Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Franz Schreker's vocal artistry with the album "Schreker: Songs," released on September 1, 2017, by Bridge Records. This collection showcases Schreker's profound lyricism and musical brilliance, featuring a diverse array of songs that span his career. From the early works like "5 Lieder, Op. 5" to the mature compositions such as "Lieder aus der Reifezeit," the album offers a comprehensive journey through Schreker's songwriting evolution.
Franz Schreker, renowned for his operas like "Die ferne Klang" and "Das Spielwerk und die Prinzessin," demonstrates his mastery of the art song in this compelling compilation. The album includes excerpts from various song cycles and individual pieces, highlighting Schreker's ability to convey deep emotion and poetic expression through music. Notable tracks include "O Glocken, böse Glocken," "Durch die Fenster zitternd sacht," and "Unendliche Liebe," each showcasing Schreker's unique compositional style and lyrical depth.
Performances by esteemed artists such as Hermine Haselböck, Wolfgang Holzmair, and Russell Ryan bring these songs to life with sensitivity and nuance. The album's duration of 1 hour and 11 minutes provides a rich and immersive listening experience, allowing listeners to appreciate the full scope of Schreker's vocal works. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Schreker's music or a newcomer to his compositions, this album offers a valuable and engaging exploration of one of the most significant figures in early 20th-century music.
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Tracks
5 Lieder: No. 1, O Glocken, böse Glocken, Op. 5 No. 1Franz Schreker, Hermine Haselböck, Russell Ryan
5 Lieder: No. 2, Kennt Ihr den SturmFranz Schreker, Hermine Haselböck, Russell Ryan
5 Lieder: No. 3, Heute Nacht, als ich so bangeFranz Schreker, Hermine Haselböck, Russell Ryan
5 Lieder: No. 4, Ich hab' in SorgenFranz Schreker, Hermine Haselböck, Russell Ryan
5 Lieder: No. 5, Durch die Fenster zitternd sachtFranz Schreker, Hermine Haselböck, Russell Ryan
2 Lieder auf den Tod eines Kindes, Op. 5: No. 2, Dass er ganz ein Engel werdeFranz Schreker, Hermine Haselböck, Russell Ryan
Jugendlieder (Excerpts): No. 3, Im Garten unter der LindeFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
3 Lieder (Excerpts): No. 2, Das hungernde KindFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
Jugendlieder (Excerpts): No. 6, ÜberwundenFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
5 Gedichte, Op. 3 (Excerpts): No. 1, In alten TagenFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
5 Gedichte, Op. 3 (Excerpts): No. 5, UmsonstFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
2 Lieder, Op. 2: No. 1, SommerfädenFranz Schreker, Hermine Haselböck, Russell Ryan
2 Lieder, Op. 2: No. 2, Stimmen des TagesFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
Jugendlieder (Excerpts): No. 1, Die Rosen und der FliederFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
3 Lieder (Excerpts): No. 1, Ein RosenblattFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
8 Lieder, Op. 7 (Excerpts): No. 7, RosengrussFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
8 Lieder, Op. 7 (Excerpts): No. 5, RosentodFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
8 Lieder, Op. 7 (Excerpts): No. 6, Ach, noch so jungFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
5 Lieder, Op. 4 (Excerpts): No. 2, Unendliche LiebeFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
8 Lieder, Op. 7 (Excerpts): No. 4, SpukFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
5 Lieder, Op. 4 (Excerpts): No. 4, Die Liebe als RecensentinFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
8 Lieder, Op. 7 (Excerpts): No. 1, WiegenliedchenFranz Schreker, Hermine Haselböck, Russell Ryan
8 Lieder, Op. 7 (Excerpts): No. 2, Zu späte ReueFranz Schreker, Hermine Haselböck, Russell Ryan
8 Lieder, Op. 7 (Excerpts): No. 3, TraumFranz Schreker, Hermine Haselböck, Russell Ryan
Lieder aus der Reifezeit (Excerpts): No. 3, EntführungFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
Lieder aus der Reifezeit (Excerpts): No. 4, Das feurige MännleinFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
5 Gesänge (Excerpts): No. 3, Die Dunkelheit sinkt schwer wie BleiFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
5 Gesänge (Excerpts): No. 4, Sie sind so schön, die milden sonnenreichenFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
5 Gesänge (Excerpts): No. 5, Einst gibt ein Tag mir alles Glück zu eigenFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
Lieder aus der Reifezeit (Excerpts): No. 5, Und wie mag die LiebeFranz Schreker, Wolfgang Holzmair, Russell Ryan
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