"Der Tod und das Mädchen II" is a captivating avant-garde album by the innovative composer Olga Neuwirth, released in 2000 under the label col legno. This unique work is a collaboration with renowned actresses Anne Bennent and Hanna Schygulla, and features a text by the acclaimed author Elfriede Jelinek. The album is a chamber music piece, originally composed for a ballet, and is presented as a tape composition, blending spoken word and musical elements into a cohesive and thought-provoking experience.
The album's fifteen tracks explore the tale of Sleeping Beauty, reimagined through a lens of science fiction and biting social criticism. Jelinek's text delves into the states of sleep, offering a profound and introspective journey. Neuwirth's composition masterfully complements the narrative, creating an atmospheric and immersive soundscape that challenges and engages the audience.
"Der Tod und das Mädchen II" is a testament to Neuwirth's innovative approach to music and her ability to push the boundaries of traditional composition. The collaboration with Jelinek, Bennent, and Schygulla results in a work that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant. This album is a must-experience for those interested in contemporary classical music and avant-garde art forms.
2007 col legno music GmbH2000 ZKM Karlsruhe
Tracks
Der Tod und das Mädchen II: 01Olga Neuwirth, Anne Bennent, Hanna Schygulla, Elfriede Jelinek
Der Tod und das Mädchen II: 02Olga Neuwirth, Anne Bennent, Hanna Schygulla, Elfriede Jelinek
Der Tod und das Mädchen II: 03Olga Neuwirth, Anne Bennent, Hanna Schygulla, Elfriede Jelinek
Der Tod und das Mädchen II: 04Olga Neuwirth, Anne Bennent, Hanna Schygulla, Elfriede Jelinek
Der Tod und das Mädchen II: 05Olga Neuwirth, Anne Bennent, Hanna Schygulla, Elfriede Jelinek
Der Tod und das Mädchen II: 06Olga Neuwirth, Anne Bennent, Hanna Schygulla, Elfriede Jelinek
Der Tod und das Mädchen II: 07Olga Neuwirth, Anne Bennent, Hanna Schygulla, Elfriede Jelinek
Der Tod und das Mädchen II: 08Olga Neuwirth, Anne Bennent, Hanna Schygulla, Elfriede Jelinek
Der Tod und das Mädchen II: 09Olga Neuwirth, Anne Bennent, Hanna Schygulla, Elfriede Jelinek
Der Tod und das Mädchen II: 10Olga Neuwirth, Anne Bennent, Hanna Schygulla, Elfriede Jelinek
Der Tod und das Mädchen II: 11Olga Neuwirth, Anne Bennent, Hanna Schygulla, Elfriede Jelinek
Der Tod und das Mädchen II: 12Olga Neuwirth, Anne Bennent, Hanna Schygulla, Elfriede Jelinek
Der Tod und das Mädchen II: 13Olga Neuwirth, Anne Bennent, Hanna Schygulla, Elfriede Jelinek
Der Tod und das Mädchen II: 14Olga Neuwirth, Anne Bennent, Hanna Schygulla, Elfriede Jelinek
Der Tod und das Mädchen II: 15Olga Neuwirth, Anne Bennent, Hanna Schygulla, Elfriede Jelinek
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