Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Hugo Wolf's orchestral songs and dramatic masterpiece with the release of "Wolf: Orchesterlieder & Penthesilea." This compelling album, released on May 6, 2022, by CPO, offers a rich tapestry of Wolf's compositions, showcasing his extraordinary ability to blend poetry and music into unforgettable works.
The album features a selection of Wolf's most renowned lieder, drawn from his Goethe-Lieder and Mörike-Lieder cycles, as well as the Italienisches Liederbuch. These exquisite songs, arranged for voice and orchestra, highlight Wolf's unique lyrical style and emotional depth. From the tender "Schlafendes Jesuskind" to the powerful "Prometheus," each piece is a testament to Wolf's mastery of the song form.
In addition to the lieder, the album includes three excerpts from Wolf's dramatic cantata "Penthesilea." These selections offer a glimpse into Wolf's dramatic prowess, with the intense and dramatic "Aufbruch der Amazonen nach Troja," the haunting "Der Traum Penthesileas vom Rosenfest," and the tumultuous "Kämpfe, Leidenschaften, Wahnsinn, Vernichtung."
With a duration of 59 minutes, this album is a concise yet comprehensive exploration of Hugo Wolf's orchestral works. Whether you're a longtime fan of Wolf's music or a newcomer to his compositions, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Mörike-Lieder (Excerpts Arr. for Voice & Orchestra): No. 25, Schlafendes JesuskindHugo Wolf, Benjamin Appl, Jena Philharmonic Orchestra, Simon Gaudenz
Goethe-Lieder (Excerpts Arr. for Voice & Orchestra): No. 19, EpiphaniasHugo Wolf, Benjamin Appl, Jena Philharmonic Orchestra, Simon Gaudenz
Goethe-Lieder (Excerpts Arr. for Voice & Orchestra): No. 29, Anakreons GrabHugo Wolf, Benjamin Appl, Jena Philharmonic Orchestra, Simon Gaudenz
Mörike-Lieder (Excerpts Arr. for Voice & Orchestra): No. 39, Denk' es, o SeeleHugo Wolf, Benjamin Appl, Jena Philharmonic Orchestra, Simon Gaudenz
Goethe-Lieder (Excerpts Arr. for Voice & Orchestra): No. 49, PrometheusHugo Wolf, Benjamin Appl, Jena Philharmonic Orchestra, Simon Gaudenz
Mörike-Lieder (Excerpts Arr. for Voice & Orchestra): No. 29, An den SchlafHugo Wolf, Benjamin Appl, Jena Philharmonic Orchestra, Simon Gaudenz
Goethe-Lieder (Excerpts Arr. for Voice & Orchestra): No. 1, Harfenspieler IHugo Wolf, Benjamin Appl, Jena Philharmonic Orchestra, Simon Gaudenz
Goethe-Lieder (Excerpts Arr. for Voice & Orchestra): No. 2, Harfenspieler IIHugo Wolf, Benjamin Appl, Jena Philharmonic Orchestra, Simon Gaudenz
Goethe-Lieder (Excerpts Arr. for Voice & Orchestra): No. 3, Harfenspieler IIIHugo Wolf, Benjamin Appl, Jena Philharmonic Orchestra, Simon Gaudenz
Italienisches Liederbuch: No. 33, Sterb' ich (Arr. for Orchestra)Hugo Wolf, Benjamin Appl, Jena Philharmonic Orchestra, Simon Gaudenz
Mörike-Lieder (Excerpts Arr. for Voice & Orchestra): No. 28, GebetHugo Wolf, Benjamin Appl, Jena Philharmonic Orchestra, Simon Gaudenz
Mörike-Lieder (Excerpts Arr. for Voice & Orchestra): No. 10, FußreiseHugo Wolf, Benjamin Appl, Jena Philharmonic Orchestra, Simon Gaudenz
Penthesilea: I. Aufbruch der Amazonen nach TrojaHugo Wolf, Jena Philharmonic Orchestra, Simon Gaudenz
Penthesilea: II. Der Traum Penthesileas vom RosenfestHugo Wolf, Jena Philharmonic Orchestra, Simon Gaudenz
Penthesilea: III. Kämpfe, Leidenschaften, Wahnsinn, VernichtungHugo Wolf, Jena Philharmonic Orchestra, Simon Gaudenz
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