Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of choral music with the Crouch End Festival Chorus, as they present a captivating collection of works by Fanny Hensel and Felix Mendelssohn. Released on January 12, 2024, under the prestigious Chandos label, this album offers a unique blend of Christmas and choral genres, spanning a total of 71 minutes.
The album opens with Fanny Hensel's "Vom Himmel hoch," a six-movement work that showcases the chorus's versatility and skill. From the soaring choruses to the intimate arias, each piece is a testament to Hensel's compositional prowess. The album continues with "Hiob," another of Hensel's works, which delves into the depths of human emotion and faith.
The Crouch End Festival Chorus then turns its attention to Mendelssohn's "Gartenlieder," a six-movement work that captures the beauty and tranquility of nature. The album concludes with Mendelssohn's "Die erste Walpurgisnacht," a dramatic and powerful work that tells the story of the first Walpurgis Night.
Throughout the album, the Crouch End Festival Chorus demonstrates its exceptional musicianship and interpretive skills. The chorus's rich, resonant sound fills every note with depth and nuance, making this album a true delight for choral music enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned fan of choral music or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
2024 Chandos Records Ltd.2024 Chandos Records Ltd.
Tracks
Vom Himmel hoch, MWV A22: I. Coro "Vom Himmel hoch"Felix Mendelssohn, Julia Doyle, Ashley Riches, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Vom Himmel hoch, MWV A22: II. Aria "Es ist der Her Christ, unser Gott"Felix Mendelssohn, Julia Doyle, Ashley Riches, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Vom Himmel hoch, MWV A22: III. Choral "Er bringt euch alle Seligkeit"Felix Mendelssohn, Julia Doyle, Ashley Riches, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Vom Himmel hoch, MWV A22: IV. Aria "Sei willekomm, du elder Gast"Felix Mendelssohn, Julia Doyle, Ashley Riches, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Vom Himmel hoch, MWV A22: V. Arioso "Das also hat gefallen dir"Felix Mendelssohn, Julia Doyle, Ashley Riches, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Vom Himmel hoch, MWV A22: VI. Schlußchor "Lob, Ehr sei Gott im höchsten Thron"Felix Mendelssohn, Julia Doyle, Ashley Riches, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Hiob, H-U 258: I. Chor "Was ist ein Mensch, daß du ihn groß achtest"Fanny Mendelssohn, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Hiob, H-U 258: II. Arioso "Warum verbirgest du dein Antlitz?"Fanny Mendelssohn, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Hiob, H-U 258: III. Chor "Leben und Wohltat hast du an mir getan"Fanny Mendelssohn, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Gartenlieder, Op. 3: I. Hörst du nicht die Bäume rauchen, H-U 421Fanny Mendelssohn, Crouch End Festival Chorus, David Temple
Gartenlieder, Op. 3: II. Schöne Fremde, H-U 437Fanny Mendelssohn, Crouch End Festival Chorus, David Temple
Gartenlieder, Op. 3: III. Im Herbste III, H-U 430Fanny Mendelssohn, Crouch End Festival Chorus, David Temple
Gartenlieder, Op. 3: IV. Morgengruß I, H-U 432Fanny Mendelssohn, Crouch End Festival Chorus, David Temple
Gartenlieder, Op. 3: V. Abendlich schon rauscht der Wald, H-U 422Fanny Mendelssohn, Crouch End Festival Chorus, David Temple
Gartenlieder, Op. 3: VI. Im Wald, H-U 418Fanny Mendelssohn, Crouch End Festival Chorus, David Temple
Die erste Walpurgisnacht, Op. 60, MWV D3: Overture. Das schlechte WetterFelix Mendelssohn, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Die erste Walpurgisnacht, Op. 60, MWV D3: Overture. Der Übergang zum FrühlingFelix Mendelssohn, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Die erste Walpurgisnacht, Op. 60, MWV D3: I. Ein DruideFelix Mendelssohn, Marc Le Brocq, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Die erste Walpurgisnacht, Op. 60, MWV D3: II. Eine alte Frau aus dem VolkeFelix Mendelssohn, Jess Dandy, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Die erste Walpurgisnacht, Op. 60, MWV D3: III. Der PriesterFelix Mendelssohn, Ashley Riches, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Die erste Walpurgisnacht, Op. 60, MWV D3: IV. Chor der Wächter der DruidenFelix Mendelssohn, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Die erste Walpurgisnacht, Op. 60, MWV D3: V. Ein Wächter der DruidenFelix Mendelssohn, Ashley Riches, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Die erste Walpurgisnacht, Op. 60, MWV D3: VI. Chor der Wächter der Druiden und des HeidenwolksFelix Mendelssohn, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Die erste Walpurgisnacht, Op. 60, MWV D3: VII. L'istesso tempo - Der PriesterFelix Mendelssohn, Ashley Riches, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Die erste Walpurgisnacht, Op. 60, MWV D3: VIII. Ein christlicher WächterFelix Mendelssohn, Marc Le Brocq, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
Die erste Walpurgisnacht, Op. 60, MWV D3: IX. Der PriesterFelix Mendelssohn, Ashley Riches, Crouch End Festival Chorus, London Mozart Players, David Temple
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