Fatma Said's third album, Lieder, is a deeply personal tribute to the art of German Song, showcasing her profound connection to this beloved genre. As a soprano who has immersed herself in lieder since the age of 18, Fatma brings a unique expression and understanding to these timeless pieces. Joined by esteemed pianists Malcolm Martineau and Joseph Middleton, as well as special guests including clarinettist Sabine Meyer and baritone Huw Montague Rendall, this album is a masterful collection of favourite lieder by Schubert, Brahms, and Schumann.
With a repertoire that spans the Romantic era, Lieder features a range of iconic works, including Schubert's Ständchen and Der Zwerg, Mendelssohn's Hexenlied and Suleika, and Brahms' Lerchengesang and Ophelia-Lieder. Fatma's voice shines throughout, bringing a sense of intimacy and nuance to each piece. The result is an album that is both a testament to the enduring power of German Song and a deeply personal reflection of Fatma's own musical journey.
Released on Warner Classics, Lieder is a must-listen for fans of classical music and lieder enthusiasts alike. With its release on 11 April 2025, this album is set to delight audiences with its beauty, elegance, and emotional depth. Fatma Said's Lieder is a triumph, and a testament to her status as one of the most exciting and talented sopranos of her generation.
Brahms: 5 Lieder, Op. 105: No. 1, Wie Melodien zieht es mir (Version with Harp)Johannes Brahms, Fatma Said, Anneleen Lenaerts
Brahms: 49 Deutsche Volkslieder, WoO 33, Vol. 1: No. 6, Da unten im Thale (Version with Harp)Johannes Brahms, Fatma Said, Anneleen Lenaerts
Brahms: 5 Lieder, Op. 105: No. 2, Immer leiser wird mein Schlummer (Version with Harp)Johannes Brahms, Fatma Said, Anneleen Lenaerts
Brahms: 5 Ophelia-Lieder, WoO 22: No. 1, Wie erkenn ich dein Treulieb (Arr. Reimann for Voice and String Quartet)Johannes Brahms, Fatma Said, Quatuor Arod
Brahms: 5 Ophelia-Lieder, WoO 22: No. 2, Sein Leichenhemd Weiss wie Schnee zu sehn (Arr. Reimann for Voice and String Quartet)Johannes Brahms, Fatma Said, Quatuor Arod
Brahms: 5 Ophelia-Lieder, WoO 22: No. 3, Auf morgen ist sankt Valentins Tag (Arr. Reimann for Voice and String Quartet)Johannes Brahms, Fatma Said, Quatuor Arod
Brahms: 5 Ophelia-Lieder, WoO 22: No. 4, Sie trugen ihn auf der Bahre bloss (Arr. Reimann for Voice and String Quartet)Johannes Brahms, Fatma Said, Quatuor Arod
Brahms: 5 Ophelia-Lieder, WoO 22: No. 5, Und kommt er nicht mehr zurück (Arr. Reimann for Voice and String Quartet)Johannes Brahms, Fatma Said, Quatuor Arod
Schumann: Lieder und Gesänge aus Wilhelm Meister, Op. 98a "Lieder für Mignon": No. 7, Singet nicht in TrauertönenRobert Schumann, Fatma Said, Joseph Middleton
Schumann: 4 Duette, Op. 34: No. 3, Wer ist vor meiner Kammertür?Robert Schumann, Fatma Said, Huw Montague Rendall, Joseph Middleton