Magnar Åm's "Tree of Tenderness" is a profound and moving oratorio, released on Nordic Sound in 2012, that pays tribute to the victims of the Holocaust. This 19-track album, spanning over an hour and thirteen minutes, is a unique blend of Magnar Åm's compositions and the timeless words of the Latin mass, creating a powerful and reflective experience. The album features a mix of choral and instrumental pieces, with tracks like "Kyrie," "Gloria," and "Sanctus" showcasing Åm's ability to evoke deep emotion and reverence. The hauntingly beautiful "I Know No Words Any More / Tree of Tenderness" and the poignant "Lullaby" are standout tracks that highlight Åm's compositional prowess. "Tree of Tenderness" is not just a musical work but a testament to the enduring power of music to remember and honor the past.
(C) 2012 Nordic Sound(P) 2012 Nordic Sound
Tracks
I Want to Go HomeMagnar Åm, Gunvor Hofmo, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
KyrieMagnar Åm, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
MeetingMagnar Åm, Gunvor Hofmo, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
On a Dark NightMagnar Åm, Gunvor Hofmo, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
I Know No Words Any More / Tree of TendernessMagnar Åm, Gunvor Hofmo, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
The Sight of a HeartMagnar Åm, Gunvor Hofmo, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
GloriaMagnar Åm, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
The LawMagnar Åm, Gunvor Hofmo, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
She is SewingMagnar Åm, Gunvor Hofmo, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
AcrobatMagnar Åm, Gunvor Hofmo, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
CredoMagnar Åm, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
This SilenceMagnar Åm, Gunvor Hofmo, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
SanctusMagnar Åm, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
BuildMagnar Åm, Gunvor Hofmo, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
LullabyMagnar Åm, Gunvor Hofmo, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
BenedictusMagnar Åm, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
The Dancing Clown / The BirdMagnar Åm, Gunvor Hofmo, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
And it ChangesMagnar Åm, Gunvor Hofmo, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
Agnus Dei / You Have GivenMagnar Åm, Gunvor Hofmo, Vox Humana, Dag Jansson
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