Thomas Jensen Legacy, Vol. 23 is a captivating chamber music album set to release on October 15, 2024, under Danacord Records. This collection showcases Thomas Jensen's remarkable versatility and mastery, featuring a blend of classical masterpieces and live performances that span a rich musical heritage.
The album opens with the grand Prelude from Richard Wagner's "Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg," setting the stage for a journey through some of the most iconic works in classical music. It continues with a series of live performances from Wagner's "Die Walküre," including the dramatic Prelude and key scenes from Act 1, offering a glimpse into the raw power and emotion of live orchestral performance.
Jensen's interpretation of Antonín Dvořák's Symphony in D Minor is a highlight, with its three distinct movements—Lento, Allegretto, and Allegro non troppo—each revealing layers of depth and complexity. The album also includes Franz Liszt's Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, performed live, showcasing Jensen's virtuosic skill and the concerto's lyrical beauty.
The album concludes with "Piazza del Popolo," a live piece that adds a touch of contemporary flair to the classical repertoire. With a total runtime of 2 hours and 10 minutes, Thomas Jensen Legacy, Vol. 23 is a testament to Jensen's artistry and a treasure trove for classical music enthusiasts.
Tracks
Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg: Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg Prelude, Act 1Richard Wagner, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen
Die Walküre: Die Walküre, Act 1, Scene 1: Prelude - LiveRichard Wagner, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen, Lauritz Melchior, Dorothy Larsen, Mogens Wedel, Georg Vasarhelyi
Die Walküre: Die Walküre, Act 1, Scene 1: Wess’ Herd dies auch sei - LiveRichard Wagner, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen, Lauritz Melchior, Dorothy Larsen, Mogens Wedel
Die Walküre: Die Walküre Act 1, Scene 2: Müd am herd fand ich den Mann - LiveRichard Wagner, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen, Lauritz Melchior, Dorothy Larsen, Mogens Wedel, Georg Vasarhelyi
Die Walküre: Die Walküre Act 1, Scene 2: Friedmund darf ich nicht heissen - LiveRichard Wagner, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen, Lauritz Melchior, Dorothy Larsen, Mogens Wedel, Georg Vasarhelyi
Die Walküre: Die Walküre Act 1, Scene 2: Ich weiss ein wildes Geschlecht - LiveRichard Wagner, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen, Lauritz Melchior, Dorothy Larsen, Mogens Wedel, Georg Vasarhelyi
Die Walküre: Die Walküre Act 1, Scene 3: Ein Schwert verhiess mir der Vater - LiveRichard Wagner, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen, Lauritz Melchior, Dorothy Larsen, Mogens Wedel, Georg Vasarhelyi
Die Walküre: Die Walküre Act 1, Scene 3: Schläfst du, Gast - LiveRichard Wagner, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen, Lauritz Melchior, Dorothy Larsen, Mogens Wedel, Georg Vasarhelyi
Die Walküre: Die Walküre Act 1, Scene 3: Der Männer Sippe sass hier im Saal - LiveRichard Wagner, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen, Lauritz Melchior, Dorothy Larsen, Mogens Wedel, Georg Vasarhelyi
Die Walküre: Die Walküre Act 1, Scene 3: Winterstürme wichen dem Wonnemond - LiveRichard Wagner, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen, Lauritz Melchior, Dorothy Larsen, Mogens Wedel, Georg Vasarhelyi
Die Walküre: Die Walküre Act 1, Scene 3: Du bist der Lenz - LiveRichard Wagner, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen, Lauritz Melchior, Dorothy Larsen, Mogens Wedel, Georg Vasarhelyi
Die Walküre: Die Walküre Act 1, Scene 3: War Wälse dein Vater - LiveRichard Wagner, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen, Lauritz Melchior, Dorothy Larsen, Mogens Wedel, Georg Vasarhelyi
Die Walküre: Die Walküre Act 1, Scene 3: Siegmund heiss ich und Siegmund bin ich! - LiveRichard Wagner, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen, Lauritz Melchior, Dorothy Larsen, Mogens Wedel, Georg Vasarhelyi
Symphony in D Minor: I. LentoCésar Franck, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen
Symphony in D Minor: II. AllegrettoCésar Franck, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen, Lauritz Melchior, Dorothy Larsen, Mogens Wedel, Georg Vasarhelyi
Symphony in D Minor: III. Allegro non troppoCésar Franck, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen
Piano Concerto No.2 in A, S125 in A Major: Piano Concerto No.2 in A, S125 - LiveFranz Liszt, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen, Georg Vasarhelyi
Piazza del Popolo: Piazza del Popolo - LiveWalther Schrøder, The Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Jensen
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