Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Johannes Brahms with the release of "Brahms: Complete Liebeslieder Walzer, Op. 52 & 65, Hungarian Dances." This exquisite collection, released on November 4, 2022, under the prestigious harmonia mundi label, offers a captivating journey through the heart of classical music. Spanning a concise yet impactful 56 minutes, this album is a testament to Brahms' mastery of composition, blending the enchanting melodies of his Liebeslieder Walzer with the rhythmic vitality of his Hungarian Dances.
The album opens with the Liebeslieder Walzer, Op. 52, a series of 18 waltzes that beautifully capture the essence of love and longing. Each piece, from the tender "Rede, Mädchen, allzu liebes" to the playful "Ein kleiner, hübscher Vogel," showcases Brahms' ability to convey deep emotion through his music. The second half of the album features the Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65, a collection of 15 songs that delve even deeper into the complexities of love and desire. Tracks like "Finstere Schatten der Nacht" and "Nagen am Herzen fühl ich ein Gift mir" highlight Brahms' poetic sensibilities and his knack for creating melodies that resonate with the human experience.
Interspersed throughout the album are Brahms' iconic Hungarian Dances, which add a lively and dynamic contrast to the more introspective Liebeslieder. From the energetic "Hungarian Dance No. 7 in A Major" to the hauntingly beautiful "Hungarian Dance No. 9 in E Minor," these pieces demonstrate Brahms' ability to blend different musical styles and create something truly unique.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Brahms' compositions are timeless, and this collection is a perfect introduction to his work or a welcome addition to any classical music lover's library.
Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52: No. 2, Am Gesteine rauscht die FlutJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52: No. 3, O, die FrauenJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52: No. 4, Wie des Abends schöne RöteJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52: No. 5, Die grüne HopfenrankeJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52: No. 6, Ein kleiner, hübscher VogelJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Hungarian Dance No. 7 in A Major (Allegretto)Johannes Brahms, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52: No. 7, Wohl schön bewandtJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52: No. 8, Wenn so lind dein Augen mirJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52: No. 9, Am DonaustrandeJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Hungarian Dance No. 20 in E Minor (Poco allegretto)Johannes Brahms, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52: No. 10, O wie sanft die Quelle sichJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52: No. 11, Nein, est ist nicht auszukommenJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52: No. 12, Schlosser auf, und mache SchlösserJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52: No. 13, Vögelein durchrauscht die LuftJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52: No. 14, Sieh, wie ist die Welle klarJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52: No. 15, Nachtigall, sie singt so schönJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Hungarian Dance No. 4 in F Minor (Poco sostenuto)Johannes Brahms, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52: No. 16, Ein dunkeler Schacht ist LiebeJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52: No. 17, Nicht wandle, mein Licht, dort außenJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Liebeslieder-Walzer, Op. 52: No. 18, Es bebet das GesträucheJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65: No. 1, Verzicht, o Herz, auf RettungJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65: No. 2, Finstere Schatten der NachtJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65: No. 3, An jeder Hand die FingerJohannes Brahms, Anja Petersen, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65: No. 4, Ihr schwarzen Augen, ihr dürft nur winkenJohannes Brahms, Johannes Schendel, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65: No. 5, Wahre, wahre deinen SohnJohannes Brahms, Waltraud Heinrich, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65: No. 6, Rosen steckt mir an die MutterJohannes Brahms, Viktoria Wilson, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65: No. 7, Vom Gebirge Well auf WellJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65: No. 8, Weiche Gräser im RevierJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Hungarian Dance No. 14 in D Minor (Un poco andante)Johannes Brahms, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65: No. 9, Nagen am Herzen fühl ich ein Gift mirJohannes Brahms, Katharina Hohlfeld-Redmond, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65: No. 10, Ich kose süß mit der und derJohannes Brahms, Minsub Hong, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65: No. 11, Alles, alles in den WindJohannes Brahms, Katharina Hohlfeld-Redmond, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65: No. 12, Schwarzer Wald, dein Schatten ist so düsterJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Hungarian Dance No. 9 in E Minor (Allegro non troppo)Johannes Brahms, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65: No. 13, Nein, Geliebter, setze dichJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65: No. 14, Flammenauge, dunkles HaarJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
Neue Liebeslieder, Op. 65: No. 15, Zum SchlußJohannes Brahms, RIAS Kammerchor, Justin Doyle, Angela Gassenhuber, Philip Mayers
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