Kirsten Flagstad , The London Symphony Orchestra,
Sibelius Song Recital |
Sibelius Song Recital |
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Description
Description
Jean Sibelius (1885–1957) composed songs from the beginning almost to the end of his lifetime. Shortly before his death, he arranged the piece, which closes this album, “Kom nu hit, Död”, and so opened a stylistic gateway to Modernity. All the songs in this collection were composed around 1900 and are filled with Late Romantic harmony, a glorious sound and emotional feeling. The song “Svatar Rosor” is immersed in an alternating bath of major and minor to evoke a dramatic and tragic mood, while the wonderfully colourful “Den Första Kyssen”, op. 37 no. 1 depicts in music a girl’s dialogue with the evening star. And with “Flickan kom …” op. 37 no. 5 and “Var det en dröm” op. 37 no. 4, a powerful vocal drama is placed alongside a lyrical gem. Of the latter work Sibelius allegedly said: »Here you are, this is my most beautiful song!«
Without a doubt, Kirsten Flagstad is the ideal singer for this repertoire. Her highly dramatic soprano voice rises monumentally over the surging orchestral sound but dims down appropriately and effortlessly in the hushed passages. Wagnerians, Strauss lovers and fans of grand romantic gesture will thoroughly enjoy this LP.
- 180 gram LP w/ Standard Sleeve
- Recording: February 1958 at Kingsway Hall, London, by Alan Reeve and Gordon Parry
- Genre: CLASSICAL
- Format Detail: LP Black
- Handling Note: **Please allow an additional 5 business days for this item's shipment.**
- Format: Vinyl
- Released: 8/28/19
- Internal ID: JIT
Condition Ratings & Details
Condition Ratings & Details
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Condition Ratings
- MINT (M): Perfect, brand new, unplayed.
- Near Mint (NM): Like new, barely played, will play perfectly.
- Excellent (EX): Very close to near mint, with minor cosmetic wear. Will play perfectly.
- Very Good Plus (VG+): Light cosmetic blemishes that do not affect play. Close to perfect playback.
- Very Good (VG): Some light marks that may cause minor noise during playback. Still enjoyable and plays well.
- Good Plus (G+): Noticeable noise during playback. Only listed if of collector value. Not ideal for listening.
Sleeve Details
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