Immerse yourself in the enchanting and avant-garde world of Per Nørgård's "Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen" (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town) and Bent Sørensen's "Den Lille Havfrue" (The Little Mermaid). This captivating album, released on Dacapo in 2006, is a masterful blend of neoclassical and avant-garde genres, showcasing the extraordinary talents of Per Nørgård and Bent Sørensen.
The album opens with Nørgård's dramatic and intricate composition, "Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen," a 10-scene narrative that weaves a tale of mystery and enchantment. The piece is brought to life by the exceptional performances of Ars Nova Copenhagen, Bo Kristian Jensen, and Gert Henning, under the baton of conductor Thomas Dausgaard. Each scene unfolds like a chapter in a captivating story, with the chorus, narrator, and various characters drawing you into their world.
Following this, Bent Sørensen's "Den Lille Havfrue" (The Little Mermaid) takes you on a journey through the stormy seas and silent depths, culminating in a grand celebration. This three-movement work is a testament to Sørensen's ability to evoke vivid imagery and emotion through his music.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 6 minutes, this album is a rich and rewarding experience for any fan of neoclassical and avant-garde music. The combination of Nørgård's narrative prowess and Sørensen's evocative compositions makes this a standout release in the contemporary classical genre. Don't miss the opportunity to explore the enchanting sounds of this remarkable album.
2006 Dacapo2006 Dacapo
Tracks
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Prolog (Prologue) (Chorus, The Woman, The Man)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 1, "Manden som vidste eventyr" (The Man Who Knew Fairy Tales) (Narrator, The Woman, Chorus)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 2, "Eventyrjagt og skumringstime" (Fairy Tale Hunt and Twilight Hour) (Narrator, Chorus, Marsh Witch)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 3, "Konen der kiggede ind - i 1. sals hojde" (The Woman Who Peered in - Upstairs) (Narrator, Marsh WItch)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 4, "En dyster invitation, 'Kom med'" (An Ominous Invitation, 'Come join us') (Marsh Witch, Chorus)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 5, "Indbrud fra virkeligheden, 'Sa vagn da op, mand'" (A Break-in from Reality, 'Wake up, will you?') (Marsh Witch, Chorus)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 6, "Mosekonens beretning" (The Marsh Witch's Account) (Narrator, Marsh Witch, Will-o'-the-Wisps)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 7, "Da manen stod pa slem" (When the Moon Boded Ill) (Marsh Witch, Narrator, Will-o'-the-Wisps)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 8, "Sa er de her" (Here They Are now) (Will-o'-the-Wisps, Chorus, Children's Chorus, Marsh Witch, The Man, The Woman)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 9, "(U-)morale" (Moral (not!)) (Will-o'-the-Wisps, The Woman, The Man, Narrator)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 10, "Rapport fra eventyrland" (Report from a Fairy-tale Land) (Marsh Witch, Narrator)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Epilog (Epilogue) (Chorus, The Woman, The Man)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Den lille havfrue (The Little Mermaid): I. Stormen (The Storm) (chorus, soprano, tenor)Bent Sørensen, Inger Dam-Jensen, Gert Henning-Jensen, Danish National Girls Choir, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Den lille havfrue (The Little Mermaid): II. Stilheden (The Silence) (chorus, soprano, tenor)Bent Sørensen, Inger Dam-Jensen, Gert Henning-Jensen, Danish National Girls Choir, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Den lille havfrue (The Little Mermaid): III. Festen (The Celebration) (chorus, soprano, tenor)Bent Sørensen, Inger Dam-Jensen, Gert Henning-Jensen, Danish National Girls Choir, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Per Nørgård, a titan of Danish and international music, left an indelible mark on the 20th and 21st-century musical landscape with his vast and innovative compositions. Born in 1932, Nørgård's career spanned over seven decades, during which he created more than 400 works across all genres, from symphonies and operas to chamber and choral music. Often hailed as the foremost musical Dane since Carl Nielsen, Nørgård's music is a deeply personal journey through the sonic worlds he explored throughout his life. His unique voice, blending neoclassical and avant-garde elements, has inspired countless composers and continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Nørgård's legacy is not just his extensive catalog but also his influence as a patriarchal figure in Nordic music, shaping the musical landscape with his originality and breadth of work.
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