Per Nørgård's "Songs from Evening Land" is a captivating journey through the realms of neoclassical and avant-garde music, released on January 1, 2013, under the Dacapo label. This album, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes, showcases the versatility and depth of Nørgård's compositional prowess. The tracklist is a diverse collection of recitatives, arias, chansons, and songs, each piece meticulously crafted to evoke a range of emotions and atmospheres. From the hauntingly beautiful "Jag lyssnar till vinden" to the evocative "Plutonian Ode" and the tender "3 kaerlighedssange" (3 Love Songs), Nørgård's music is a testament to his ability to blend traditional and modern elements seamlessly. The album also features the title track, "Sanger fran Aftonland" (Songs from Evening Land), a multi-part composition that weaves together various moods and themes, culminating in a rich tapestry of sound. Whether you're a seasoned fan of avant-garde music or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, "Songs from Evening Land" offers a compelling and immersive listening experience.
Tracks
2 Recitatives, Op. 16: No. 1, Jag lyssnar till vindenPer Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Toke Møldrup
Entwicklungen: No. 1, KindheitPer Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Ulla Miilmann, Jesper Lutzhoft, Gert Sorensen, Toke Møldrup
Entwicklungen: No. 2, Die GenesendePer Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Ulla Miilmann, Jesper Lutzhoft, Gert Sorensen, Toke Møldrup
Plutonian Ode: Introduction. RecitationPer Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Toke Møldrup
Plutonian Ode: I. RecitationPer Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Toke Møldrup
Plutonian Ode: II. AriaPer Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Toke Møldrup
3 Chansons: No. 1, Le sommeilPer Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Ulla Miilmann
3 Chansons: No. 2, Les corbeauxPer Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Ulla Miilmann
3 Chansons: No. 3, La terrePer Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Ulla Miilmann
3 kaerlighedssange (3 Love Songs) [version for mezzo-soprano and chamber ensemble]: No. 1, L'etoile a pleure rosePer Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Ulla Miilmann, Tine Rehling, Anne Marie Abildskov, Jesper Lutzhoft, Gert Sorensen, Johannes Søe Hansen, Lotte Wallevik, Toke Møldrup, Casper Schreiber
3 kaerlighedssange (3 Love Songs) [version for mezzo-soprano and chamber ensemble]: No. 2, Wie soll ich meine Seele haltenPer Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Ulla Miilmann, Tine Rehling, Anne Marie Abildskov, Jesper Lutzhoft, Gert Sorensen, Johannes Søe Hansen, Lotte Wallevik, Toke Møldrup, Casper Schreiber
3 kaerlighedssange (3 Love Songs) [version for mezzo-soprano and chamber ensemble]: No. 3, Opfer [fragment]Per Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Ulla Miilmann, Tine Rehling, Anne Marie Abildskov, Jesper Lutzhoft, Gert Sorensen, Johannes Søe Hansen, Lotte Wallevik, Toke Møldrup, Casper Schreiber
Day and Night: No. 1, A KillPer Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Toke Møldrup, Anne Marie Abildskov
Day and Night: No. 2, Silversweet SoundPer Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Toke Møldrup, Anne Marie Abildskov
Solen sa jeg (I saw the Sun) [version for mezzo-soprano, flute, violin, viola and cello]Per Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Ulla Miilmann, Johannes Søe Hansen, Lotte Wallevik, Toke Møldrup, Casper Schreiber
Sanger fran Aftonland, Op. 17: Pt. I: No. 1: Allt ar sa underligt fjarran i dag (Songs from Evening Land)Per Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Ulla Miilmann, Tine Rehling, Johannes Søe Hansen, Lotte Wallevik, Toke Møldrup, Casper Schreiber
Sanger fran Aftonland, Op. 17: Pt. I: No. 2: Du manniska som star vid stranden av mig (Songs from Evening Land)Per Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Ulla Miilmann, Tine Rehling, Johannes Søe Hansen, Lotte Wallevik, Toke Møldrup, Casper Schreiber
Sanger fran Aftonland, Op. 17: Pt. I: No. 3: Det ar om aftonen man bryter upp (Songs from Evening Land)Per Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Ulla Miilmann, Tine Rehling, Johannes Søe Hansen, Lotte Wallevik, Toke Møldrup, Casper Schreiber
Sanger fran Aftonland, Op. 17: Pt. II: No. 1: Preludio (Songs from Evening Land)Per Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Ulla Miilmann, Tine Rehling, Johannes Søe Hansen, Lotte Wallevik, Toke Møldrup, Casper Schreiber
Sanger fran Aftonland, Op. 17: Pt. II: No. 2: Nu ar det sommermorgon (Songs from Evening Land)Per Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Ulla Miilmann, Tine Rehling, Johannes Søe Hansen, Lotte Wallevik, Toke Møldrup, Casper Schreiber
Sanger fran Aftonland, Op. 17: Pt. II: No. 3: Tacka vill jag (Songs from Evening Land)Per Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Ulla Miilmann, Tine Rehling, Johannes Søe Hansen, Lotte Wallevik, Toke Møldrup, Casper Schreiber
Sanger fran Aftonland, Op. 17: Pt. III: Det ar om aftonen man bryter upp (Songs from Evening Land)Per Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Ulla Miilmann, Tine Rehling, Johannes Søe Hansen, Lotte Wallevik, Toke Møldrup, Casper Schreiber
Abendlied (Arr. For vocals and gamelan as Schlafen gehen, Schmerz und Not)Per Nørgård, Helene Gjerris, Gert Sorensen
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