Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Hugo Wolf's "Wolf: Kennst du das Land," a captivating collection of lieder that showcases the composer's profound musical storytelling and emotional depth. Released on April 29, 2016, under the esteemed Harmonia Mundi label, this album is a testament to Wolf's mastery of the art song, featuring a diverse array of poems set to music, including works inspired by Goethe, Mörike, and Eichendorff.
Spanning a duration of one hour, the album is a journey through a rich tapestry of musical landscapes, each song a unique exploration of human emotion and experience. From the hauntingly beautiful "Mignon" series to the tender and intimate "Mörike-Lieder," Wolf's compositions are characterized by their lyrical melodies, intricate harmonies, and vivid musical imagery.
The album's title track, "Kennst du das Land," is a poignant setting of Goethe's famous poem, capturing the longing and nostalgia of the text with exquisite sensitivity. Other highlights include the playful and whimsical "Mausefallensprüchlein," the tender "Wiegenlied im Sommer," and the dramatic intensity of "Die spröde" and "Die Bekehrte."
Hugo Wolf's "Wolf: Kennst du das Land" is a must-listen for lovers of classical music and lieder, offering a profound and moving musical experience that is sure to resonate with listeners long after the final notes fade away.
Tracks
Goethe-Lieder: No. 5, Mignon IHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Goethe-Lieder: No. 6, Mignon IIIHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Goethe Lieder: No. 7, Mignon IIIHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
6 Lieder für eine Frauenstimme: No. 6, MausefallensprüchleinHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Mörike-Lieder, Heft I: No. 7, Das verlassene MägdeleinHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Mörike-Lieder, Heft IV: No. 45, Nixe BinsefußHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Goethe-Lieder: No. 24, BlumengrußHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Goethe-Lieder: No. 28, Frühling über's JahrHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Goethe-Lieder: No. 29, Anakreons GrabHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Goethe-Lieder: No. 9, Mignon: Kennst du das LandHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Mörike Lieder, Heft II, Heft II: No. 1, Im FrühlingHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Mörike Lieder, Heft II, Heft IV: No. 51, Bei einer TrauungHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Mörike Lieder, Heft II, Heft II: No. 14, AgnesHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Mörike Lieder, Heft II, Heft II: No. 16, ElfenliedHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Goethe-Lieder: No. 26, Die sprödeHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Goethe-Lieder: No, 27, Die BekehrteHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Eichendorff-lieder: No. 3. Verschwiegene LiebeHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Mörike-Lieder, Heft I: No. 2, Der Knabe und das ImmleinHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Mörike-Lieder, Heft I: No. 3, Ein Stündlein wohl vor TagHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Mörike-Lieder, Heft I: No. 6, Er ist'sHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Mörike-Lieder, Heft I: No. 11, An eine ÄolsharfeHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
Mörike Lieder, Heft IV: No. 42, Erstes Liebeslied eines MädchensHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
6 Lieder für eine Frauenstimme: No. 4, Wiegenlied im SommerHugo Wolf, Sophie Karthäuser, Eugene Asti
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