Experience the golden age of Swedish tenor vocals with "De Svenska Tenorerna - The Swedish Tenors," a captivating collection of timeless arias and songs performed by some of Sweden's most celebrated vocalists. At the heart of this album is the legendary Jussi Björling, renowned for his rich, velvety voice and impeccable technique. Björling's contributions include enchanting pieces like "Jag längtar dig" and "Aftonstämning," showcasing his unparalleled artistry and emotional depth.
Joining Björling are other Swedish tenor greats, each bringing their unique style and interpretation to the repertoire. Nicolai Gedda's powerful and expressive voice shines in tracks like "Säv, säv susa" and "Som stjärnorna på himmelen," while Gösta Winbergh's resonant tones can be heard in moving performances of "Sverige" and "Guds lov i naturen." The album also features the soothing "Ave Maria" by Winbergh, a piece that highlights his ability to convey profound spirituality through song.
Recorded by the Swedish Society and released in 2011, this album spans just under an hour of pure vocal splendor. The carefully curated tracklist offers a diverse range of genres, from opera arias to folk ballads, all united by the common thread of Swedish musical heritage. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a casual fan of beautiful vocals, "De Svenska Tenorerna - The Swedish Tenors" promises an enchanting journey through the world of Swedish tenor singing, featuring some of the most iconic voices of the past century.
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Tracks
7 Dikter, Op. 28: Jag längtar dig (Jussi Björling)Hugo Alfvén, Jussi Björling, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
Saa tag mitt hjerte (Jussi Björling)Hugo Alfvén, Jussi Björling, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
Aftonstamning (Evening Mood): Aftonstämning [Jussi Björling]Sven August Korling, Jussi Björling, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
6 Songs, Op. 36, No. 6. Demanten pa marssnon (the Diamond on the March Snow): Demanten på marssnö [Jussi Björling] [arr. L. Funtek]Jean Sibelius, Jussi Björling, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
6 Songs, Op. 36, No. 4. Sav, sav, susa: Säv, säv susa (Nicolai Gedda) [arr. I. Hellman] [Reed, Reed, Rustle]Jean Sibelius, Jussi Björling, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
4 Visor i folkton (4 Folk Ballads), Op. 5: Som stjärnorna på himmelen [Nicolai Gedda]Wilhelm Peterson-Berger, Nicolai Gedda, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
Visa vid midsommartid (arr. H. Sund) [Nicolai Gedda]Håkan Norlén, Nicolai Gedda, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
Jungfrun under lind (Nicolai Gedda)Wilhelm Peterson-Berger, Nicolai Gedda, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
Sånger, Op. 90: Där björkarna susa (Nicolai Gedda)Oskar Merikanto, Nicolai Gedda, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
5 Sanger av Bo Bergman, Op. 20: Stjärnöga (Nicolai Gedda)Wilhelm Stenhammar, Nicolai Gedda, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
Ack, Varmeland du skona (Varmland the Beautiful): Ack, Värmeland du sköna [Nicolai Gedda] [arr. H. Sandberg]Traditional, Nicolai Gedda, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
Ett folk, Op. 22: Sverige (Gösta Winbergh)Wilhelm Stenhammar, Gösta Winbergh, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
6 Songs, Op. 48, No. 4. Guds lov i naturen (Die Ehre Gottes aus der Natur) [Sung in Swedish]: Guds lov i naturen [Gösta Winbergh] [arr. M. Liljefors]Ludwig van Beethoven, Gösta Winbergh, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
Tonerna (Music): Tonerna [Gösta Winbergh]Carl Leopold Sjöberg, Gösta Winbergh, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
Land du välsignade (Gösta Winbergh)Ragnar Althen, Gösta Winbergh, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
Ave Maria(Gösta Winbergh)Johann Sebastian Bach, Charles Gounod, Gösta Winbergh, Stockholm Royal Opera Orchestra, Nils Grevillius