Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Leoš Janáček's musical genius with this captivating collection of chamber music. Released on June 28, 2019, under the Hyperion label, this album is a treasure trove of Janáček's compositions, showcasing his unique ability to blend folk elements with sophisticated musical structures.
The album opens with "The Diary of One Who Disappeared," a song cycle that delves into the life of a young man who abandons his village and family to follow a group of Romani people. This powerful narrative is brought to life through 22 evocative tracks, each one a testament to Janáček's mastery of storytelling and emotion.
Following this, the album presents "Nursery Rhymes," a delightful suite of eight short pieces that capture the innocence and playfulness of childhood. These tracks, with their simple yet charming melodies, offer a refreshing contrast to the more intense themes explored in the first part of the album.
The final section, "Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs," features 14 tracks that draw inspiration from traditional Moravian folk poetry. Janáček's arrangements breathe new life into these timeless poems, highlighting his deep connection to his cultural roots and his ability to translate folk traditions into sophisticated musical compositions.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 2 minutes, this album is a comprehensive exploration of Janáček's musical style and his enduring influence on chamber music. Whether you're a longtime fan of Janáček or a newcomer to his work, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that showcases the breadth and depth of his musical genius.
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 1, Potal sem mladou cigánkuLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 2, Ta černá cigánka –Leoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 3, Svatojanské muškyLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 4, Už mladé vlaštúvky –Leoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 5, Těžko sa mi ořeLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 6, Hajsi, vy siví volciLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 7, Ztratil sem kolíčekLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 8, Nehleďte, volečciLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 9, Vítaj, Janíčku –Leoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Couper, Nicky Spence, Václava Housková, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 10, Bože dálný, nesmrtelnýLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Couper, Václava Housková, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 11, Tahne vůňa k lesuLeoš Janáček, Julius Drake, Václava Housková, Nicky Spence
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 12, Tmavá olšinka –Leoš Janáček, Julius Drake, Nicky Spence
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 13, Intermezzo erotico –Leoš Janáček, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 14, Slnéčko sa zdvihá –Leoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 15, Moji siví volciLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 16, Co sem to udělal?Leoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 17, Co komu súzeno? –Leoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 18, Nedbám já včil o nicLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 19, Letí straka, letíLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 20, Mám já panenku –Leoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 21, Můj drahý tatíčkuLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
The Diary of One Who Disappeared, JW V/12: No. 22, S Bohem, rodný krajuLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
Říkadla "Nursery Rhymes", JW V/16: IV. Leze krtek podle mezeLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Samek, Victoria Couper, Julius Drake
Říkadla "Nursery Rhymes", JW V/16: V. Karel do pekla zajelLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Samek, Victoria Couper, Julius Drake
Říkadla "Nursery Rhymes", JW V/16: VII. Franta rasů, hrál na basuLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Samek, Victoria Couper, Julius Drake
Říkadla "Nursery Rhymes", JW V/16: IX. Dělám, dělám kázáníLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Samek, Victoria Couper, Julius Drake
Říkadla "Nursery Rhymes", JW V/16: XI. Hó, hó, krávy dóLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Samek, Victoria Couper, Julius Drake
Říkadla "Nursery Rhymes", JW V/16: XIV. Koza bílá hrušky sbíráLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Samek, Victoria Couper, Julius Drake
Říkadla "Nursery Rhymes", JW V/16: XVII. Vašek, pašek, bubeníkLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Samek, Victoria Couper, Julius Drake
Říkadla "Nursery Rhymes", JW V/16: XVIII. Frantíku, FrantíkuLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Victoria Samek, Victoria Couper, Julius Drake
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 8, PolajkaLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 4, Záře od miléhoLeoš Janáček, Václava Housková, Julius Drake
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 16, StálosťLeoš Janáček, Václava Housková, Julius Drake, Nicky Spence
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 17, Komu kytka?Leoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake, Václava Housková
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 20, TužbaLeoš Janáček, Julius Drake, Václava Housková
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 22, PamátkyLeoš Janáček, Julius Drake, Nicky Spence, Václava Housková
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 30, RozmarýnLeoš Janáček, Julius Drake, Václava Housková
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 33, PomluvaLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake, Václava Housková
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 1, ŁáskaLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 19, PérečkoLeoš Janáček, Julius Drake, Václava Housková
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 28, NejistotaLeoš Janáček, Nicky Spence, Julius Drake, Václava Housková
Moravian Folk Poetry in Songs, JW V/2: No. 50, MuzikantiLeoš Janáček, Clemmie Franks, Emily Burn, Julius Drake, Nicky Spence, Václava Housková, Victoria Couper
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