Composed by the prolific 18th-century Swedish composer Joseph Martin Kraus, "Funeral Music for Gustav III" is a profound and moving collection of chamber and classical pieces. Released on May 1, 1988, under the Musica Sveciae label, this album is a testament to Kraus's mastery of emotional depth and musical expression. The album spans a total of 1 hour and 4 minutes, divided into two main sections: "Bisättningsmusik" and "Begravningskantat." Each section is further broken down into multiple movements, showcasing Kraus's intricate compositional skills and his ability to convey a range of emotions through music. From the somber and reflective "Andante mesto" to the powerful and dramatic "Coro," this album is a journey through grief, remembrance, and solemnity. Kraus's work on this album is not only a tribute to Gustav III but also a timeless exploration of the human experience of loss and mourning.
Tracks
Bisättningsmusik: I. Andante mestoJoseph Martin Kraus, Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, Stefan Parkman
Bisättningsmusik: II. LarghettoJoseph Martin Kraus, Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, Stefan Parkman
Bisättningsmusik: III. ChoralJoseph Martin Kraus, Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, Stefan Parkman
Bisättningsmusik: IV. AdagioJoseph Martin Kraus, Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, Stefan Parkman
Begravningskantat: I. IntroduzzioneJoseph Martin Kraus, Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, Stefan Parkman
Begravningskantat: II. CoroJoseph Martin Kraus, Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, Uppsala University Chamber Choir, Stefan Parkman
Begravningskantat: III. Recitiativo, aria con coroJoseph Martin Kraus, Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, Claes-Håkan Ahnsjö, Uppsala University Chamber Choir, Stefan Parkman
Begravningskantat: IV. AriaJoseph Martin Kraus, Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, Hillevi Martinpelto, Stefan Parkman
Begravningskantat: V. DuoJoseph Martin Kraus, Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, Christina Högman, Claes-Håkan Ahnsjö, Stefan Parkman
Begravningskantat: VI. Recitativo, aria con coroJoseph Martin Kraus, Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, Hillevi Martinpelto, Claes-Håkan Ahnsjö, Uppsala University Chamber Choir, Stefan Parkman
Begravningskantat: VII. AriaJoseph Martin Kraus, Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, Hillevi Martinpelto, Stefan Parkman
Begravningskantat: VIII. CoroJoseph Martin Kraus, Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, Uppsala University Chamber Choir, Stefan Parkman
Begravningskantat: IX. IntroduzzioneJoseph Martin Kraus, Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, Stefan Parkman
Begravningskantat: X. Quartetto con coroJoseph Martin Kraus, Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, Hillevi Martinpelto, Christina Högman, Claes-Håkan Ahnsjö, Thomas Lander, Uppsala University Chamber Choir, Stefan Parkman
Begravningskantat: XI. AriaJoseph Martin Kraus, Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, Christina Högman, Stefan Parkman
Begravningskantat: XII. CoroJoseph Martin Kraus, Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble, Uppsala University Chamber Choir, Stefan Parkman
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