Immerse yourself in the captivating sounds of the Tonkünstler-Orchester with their stunning rendition of Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 2 "Lobgesang". This live recording, released on Preiser Records in 2011, showcases the orchestra's exceptional skill and the profound beauty of Mendelssohn's composition. The album spans a total of 12 tracks, with a duration of 1 hour and 4 minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through this monumental work.
Under the baton of Andrés Orozco-Estrada and featuring the vocal talents of Ian Bostridge, Christiane Oelze, and Simona Saturova, the Tonkünstler-Orchester brings a dynamic and emotive performance to life. The symphony, composed in B-Dur, is a blend of orchestral and choral elements, creating a rich and layered soundscape that is both powerful and intimate.
From the opening "Sinfonia: Maestoso con moto - Allegro" to the triumphant finale "Ihr Völker, bringet her dem Herrn Ehre und Macht!", each track is a testament to the orchestra's precision and expressiveness. The choral sections, such as "Alles, was Odem hat, lobe den Herrn!" and "Nun danket alle Gott," are particularly striking, highlighting the ensemble's ability to convey both the grandeur and the subtlety of Mendelssohn's vision.
This album is a must-listen for fans of classical music, offering a live performance that captures the energy and passion of the Tonkünstler-Orchester. Whether you're a seasoned listener or new to the world of classical music, this recording is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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Tracks
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang in B-Dur, op. 52: 1 Sinfonia: Maestoso con moto - AllegroTonkünstler-Orchester, Andrés Orozco-Estrada, Christiane Oelze, Simona Saturova, Ian Bostridge
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 1 Sinfonia: Allegretto un poco agitatoTonkünstler-Orchester, Christiane Oelze, Andrés Orozco-Estrada, Simona Saturova, Ian Bostridge
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 1 Sinfonia: Adagio religiosoTonkünstler-Orchester, Christiane Oelze, Ian Bostridge, Andrés Orozco-Estrada, Simona Saturova
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 2 Alles, was Odem hat, lobe den Herrn!Tonkünstler-Orchester, Ian Bostridge, Andrés Orozco-Estrada, Christiane Oelze, Simona Saturova
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 3 Saget an, die ihr erlöset seid - Er zählet unsre TränenTonkünstler-Orchester, Simona Saturova, Christiane Oelze, Ian Bostridge, Andrés Orozco-Estrada
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 4 Sagt es, die ihr erlöset seidTonkünstler-Orchester, Simona Saturova, Christiane Oelze, Ian Bostridge, Andrés Orozco-Estrada
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 5 Ich harrete des HerrnTonkünstler-Orchester, Ian Bostridge, Simona Saturova, Christiane Oelze, Andrés Orozco-Estrada
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 6 Stricke des Todes hatten uns umfangenTonkünstler-Orchester, Christiane Oelze, Simona Saturova, Ian Bostridge, Andrés Orozco-Estrada
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 7 Die Nacht ist vergangenTonkünstler-Orchester, Simona Saturova, Andrés Orozco-Estrada, Christiane Oelze, Ian Bostridge
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 8 Nun danket alle GottTonkünstler-Orchester, Andrés Orozco-Estrada, Christiane Oelze, Simona Saturova, Ian Bostridge
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 9 Drum sing´ ich mit meinem LiedeTonkünstler-Orchester, Christiane Oelze, Ian Bostridge, Simona Saturova, Andrés Orozco-Estrada
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 10 Ihr Völker, bringet her dem Herrn Ehre und Macht!Tonkünstler-Orchester, Ian Bostridge, Christiane Oelze, Simona Saturova, Andrés Orozco-Estrada
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