Artist: Claire Booth, Christopher Glynn

Title: Expressionist Music

Year Of Release: 2024

Label: Orchid Classics

Genre: Classical

Quality:  flac 24bits - 96.0kHz + booklet

Total Time: 01:00:49

Total Size:  947 mb



Tracklist



01. 4 Lieder, Op. 2: No. 1, Erwartung

02. 8 Lieder, Op. 6: No. 2, Alles

03. 6 Lieder, Op. 3: No. 4, Hochzeitslied

04. 8 Lieder, Op. 6: No. 3, Mädchenlied

05. 4 Lieder, Op. 2: No. 2, Jesus bettelt

06. 8 Lieder, Op. 6: No. 7, Lockung

07. 4 Lieder, Op. 2: No. 4, Waldsonne

08. 6 Kleine Klavierstücke, Op. 19: No. 3, Sehr langsam

09. 8 Lieder, Op. 6: No. 1, Traumleben

10. 6 Lieder, Op. 3: No. 3, Warnung

11. 3 Lieder, Op. 48: No. 2, Tot

12. 8 Lieder, Op. 6: No. 6, Am Wegrand

13. 8 Brettllieder: No. 1, Der genügsame Liebhaber

14. 3 Lieder, Op. 48: No. 3, Mädchenlied

15. 8 Brettllieder: No. 6, Galathea

16. Gedenken

17. 8 Lieder, Op. 6: No. 8, Der Wanderer

18. 6 Lieder, Op. 3: No. 5, Geübtes Herz

19. 3 Lieder, Op. 48: No. 1, Sommermüd

20. 4 Deutsche Volkslieder: No. 3, Mein Herz ist mir gemenget

21. 2 Lieder, Op. 14: No. 2, in diesen Wintertagen

22. 2 Balladen, Op. 12: No. 1, Jane Grey

23. Gurre-Lieder, Pt. 1: No. 6, Nun sag ich dir zum ersten Mal

24. 6 Kleine Klavierstücke, Op. 19: No. 6, Sehr langsam



Pairing the music of Schoenberg with the composer’s own paintings, "Expressionist Music" is a new album featuring remarkable interpretations of Schoenberg from soprano Claire Booth with pianist Christopher Glynn. This evocative album explores the expanses of human emotion through Arnold Schoenberg's captivating songs, each corresponding to Schoenberg's paintings. The particular works chosen for this recording encompass themes of expectation, flesh, nocturne, hatred, satire, thinking, and tears, providing a comprehensive journey through the complexities of human nature. Schoenberg's profound connection to painting is reflected in these songs, unveiling shifting colours, raw emotions, and profound sensuality. Soprano Claire Booth has gained a reputation for her explorations of diverse repertoire, with her extensive operatic and concert engagements, including collaborations with major orchestras and festivals, attesting to her versatility as an artist. Booth’s collaborations with director Netia Jones in producing innovative productions underscore her commitment to pushing artistic boundaries. Recorded against the backdrop of the challenges of the global landscape, this album is a testament to the enduring power of music. Despite the tumultuous times, Booth and Glynn's delivery of Schoenberg's work resonates with timeless beauty and relevance. "Expressionist Music" invites listeners to explore the complexities of Schoenberg's compositions, providing an immersive and significant experience into the world of expressionism.