Barbara Hendricks, the renowned soprano, invites you into a world of enchanting melodies and poetic lyrics with her album "Barbara Hendricks sings Nordic Songs & Wolf: Mörike-Lieder." Released on November 3, 2008, under Warner Classics, this album is a testament to Hendricks' extraordinary vocal range and interpretive prowess.
The album is a captivating blend of opera and classical genres, spanning a generous duration of 2 hours and 15 minutes. It features a diverse collection of songs, including Hugo Wolf's Mörike-Lieder and a selection of Nordic songs that showcase the rich musical heritage of the region. The tracklist is a journey through various moods and tempos, from the lively and jubilant "Er ist's!" to the slow and intimate "Mignon III."
Hendricks' performance is accompanied by a selection of piano pieces, adding depth and texture to the vocal performances. The album includes works by notable composers such as Edvard Grieg, Carl Nielsen, and Jean Sibelius, each bringing their unique style and cultural context to the collection.
This album is a celebration of Barbara Hendricks' artistry, offering listeners a chance to experience her powerful and nuanced voice in a variety of musical settings. Whether you are a longtime fan of classical music or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 2: No. 20, Auf eine Christblume I "Tochter des Walds" (Mässig langsam)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 2: No. 21, Auf eine Christblume II "Im Winterboden schläft" (Ziemlich langsam)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 4: No. 45, Nixe Binsefuss "Des Wassermanns sein Töchterlein" (Leicht und luftig)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 3: No. 35, Schlafendes Jesuskind "Sohn der Jungfrau, Himmelskind!" (Sehr gretragen und weihevoll)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 2, Der Knabe und das Immlein "Im Weinberg auf der Höhe" (Mässig und zart)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 8, Begegnung "Was doch heut Nacht ein Sturm gewesen" (Lebhaft bewegt)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 2: No. 24, In der Frühe "Kein Schlaf noch kühlt" (Sehr getragen und schwer)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 2: No. 15, Auf einer Wanderung "In ein freundliches Städtchen" (Leicht bewegt)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 12, Verborgenheit "Lass, o Welt, o lass" (Mässig und sehr innig)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 9, Nimmersatte Liebe "So ist die Liebe!" (Sehr mässig)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 7, Das verlassene Mägdlein "Früh, wann die Hähne" (Langsam)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 2: No. 17, Der Gärtner "Auf ihrem Leibrösslein" (Leicht, graziös)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 3: No. 36, Lebe wohl "Lebe wohl ... Du fühlest nicht" (Sehr langsam, innig und leidenschaftlich)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Wolf: Mörike-Lieder, Volume 1: No. 6, Er ist's! "Frühling lässt sein blaues Band" (Sehr lebhaft und jubelnd)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 28, Frühling übers Jahr "Das Beet, schon lockert" (Sehr zart und anmutig)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 50, Ganymed "Wie im Morgenglanze" (Sehr gleichmässige und ruhige Bewegung)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 26, Die Spröde "An dem reinsten Frühlingsmorgen" (Leicht bewegt)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 27, Die Bekehrte "Bei dem Glanz der Abendröthe" (Leicht bewegt, nicht schleppend)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 5, Mignon I "Heiss mich nicht reden" (Sehr getragen)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 6, Mignon II "Nur wer die Sehnsucht kennt" (Etwas bewegt)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 7, Mignon III "So lasst mich scheinen" (Sehr langsam und zart)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 8, Philine "Singet nicht in Trauertönen" (Leicht und graziös)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Wolf: Goethe-Lieder: No. 9, Mignon IV "Kennst du das Land" (Langsam und sehr ausdrucksvoll)Hugo Wolf, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: 6 Songs of Ludvig Holstein, Op. 10, FS 18: I. Aebleblomst, "Du fine hvide Aebleblomst" (Poco allegretto)Carl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: Strophic Songs, Op. 21, FS. 42, Book 1: I. Skal blomsterne da visneCarl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: Strophic Songs, Op. 21, FS. 42, Book 1: II. Hogen "Vaer hilset Hog over Granetop"Carl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: Strophic Songs, Op. 21, FS. 42, Book 2: IV. Saenk kun dit hoved, du blomstCarl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: Strophic Songs, Op. 21, FS. 42, Book 2: V. Den forste laerkeCarl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Nielsen: Studie efter naturen, FS. 82 : "Solen skinner i Naboens Gaard" (Leicht)Carl Nielsen, Barbara Hendricks
Grieg: 12 Songs, Op. 33: No. 2, VårenEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 25: No. 4, Med en VandliljeEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 25: No. 2, En SvaneEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: Peer Gynt, Op. 23: Solveig's SongEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: Peer Gynt, Op. 23: Solveig's Cradle SongEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: Melodies of the Heart, Op. 5: No. 3, Jeg elsker digEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 1, GrussEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 2, Dereinst, Gedanke meinEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 3, Lauf der WeltEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 4, Die verschwiegene NachtigallEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 5, Zur RosenzeitEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Grieg: 6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 6, Ein TraumEdvard Grieg, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Rangström: 5 Songs on Poems by Bo Bergman (from "Fem dikter"): III. Melodi, "Bara du gar över markerna"Ture Rangström, Barbara Hendricks
Rangström: 4 Songs on Poems by Bo Bergman (from "Fem ballader"): II. Pan, "Middagsstillhet och klöveranga"Ture Rangström, Barbara Hendricks
Rangström: 5 Songs on Poems by Bo Bergman (from "Den mörka blomman"): III. Avskedet, "Ar af skumma färder fick du"Ture Rangström, Barbara Hendricks
Rangström: 5 Songs on Poems by Bo Bergman (from "Den mörka blomman"): II. Bön till natten, "Slut är dagens lust"Ture Rangström, Barbara Hendricks
Rangström: 5 Songs on Poems by Bo Bergman (from "Fem dikter"): I. Vingar I natten, "Det flyger en fagel"Ture Rangström, Barbara Hendricks
Sibelius: 5 Songs, Op. 37: No. 5, Flickan kom ifrån sin älsklings möteJean Sibelius, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Sibelius: 7 Songs, Op. 17: No. 6, IllalleJean Sibelius, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Sibelius: 6 Songs, Op. 36: No. 6, Demanton på marssnönJean Sibelius, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Sibelius: 7 Songs, Op. 13: No. 4, Våren flyktar hastigtJean Sibelius, Barbara Hendricks, Roland Pöntinen
Barbara Hendricks is an acclaimed American lyric soprano renowned for her powerful voice and versatility across opera, jazz, and recital performances. Born in Arkansas, Hendricks initially pursued a degree in chemistry and mathematics at the University of Nebraska before turning to music. She began her vocal training at the age of 19 and made her operatic debut in 1974, quickly gaining international acclaim. Hendricks is not just a remarkable artist but also a dedicated humanitarian, serving as a UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador since 1987. Her repertoire spans from classical arias to jazz standards, and she has performed on some of the world's most prestigious stages. Beyond her musical achievements, Hendricks has also made significant contributions to environmental conservation and social justice, serving as the German Minister for the Environment from 2013 to 2018. Her journey from the segregated South to the global opera scene is a testament to her resilience and talent, inspiring audiences worldwide.
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