Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Moravian culture with Leoš Janáček's "Janáček: Moravian Folk Songs." This exquisite collection of chamber music, released on September 18, 2015, under the SUPRAPHON label, offers a profound exploration of traditional folk poetry set to music. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes, the album is a testament to Janáček's deep connection to his roots and his mastery of blending folk melodies with classical composition.
The album is divided into two main sections: "Folk Poetry of Hukvaldy in Songs" and "Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs." Each track is a delicate interplay of voice and chamber ensemble, bringing to life the vivid imagery and heartfelt emotions of Moravian folk poetry. From the tender "My Dear Mama" to the haunting "Brigand’s Burial," Janáček's compositions capture the essence of rural life, love, and loss with unparalleled sensitivity.
Janáček's unique ability to infuse folk elements with classical sophistication makes this album a standout in the chamber music genre. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Janáček: Moravian Folk Songs" promises a captivating journey through the sounds and stories of Moravian heritage.
Tracks
Folk Poetry of Hukvaldy in Songs, JW V/4: No. 1, Andrew, Andrew!Leoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Folk Poetry of Hukvaldy in Songs, JW V/4: No. 2, You Little Church of HukvaldyLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Folk Poetry of Hukvaldy in Songs, JW V/4: No. 3, My Dear MamaLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Folk Poetry of Hukvaldy in Songs, JW V/4: No. 4, At the Mayor's MeadowsLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Folk Poetry of Hukvaldy in Songs, JW V/4: No. 5, Why, Guelder Rose Do You Stand So Sadly?Leoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Folk Poetry of Hukvaldy in Songs, JW V/4: No. 6, Hanka, the Mayor's DaughterLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Folk Poetry of Hukvaldy in Songs, JW V/4: No. 7, The Herdsgirl Was Tending the AnimalsLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Folk Poetry of Hukvaldy in Songs, JW V/4: No. 8, What Shadows Are These?Leoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Folk Poetry of Hukvaldy in Songs, JW V/4: No. 9, The Oak in Our YardLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Folk Poetry of Hukvaldy in Songs, JW V/4: No. 10, When I Walked Through the Dark ForestLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Folk Poetry of Hukvaldy in Songs, JW V/4: No. 11, You Little Church of Hukvaldy, HeyLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Folk Poetry of Hukvaldy in Songs, JW V/4: No. 12, God Reward YouLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Folk Poetry of Hukvaldy in Songs, JW V/4: No. 13, When I Walked by the YardLeoš Janáček, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 21, Farewell to my BelovedLeoš Janáček, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 30, All AloneLeoš Janáček, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 34, Kolín TownLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 45, HeadacheLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 26, Lover KillerLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 53, Brigand’s BurialLeoš Janáček, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 22, Then and NowLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 23, UneasyLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 36, CarnationLeoš Janáček, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 10, LoveLeoš Janáček, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 19, Love HerbsLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 12, Sweet AppleLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 1, DesireLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 8, PromiseLeoš Janáček, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 14, Bailiff’s DaughterLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 33, ThymeLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 40, UncertaintyLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 17, Game WardenLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 32, Love ShiningLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 41, CuckooLeoš Janáček, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 27, CalumnyLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 3, The BenchLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 28, PartingLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 52, Guelder RoseLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 47, Wedded Far AwayLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 49, Sound AdviceLeoš Janáček, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 20, PosyLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 31, For Whom the PosyLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 18, My Lover’s HorsesLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 7, CharmLeoš Janáček, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 5, Lover’s LikenessLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 11, Apple TreeLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 44, FaithfulnessLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 15, Little Red ApplesLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 2, ConstancyLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 43, MusiciansLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Tomáš Král, Ivo Kahanek
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 13, What SkyLeoš Janáček, Martina Janková, Ivo Kahanek
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