Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Nikolai Medtner's complete songs with the release of "Wandrers Nachtlied, Complete Songs, Vol. 4." This captivating album, released on January 1, 2023, under the Brilliant Classics label, offers a profound exploration of Medtner's musical genius, specifically his classical piano compositions.
The album is a treasure trove of 33 tracks, divided into four distinct sections, each showcasing Medtner's unique ability to blend poetry and music seamlessly. The first section features nine songs from Goethe's "Lieder," Op. 6, including the hauntingly beautiful "Wanderer's Nightsong II" and the lively "Spring Song." The second section presents three songs from Heine's "Gedichte," Op. 12, such as "The Carpenter" and "Lyrical Intermezzo."
The third section is a comprehensive collection of twelve songs from Goethe's "Lieder," Op. 15, including the dramatic "Before the Court" and the serene "Sea Calm." The final section concludes with six songs from Goethe's "Gedichte," Op. 18, featuring the enchanting "Mignon" and the poignant "Huntrer's Even-Song."
With a total duration of 1 hour and 2 minutes, this album is a testament to Medtner's mastery of the classical piano genre. Each track is a journey through the depths of human emotion, from love and longing to solitude and reflection. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire. Dive into the world of Nikolai Medtner and experience the timeless beauty of his complete songs.
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Tracks
9 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 6: I. Wandrer's Nachtlied II - Wanderer's Nightsong IINikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
9 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 6: II. Mailied - Spring SongNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
9 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 6: III. Elfenliedchen - Song of the ElvesNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
9 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 6: IV. Im Vorübergehn - I Roamed the MeadowsNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
9 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 6: V. Liebliches Kind (Aus 'Claudine von Villa-Bella') - Loveliest LassNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
9 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 6: VI. Inneres Wühlen (Aus 'Erwin und Elmire') - ConscienceNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
9 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 6: VII. Sieh mich, Heil'ger (Aus 'Erwin und Elmire') - Hear Me, LordNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
9 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 6: VIII. Erster Verlust - First LoveNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
9 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 6: IX. Gefunden (Epithalamion) - Rooted FirmNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
3 Gedichte von Heinrich Heine, Op. 12: I. Lieb Liebchen - The CarpenterNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
3 Gedichte von Heinrich Heine, Op. 12: II. Lyrisches Intermezzo (Fichtenbaum) - Lyrical IntermezzoNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
3 Gedichte von Heinrich Heine, Op. 12: III. Bergstimme - The Voice of the MountainNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
12 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 15: I. Wandrer's Nachtlied I - Wanderer's Nightsong INikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
12 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 15: II. An die Türen will ich schleichen (Aus Wilhelm Meister) - The BeggarNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
12 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 15: III. Selbstbetrug - Self-DeceitNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
12 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 15: IV. Sie liebt mich! (Aus 'Erwin und Elmire') - She Loves Me!Nikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
12 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 15: V. So tanzet (Aus 'Lila') - So dance YeNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
12 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 15: VI. Vor Gericht (Ballade) - Before the CourtNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
12 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 15: VII. Meeresstille - Sea CalmNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
12 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 15: VIII. Glückliche Fahrt - Happy VoyageNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
12 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 15: IX. Nähe des Geliebten - Near the BelovedNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
12 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 15: X. Der untreue Knabe (Ballade) - The Faithless LadNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
12 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 15: XI. Gleich und Gleich - Like to LikeNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
12 Lieder von W. Goethe, Op. 15: XII. Geistergruß - The Spirit's GreetingNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
6 Gedichte von W. Goethe, Op. 18: I. Die Spröde - The FlirtNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
6 Gedichte von W. Goethe, Op. 18: II. Die Bekehrte - ConqueredNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
6 Gedichte von W. Goethe, Op. 18: III. Einsamkeit - SolitudeNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
6 Gedichte von W. Goethe, Op. 18: IV. Mignon - MignonNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
6 Gedichte von W. Goethe, Op. 18: V. Das Veilchen (Ballade) - The VioletNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
6 Gedichte von W. Goethe, Op. 18: VI. Jägers Abendlied - Huntrer's Even-SongNikolai Medtner, Ekaterina Levental, Frank Peters
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