Totentanz, Choral-Passion

Hugo Distler's 'Totentanz, Choral-Passion' is a poignant and powerful album that showcases the German composer's mastery of choral music. Released on 19 August 2002 by Globe, this album features the Netherlands Chamber Choir's stunning performances of two 20th-century masterworks.

The 'Choral-Passion, Op. 7' is a contemporary equivalent of the great oratorio, with its seven parts taking the listener through a dramatic and emotional journey. From 'Der Einzug' to 'Golgotha', Distler's work is a testament to his innovative and expressive compositional style.

The 'Totentanz, Op. 12, No. 2' is a haunting and evocative piece, drawing inspiration from medieval sources and the now-lost paintings of 1463. This album is a must-listen for fans of choral music, with its rich textures and nuanced performances.

Hugo Distler's life was tragically cut short in 1942, when he took his own life at the age of 34, unable to cope with the Nazi regime's repressive policies. This album serves as a testament to his enduring legacy, and the Netherlands Chamber Choir's performances do justice to his remarkable compositions. With a duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, 'Totentanz, Choral-Passion' is an album that will leave a lasting impression on all who listen to it.

Hugo Distler, born in Nuremberg in 1908, was a prolific German composer, organist, and choral conductor whose life was tragically cut short at the age of 34. Despite his brief career, Distler left an indelible mark on the world of sacred choral music, known for his innovative harmonic language and neo-Baroque style. His compositions, such as the Mörike-Chorliederbuch and the Choralpassion, are celebrated for their polyphonic richness and emotional depth. Distler's journey took him from his early musical training in Nuremberg to the Leipzig Conservatoire, where he honed his skills in organ and composition. He later taught at prestigious institutions in Spandau and Stuttgart, inspiring a new generation of musicians. However, his life was marred by conflict with the Nazi regime, ultimately leading to his suicide in 1942. Distler's music continues to resonate with its haunting beauty and individuality, offering a profound spiritual experience for all who encounter it.

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More albums by Hugo Distler

Distler: Mörike-Chorliederbuch, Vol. 1

Distler: Complete Organ Works

Hugo Distler: Choralpassion Op. 7

Dance of Death

Distler: Die Weihnachtsgeschichte, Op. 10

Berliner Weihnacht

Distler: Totentanz, Op. 12 No. 2

Hugo Distler: "Totentanz", aus Geistliche Chormusik, Op. 12

Distler, H.: Der Jahrkreis

Hugo Distler: Choralmesse op. 3

Distler, H.: Piano Works

Hugo Distler: Geistliche Chormusik

Distler: Liturgische Sätze

Hugo Distler: Cembalo-Konzerte

Hugo Distler: Neues Chorliederbuch Op. 16

Hugo Distler: Mörike-Chorliederbuch Vol. 2

Hugo Distler: Das Orgelwerk 2

Hugo Distler: Totentanz, op. 12,2

Hugo Distler: Mörike-Chorliederbuch

Distler: Geistliche Chormusik, Op. 12

Joseph Haydn: Orgelsolomessen

Hugo Distler: Choralpassion op. 7

Distler, H.: Morike-Chorliederbuch

Hugo Distler: Mörike-Chorliederbuch Vol. 1

Distler: Die Weihnachtsgeschichte

Distler: La danse des morts

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