Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Alexander von Zemlinsky with this intriguing album, released on April 3, 2020, by CapriccioNR. This collection delves into the dark cabaret genre, offering a unique blend of orchestral and vocal works that showcase Zemlinsky's distinctive compositional style.
The album opens with Zemlinsky's Sinfonietta, Op. 23, a three-movement orchestral piece that is both lively and introspective. Following this, the six songs from Op. 13, set to poems by Maeterlinck, are performed in their orchestral versions. These songs, with their haunting melodies and evocative texts, provide a glimpse into Zemlinsky's ability to merge music and poetry seamlessly.
The album concludes with excerpts from Zemlinsky's opera Der König Kandaules, Op. 26. The Prelude to Act III and the aria "Mein Ring" offer a taste of the dramatic and emotional depth that characterizes this lesser-known opera.
With a total runtime of 49 minutes, this album is a compact yet compelling journey through Zemlinsky's musical universe. Whether you're a seasoned fan of dark cabaret or a newcomer to Zemlinsky's work, this album promises a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Sinfonietta, Op. 23: I. Sehr lebhaftAlexander von Zemlinsky, Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Susanna Mälkki
Sinfonietta, Op. 23: II. Ballade. Sehr gemessenAlexander von Zemlinsky, Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Susanna Mälkki
Sinfonietta, Op. 23: III. Rondo. Sehr lebhaftAlexander von Zemlinsky, Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Susanna Mälkki
6 Songs after Poems by Maeterlinck, Op. 13, Book 1 (Version for Voice & Orchestra): No. 1, Die drei SchwesternAlexander von Zemlinsky, Petra Lang, Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Susanna Mälkki
6 Songs after Poems by Maeterlinck, Op. 13, Book 1 (Version for Voice & Orchestra): No. 2, Die Mädchen mit den verbundenen AugenAlexander von Zemlinsky, Petra Lang, Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Susanna Mälkki
6 Songs after Poems by Maeterlinck, Op. 13, Book 1 (Version for Voice & Orchestra): No. 3, Lied der JungfrauAlexander von Zemlinsky, Petra Lang, Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Susanna Mälkki
6 Songs after Poems by Maeterlinck, Op. 13, Book 1 (Version for Voice & Orchestra): No. 4, Als ihr Geliebter schiedAlexander von Zemlinsky, Petra Lang, Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Susanna Mälkki
6 Songs after Poems by Maeterlinck, Op. 13, Book 2 (Version for Voice & Orchestra): No. 5, Und kehrt er einst heimAlexander von Zemlinsky, Petra Lang, Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Susanna Mälkki
6 Songs after Poems by Maeterlinck, Op. 13, Book 2 (Version for Voice & Orchestra): No. 6, Sie kam zum Schloß gegangenAlexander von Zemlinsky, Petra Lang, Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Susanna Mälkki
Der König Kandaules, Op. 26 (Excerpts): Prelude to Act IIIAlexander von Zemlinsky, Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Gerd Albrecht
Der König Kandaules, Op. 26 (Excerpts): Mein RingAlexander von Zemlinsky, Siegfried Lorenz, Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Gerd Albrecht
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