Schneider: Soul Paintings - Seelengemälde

Dive into the captivating world of contemporary classical music with Enjott Schneider's "Soul Paintings - Seelengemälde," a compelling album that showcases the composer's mastery and versatility. Released on February 26, 2016, under the esteemed WERGO label, this album is the fourth installment in the Edition Enjott Schneider series, offering a rich and diverse listening experience.

"Soul Paintings - Seelengemälde" features three distinct works that highlight Schneider's unique compositional voice. The album opens with "Augen der Erde," a three-movement suite that evokes the serene beauty of natural landscapes, from the Königssee to Lago di Garda. Following this, the album delves into the dramatic and psychological depths of Robert Louis Stevenson's "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde," a six-movement work that explores the duality of human nature with intense and evocative music.

The album concludes with Schneider's Symphony No. 2 "Sisyphos," a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of the mythical figure's eternal struggle. The symphony's three movements, from the energetic "Punished by Gods" to the liberating "The Liberation of Sisyphos," offer a profound and engaging musical journey.

Performed by an ensemble of exceptional musicians, including Ingolf Turban on violin, Cello Duello, Johannes Fischer on percussion, and the Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin under the direction of Wolfgang Lischke, this album is a testament to Schneider's ability to blend narrative and abstract elements into a cohesive and compelling musical experience. With a duration of 1 hour and 23 minutes, "Soul Paintings - Seelengemälde" is a rich and rewarding listen for fans of contemporary classical music.