Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of Swedish folk and jazz with Georg Riedel's "Med Lust Och Fagring Stor - Sommarens Sanger Och Psalmer." Released on December 1, 1998, via Naxos, this captivating album spans 55 minutes and is a delightful blend of Swedish ballads and jazz, perfect for those who appreciate the rich tapestry of Scandinavian music.
Georg Riedel, a renowned composer and jazz pianist, curates a collection of timeless songs that celebrate the beauty of summer and the spirit of Swedish tradition. The album features a mix of well-known folk tunes and lesser-known gems, all beautifully arranged and performed with Riedel's signature elegance and sensitivity.
From the lively "Nu Gronskar Det I Dalens Famn" to the serene "Kung Liljekonvalje," each track offers a unique glimpse into the heart of Swedish music. The album also includes beloved hymns and psalms, such as "Den Blomstertid Nu Kommer" and "Sommarpsalm," which add a spiritual depth to the collection.
Whether you're a fan of traditional Swedish folk music or a jazz enthusiast, "Med Lust Och Fagring Stor - Sommarens Sanger Och Psalmer" is sure to captivate your senses and transport you to the lush landscapes and vibrant culture of Sweden.
1998 Naxos1998 Naxos
Tracks
Nu Gronskar Det I Dalens FamnGothenburg Boys Choir, Fredrik Bergman, Johann Sebastian Bach
Visa Vid Midsommartid (Midsummer Song): Visa Vid MidsommartidGothenburg Boys Choir, Henrik Mossberg, Fredrik Bergman, Håkan Norlén
I Denna Ljuva SommartidGothenburg Boys Choir, Henrik Mossberg, Fredrik Bergman, Anders Öhrwall
Uti Var HageGothenburg Boys Choir, Fredrik Bergman, Traditional
Om Sommaren SkonaGothenburg Boys Choir, Henrik Mossberg, Fredrik Bergman, Traditional
Calle Schewens ValsGothenburg Boys Choir, Stefan Ljungqvist, Henrik Mossberg, Fredrik Bergman, Evert Taube
KullerullvisanGothenburg Boys Choir, Fredrik Bergman, Traditional
SommarsangenGeorg Riedel, Henrik Mossberg, Gothenburg Boys Choir, Fredrik Bergman
Sjosala ValsGothenburg Boys Choir, Stefan Ljungqvist, Fredrik Bergman, Evert Taube
All Varlden Nu Sig GladerGothenburg Boys Choir, Fredrik Bergman, Johann Steuerlein
Jag Vet En Dejlig RosaGothenburg Boys Choir, Fredrik Bergman, Traditional
Kristallen Den FinaGothenburg Boys Choir, Fredrik Bergman, Traditional
Kosterflickornas SangGothenburg Boys Choir, Henrik Mossberg, Stefan Ljungqvist, Fredrik Bergman, Evert Taube
Och Jungfrun Hon Gar I Ringen (A Maiden In The Ring) (Arr. H. Alfven): Och Jungfrun Hon Gar I RingenGothenburg Boys Choir, Fredrik Bergman, Hugo Alfvén, Traditional
Solen GlimmarHenrik Mossberg, Stefan Ljungqvist, Gothenburg Boys Choir, Fredrik Bergman, Carl Michael Bellman
Idas SommarvisaGeorg Riedel, Henrik Mossberg, Gothenburg Boys Choir, Fredrik Bergman
Gladjens BlomsterGothenburg Boys Choir, Fredrik Bergman, Traditional
SommarpsalmGothenburg Boys Choir, Fredrik Bergman, Waldemar Ahlén
Ett Folk, Op. 22: SverigeGothenburg Boys Choir, Fredrik Bergman, Wilhelm Stenhammar
I Furuskogen (In The Fir Wood): I Furuskogen (In the Pine Forest)Gothenburg Boys Choir, Fredrik Bergman, Wilhelm Peterson-Berger
Ack Varmeland Du SkonaGothenburg Boys Choir, Henrik Mossberg, Fredrik Bergman, Traditional
Den Blomstertid Nu KommerGothenburg Boys Choir, Henrik Mossberg, Fredrik Bergman, Traditional
Kung Liljekonvalje (King Lily Of The Valley): Kung LiljekonvaljeGothenburg Boys Choir, Fredrik Bergman, Gustav Fröding, David Wikander
Dagen Ar NaraGothenburg Boys Choir, Henrik Mossberg, Fredrik Bergman, George Frideric Handel