Dive into the avant-garde world of George Antheil with his captivating album "Antheil: Songs," set to release on October 31, 2025, under the Brilliant Classics label. This collection is a testament to Antheil's innovative spirit, featuring a diverse array of songs that span various themes and moods.
The album is a rich tapestry of musical exploration, with tracks like "5 Songs, W.85" and "9 Songs of Experience, W.100" showcasing Antheil's ability to blend poetic lyrics with intricate compositions. Each piece tells a story, from the haunting melodies of "The Tyger" to the tender lullaby "Schlafe, Mein Kindlein, Op. 10 No. 2."
Antheil's versatility shines through in his adaptations of texts by Lewis Carroll and John Keats, as seen in "2 Songs on Texts of Lewis Carroll" and "2 Odes of John Keats, W.101." His ability to capture the essence of these literary works in musical form is a highlight of the album.
With a duration of 1 hour and 43 minutes, "Antheil: Songs" offers a comprehensive journey through the avant-garde landscape. Whether you're a longtime fan of George Antheil or a newcomer to his work, this album promises a unique and engaging listening experience. Prepare to be immersed in a world of musical innovation and poetic expression.
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Tracks
5 Songs, W.85: I. November NightGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
5 Songs, W.85: II. TriadGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
5 Songs, W.85: III. Suzanna and the EldersGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
5 Songs, W.85: IV. Fate DefiedGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
5 Songs, W.85: V. The WarningGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
9 Songs of Experience, W.100: I. The Garden of LoveGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
9 Songs of Experience, W.100: II. A Poison TreeGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
9 Songs of Experience, W.100: III. The School BoyGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
9 Songs of Experience, W.100: IV. The Sick RoseGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
9 Songs of Experience, W.100: V. The Little VagabondGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
9 Songs of Experience, W.100: Vi. I Told My LoveGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
9 Songs of Experience, W.100: VII. I Laid Me Down Upon a BankGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
9 Songs of Experience, W.100: VIII. Infant SorrowGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
9 Songs of Experience, W.100: IX. The TygerGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
NightpieceGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
Schlafe, Mein Kindlein, Op. 10 No. 2George Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
Ach, Meines Kleines MädchenGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
MotherGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
6 Songs: I. The Vision of LoveGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
6 Songs: II. Down by the Sally GardensGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
6 Songs: III. The Sorrow of LoveGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
6 Songs: IV. LightningGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
6 Songs: V. I Hear an Army (Fragment)George Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
6 Songs: Vi. An End PieceGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
Frankie and JohnnyGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
The Fable of the RedwoodsGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
The Ballade of Jesse JamesGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
2 Songs on Texts of Lewis Carroll: I. You Are Old, Father WilliamGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
2 Songs on Texts of Lewis Carroll: II. Turtle SoupGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
5 Lieder Für Gesang Und Klavier: I. MorgenrotGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
5 Lieder Für Gesang Und Klavier: II. Auf Urlaub Bin Ich GegangenGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
5 Lieder Für Gesang Und Klavier: III. Wenns Dibbe Aber Nu E Loch HatGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
5 Lieder Für Gesang Und Klavier: IV. Was Braucht Ma Auf an BauerndorfGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
5 Lieder Für Gesang Und Klavier: V. Lippe-Detmold, Eine Wunderschöne StadtGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
3 Songs by Marion Shelton: I. BequestGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
2 Odes of John Keats, W.101: I. Ode to a NightingaleGeorge Antheil, Philip Mayers, Colin Griffiths-Brown
2 Odes of John Keats, W.101: II. Ode on a Grecian UrnGeorge Antheil, Philip Mayers, Colin Griffiths-Brown
The Golden DayGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
Just One Moment, Annabelle!George Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
Tongue of Silver: I. In a DellGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
Tongue of Silver: II. Lady Malmonays Witching SongGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
Tongue of Silver: III. The Pastures of HeavenGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
Tongue of Silver: IV. Saint ColmGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers
Sighs and GronesGeorge Antheil, Alice Lackner, Philip Mayers