Immerse yourself in the captivating world of classical music with the Tonkünstler-Orchester's rendition of Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 2 "Lobgesang" (Op. 52). Released on Preiser Records in 2011, this album is a testament to the orchestra's prowess and the timeless beauty of Mendelssohn's composition.
The album spans a total of 12 tracks, with a total duration of 1 hour and 4 minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through Mendelssohn's symphony. The Tonkünstler-Orchester, conducted by Andrés Orozco-Estrada, is joined by a stellar cast of vocalists including Ian Bostridge, Christiane Oelze, and Simona Saturova, who bring the symphony's choral sections to life.
The symphony itself is a unique blend of orchestral and choral music, with the second movement being a choral setting of Psalm 150. The album begins with the powerful "Sinfonia: Maestoso con moto - Allegro" and takes the listener through a range of emotions and musical expressions, culminating in the triumphant "Ihr Völker, bringet her dem Herrn Ehre und Macht!"
This album is not just a performance of a classical piece; it's a celebration of the human spirit and the power of music to uplift and inspire. The Tonkünstler-Orchester's interpretation is both respectful of the tradition and innovative, making it a standout in the world of classical music. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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Tracks
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang in B-Dur, op. 52: 1 Sinfonia: Maestoso con moto - AllegroTonkünstler-Orchester, Andrés Orozco-Estrada, Christiane Oelze, Simona Saturova, Ian Bostridge
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 1 Sinfonia: Allegretto un poco agitatoTonkünstler-Orchester, Christiane Oelze, Andrés Orozco-Estrada, Simona Saturova, Ian Bostridge
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 1 Sinfonia: Adagio religiosoTonkünstler-Orchester, Christiane Oelze, Ian Bostridge, Andrés Orozco-Estrada, Simona Saturova
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 2 Alles, was Odem hat, lobe den Herrn!Tonkünstler-Orchester, Ian Bostridge, Andrés Orozco-Estrada, Christiane Oelze, Simona Saturova
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 3 Saget an, die ihr erlöset seid - Er zählet unsre TränenTonkünstler-Orchester, Simona Saturova, Christiane Oelze, Ian Bostridge, Andrés Orozco-Estrada
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 4 Sagt es, die ihr erlöset seidTonkünstler-Orchester, Simona Saturova, Christiane Oelze, Ian Bostridge, Andrés Orozco-Estrada
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 5 Ich harrete des HerrnTonkünstler-Orchester, Ian Bostridge, Simona Saturova, Christiane Oelze, Andrés Orozco-Estrada
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 6 Stricke des Todes hatten uns umfangenTonkünstler-Orchester, Christiane Oelze, Simona Saturova, Ian Bostridge, Andrés Orozco-Estrada
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 7 Die Nacht ist vergangenTonkünstler-Orchester, Simona Saturova, Andrés Orozco-Estrada, Christiane Oelze, Ian Bostridge
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 8 Nun danket alle GottTonkünstler-Orchester, Andrés Orozco-Estrada, Christiane Oelze, Simona Saturova, Ian Bostridge
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 9 Drum sing´ ich mit meinem LiedeTonkünstler-Orchester, Christiane Oelze, Ian Bostridge, Simona Saturova, Andrés Orozco-Estrada
Symphonie Nr. 2 Lobgesang: 10 Ihr Völker, bringet her dem Herrn Ehre und Macht!Tonkünstler-Orchester, Ian Bostridge, Christiane Oelze, Simona Saturova, Andrés Orozco-Estrada
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