Immerse yourself in the rich, romantic soundscapes of Samuel Barber, one of America's most celebrated composers, with the album "Barber: An American Romantic." Released on October 23, 2012, under the harmonia mundi label, this collection showcases Barber's mastery of classical composition, spanning a diverse range of vocal and instrumental works.
The album opens with the serene "Twelfth Night, Op. 42, No. 1," setting the stage for a journey through Barber's evocative musical landscapes. From the hauntingly beautiful "Reincarnations, Op. 16" to the tender intimacy of "The Lovers, Op. 43," arranged by Kyr, each piece reveals Barber's deep emotional resonance and technical brilliance. The album also features the poignant "Agnus Dei" and the uplifting "Easter Chorale (Chorale for Ascension Day), Op. 43 (Arr. Kyr)," demonstrating Barber's ability to evoke a wide spectrum of human experiences.
With a duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes, this album is a testament to Barber's enduring legacy in the classical music world. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Barber's work or a newcomer to his compositions, "Barber: An American Romantic" offers a captivating exploration of one of the 20th century's most influential musical voices.
To be sung on the water, Op. 42, No. 2Samuel Barber, Conspirare, Craig Hella Johnson
The virgin martyrs, Op. 8, No. 1Samuel Barber, Conspirare, Craig Hella Johnson
Let down the bars, O Death, Op. 8, No. 2Samuel Barber, Conspirare, Craig Hella Johnson
Reincarnations, Op. 16: I. Mary HynesSamuel Barber, Conspirare, Craig Hella Johnson
Reincarnations, Op. 16: II. Anthony O'DalySamuel Barber, Conspirare, Craig Hella Johnson
Reincarnations, Op. 16: III. The Coolin'Samuel Barber, Conspirare, Craig Hella Johnson
A Stopwatch and an Ordnance Map, Op. 15Samuel Barber, Conspirare, Matt Tresler, Thomas Burritt, Craig Hella Johnson
Sure on this shining night, Op. 13, No. 3Samuel Barber, Conspirare, Craig Hella Johnson, Faith Debow
Agnus DeiSamuel Barber, Conspirare, Craig Hella Johnson
The Lovers, Op. 43 (Arr. Kyr): PreludeSamuel Barber, Conspirare, Conspirare Chamber Orchestra, Craig Hella Johnson
The Lovers, Op. 43 (Arr. Kyr): I. Body of a womanSamuel Barber, Conspirare, Conspirare Chamber Orchestra, Craig Hella Johnson, David Farwig
The Lovers, Op. 43 (Arr. Kyr): II. Lithe girl, brown girlSamuel Barber, Conspirare, Conspirare Chamber Orchestra, Craig Hella Johnson
The Lovers, Op. 43 (Arr. Kyr): III. In the hot depth of this summerSamuel Barber, Conspirare, Conspirare Chamber Orchestra, Craig Hella Johnson
The Lovers, Op. 43 (Arr. Kyr): IV. Close your eyesSamuel Barber, Conspirare, Conspirare Chamber Orchestra, Craig Hella Johnson
The Lovers, Op. 43 (Arr. Kyr): V. The Fortunate IslesSamuel Barber, Conspirare, Conspirare Chamber Orchestra, Craig Hella Johnson, Estelí Gomez, Derek Chester
The Lovers, Op. 43 (Arr. Kyr): VI. SometimesSamuel Barber, Conspirare, Conspirare Chamber Orchestra, Craig Hella Johnson, David Farwig, Estelí Gomez, Derek Chester
The Lovers, Op. 43 (Arr. Kyr): VII. We have lost even this twilightSamuel Barber, Conspirare, Conspirare Chamber Orchestra, Craig Hella Johnson, David Farwig
The Lovers, Op. 43 (Arr. Kyr): VIII. Tonight I can writeSamuel Barber, Conspirare, Conspirare Chamber Orchestra, Craig Hella Johnson
The Lovers, Op. 43 (Arr. Kyr): IX. Cemetery of kissesSamuel Barber, Conspirare, Conspirare Chamber Orchestra, Craig Hella Johnson
Easter Chorale (Chorale for Ascension Day), Op. 43 (Arr. Kyr)Samuel Barber, Conspirare, Conspirare Chamber Orchestra, Craig Hella Johnson
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