Barbara Hendricks, the renowned soprano known for her exquisite vocal prowess and profound interpretive skills, presents a captivating collection of songs with her album "Barbara Hendricks sings Nordic Songs & Wolf: Mörike-Lieder." Released on November 3, 2008, under Warner Classics, this album is a testament to Hendricks' versatility and artistry, spanning a rich tapestry of classical and operatic repertoire.
The album is a harmonious blend of two distinct yet complementary bodies of work. The first half is dedicated to Hugo Wolf's "Mörike-Lieder," a cycle of songs based on the poems of Eduard Mörike. These pieces showcase Wolf's mastery of the Lied form, with Hendricks delivering each song with a delicate balance of technical precision and emotional depth. From the playful "Der Knabe und das Immlein" to the hauntingly beautiful "Lebe wohl," Hendricks navigates the intricate nuances of Wolf's compositions with grace and sensitivity.
The second half of the album features a selection of Nordic songs, including works by Carl Nielsen, Edvard Grieg, and Ture Rangström. These pieces offer a glimpse into the rich musical traditions of Scandinavia, with Hendricks bringing her unique interpretive touch to each song. From the ethereal beauty of Grieg's "Solveig's Song" to the poignant melodies of Sibelius' "Flickan kom ifrån sin älsklings möte," Hendricks' renditions are both technically impressive and deeply moving.
With a total duration of 2 hours and 15 minutes, this album is a substantial and rewarding listening experience. Barbara Hendricks' impeccable vocal control, expressive phrasing, and deep understanding of the music make this album a standout in her illustrious career. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding journey through some of the most beautiful and evocative songs in the classical repertoire.
Tracks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 2: No. 20, Auf eine Christblume I "Tochter des Walds" (Mässig langsam)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 2: No. 21, Auf eine Christblume II "Im Winterboden schläft" (Ziemlich langsam)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 4: No. 45, Nixe Binsefuss "Des Wassermanns sein Töchterlein" (Leicht und luftig)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 3: No. 35, Schlafendes Jesuskind "Sohn der Jungfrau, Himmelskind!" (Sehr gretragen und weihevoll)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 2, Der Knabe und das Immlein "Im Weinberg auf der Höhe" (Mässig und zart)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 8, Begegnung "Was doch heut Nacht ein Sturm gewesen" (Lebhaft bewegt)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 2: No. 24, In der Frühe "Kein Schlaf noch kühlt" (Sehr getragen und schwer)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 2: No. 15, Auf einer Wanderung "In ein freundliches Städtchen" (Leicht bewegt)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 12, Verborgenheit "Lass, o Welt, o lass" (Mässig und sehr innig)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 9, Nimmersatte Liebe "So ist die Liebe!" (Sehr mässig)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 7, Das verlassene Mägdlein "Früh, wann die Hähne" (Langsam)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 2: No. 17, Der Gärtner "Auf ihrem Leibrösslein" (Leicht, graziös)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 3: No. 36, Lebe wohl "Lebe wohl ... Du fühlest nicht" (Sehr langsam, innig und leidenschaftlich)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 6, Er ist's! "Frühling lässt sein blaues Band" (Sehr lebhaft und jubelnd)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 28, Frühling übers Jahr "Das Beet, schon lockert" (Sehr zart und anmutig)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 50, Ganymed "Wie im Morgenglanze" (Sehr gleichmässige und ruhige Bewegung)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 26, Die Spröde "An dem reinsten Frühlingsmorgen" (Leicht bewegt)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 27, Die Bekehrte "Bei dem Glanz der Abendröthe" (Leicht bewegt, nicht schleppend)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 5, Mignon I "Heiss mich nicht reden" (Sehr getragen)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 6, Mignon II "Nur wer die Sehnsucht kennt" (Etwas bewegt)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 7, Mignon III "So lasst mich scheinen" (Sehr langsam und zart)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 8, Philine "Singet nicht in Trauertönen" (Leicht und graziös)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 9, Mignon IV "Kennst du das Land" (Langsam und sehr ausdrucksvoll)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: 6 Songs of Ludvig Holstein, Op. 10, FS 18: I. Aebleblomst, "Du fine hvide Aebleblomst" (Poco allegretto)Carl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: Strophic Songs, Op. 21, FS. 42, Book 1: I. Skal blomsterne da visneCarl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: Strophic Songs, Op. 21, FS. 42, Book 1: II. Hogen "Vaer hilset Hog over Granetop"Carl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: Strophic Songs, Op. 21, FS. 42, Book 2: IV. Saenk kun dit hoved, du blomstCarl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: Strophic Songs, Op. 21, FS. 42, Book 2: V. Den forste laerkeCarl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: Studie efter naturen, FS. 82 : "Solen skinner i Naboens Gaard" (Leicht)Carl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Grieg: 12 Songs, Op. 33: No. 2, VårenEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 25: No. 4, Med en VandliljeEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 25: No. 2, En SvaneEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: Peer Gynt, Op. 23: Solveig's SongEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: Peer Gynt, Op. 23: Solveig's Cradle SongEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: Melodies of the Heart, Op. 5: No. 3, Jeg elsker digEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 1, GrussEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 2, Dereinst, Gedanke meinEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 3, Lauf der WeltEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 4, Die verschwiegene NachtigallEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 5, Zur RosenzeitEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 6, Ein TraumEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Rangström: 5 Songs on Poems by Bo Bergman (from "Fem dikter"): III. Melodi, "Bara du gar över markerna"Ture Rangström, Barbara Hendricks
Rangström: 4 Songs on Poems by Bo Bergman (from "Fem ballader"): II. Pan, "Middagsstillhet och klöveranga"Ture Rangström, Barbara Hendricks
Rangström: 5 Songs on Poems by Bo Bergman (from "Den mörka blomman"): III. Avskedet, "Ar af skumma färder fick du"Ture Rangström, Barbara Hendricks
Rangström: 5 Songs on Poems by Bo Bergman (from "Den mörka blomman"): II. Bön till natten, "Slut är dagens lust"Ture Rangström, Barbara Hendricks
Rangström: 5 Songs on Poems by Bo Bergman (from "Fem dikter"): I. Vingar I natten, "Det flyger en fagel"Ture Rangström, Barbara Hendricks
Sibelius: 5 Songs, Op. 37: No. 5, Flickan kom ifrån sin älsklings möteJean Sibelius, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Sibelius: 7 Songs, Op. 17: No. 6, IllalleJean Sibelius, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Sibelius: 6 Songs, Op. 36: No. 6, Demanton på marssnönJean Sibelius, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Sibelius: 7 Songs, Op. 13: No. 4, Våren flyktar hastigtJean Sibelius, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
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