Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of "Im wachen Traume: Byrd, Schumann, Purcell" by the Delian Quartett, a captivating album set to release on June 21, 2024, under the prestigious ECM New Series label. This 58-minute journey through time and musical expression features a meticulously curated selection of works, expertly arranged for string quartet, soprano, baritone, and string sextet.
The Delian Quartett, known for their refined interpretations and impeccable technique, breathes new life into compositions by William Byrd, Robert Schumann, and Henry Purcell. The album opens with Byrd's "Pavan No. 5 in G Minor," a piece that showcases the quartet's ability to evoke deep emotion and atmosphere. Schumann's "Frauenliebe und Leben," arranged by Aribert Reimann, is performed with a sensitivity and nuance that highlights the soprano's expressive range and the quartet's harmonic precision.
Purcell's timeless "Dido and Aeneas" is represented by the hauntingly beautiful "When I Am Laid in Earth," arranged for soprano and string quartet, offering a poignant moment of reflection. The album also includes arrangements by the talented Italian composer and arranger, Pierini, who brings a fresh perspective to these classic works.
From the joyful "Sing Joyfully" to the tender "Lullaby, My Sweet Little Baby," and the profound "Hear My Prayer, O Lord," this album is a testament to the Delian Quartett's versatility and artistry. Each piece is performed with a level of intimacy and passion that invites the audience to connect with the music on a deeply personal level. "Im wachen Traume: Byrd, Schumann, Purcell" is not just an album; it's an experience that celebrates the enduring power of these compositions and the Delian Quartett's exceptional musicianship.
Tracks
Sing Joyfully (Arr. Pierini for String Quartet)William Byrd, Delian Quartett
Jhon Come Kisse Me Now (Arr. Pierini for Soprano & String Quartet)William Byrd, Claudia Barainsky, Delian Quartett
Ave verum corpus (Arr. Pierini for String Quartet)William Byrd, Delian Quartett
Out of the Orient, Crystal Skies (Arr. Pierini for Soprano & String Quartet)William Byrd, Claudia Barainsky, Delian Quartett
Lullaby, My Sweet Little Baby (Arr. Pierini for Soprano, Baritone & String Quartet)William Byrd, Claudia Barainsky, Mikhail Timoshenko, Delian Quartett
Frauenliebe und Leben, Op. 42 (Arr. Reimann for Soprano & String Quartet): No. 1, Seit ich ihn gesehenRobert Schumann, Claudia Barainsky, Delian Quartett
Frauenliebe und Leben, Op. 42 (Arr. Reimann for Soprano & String Quartet): No. 2, Er, der Herrlichste von allenRobert Schumann, Claudia Barainsky, Delian Quartett
Frauenliebe und Leben, Op. 42 (Arr. Reimann for Soprano & String Quartet): No. 3, Ich kann's nicht fassen, nicht glaubenRobert Schumann, Claudia Barainsky, Delian Quartett
Frauenliebe und Leben, Op. 42 (Arr. Reimann for Soprano & String Quartet): No. 4, Du Ring an meinem FingerRobert Schumann, Claudia Barainsky, Delian Quartett
Frauenliebe und Leben, Op. 42 (Arr. Reimann for Soprano & String Quartet): No. 5, Helft mir, ihr SchwesternRobert Schumann, Claudia Barainsky, Delian Quartett
Frauenliebe und Leben, Op. 42 (Arr. Reimann for Soprano & String Quartet): No. 6, Süsser Freund, du blickest mich verwundert anRobert Schumann, Claudia Barainsky, Delian Quartett
Frauenliebe und Leben, Op. 42 (Arr. Reimann for Soprano & String Quartet): No. 7, An meinem Herzen, an meiner BrustRobert Schumann, Claudia Barainsky, Delian Quartett
Frauenliebe und Leben, Op. 42 (Arr. Reimann for Soprano & String Quartet): No. 8, Nun hast du mir den ersten Schmerz getanRobert Schumann, Claudia Barainsky, Delian Quartett
Pavan No. 5 in G Minor, Z. 752Henry Purcell, Delian Quartett
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626: When I Am Laid in Earth (Arr. Pierini for Soprano & String Quartet)Henry Purcell, Claudia Barainsky, Delian Quartett
Chacony in G Minor, Z. 730Henry Purcell, Delian Quartett
Hear My Prayer, O Lord, Z. 15 (Arr. Pierini for Soprano, Baritone & String Sextet)Henry Purcell, Claudia Barainsky, Mikhail Timoshenko, Matthias Lingenfelder, Andreas Arndt, Delian Quartett
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