Immerse yourself in the intricate and captivating world of Sigfrid Karg-Elert's "33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101." Released on September 17, 2021, under the AMBIENTE Audio label, this album is a testament to Karg-Elert's mastery of the harmonium and his ability to blend Gregorian chant elements with contemporary compositions. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 46 minutes, the album comprises 33 distinct pieces, each offering a unique portrait of the harmonium's expressive range.
Karg-Elert, a German composer and organist, showcases his virtuosic skills and innovative spirit in this collection. The pieces range from solemn and contemplative, such as "Requiem aeternam" and "Crucifixus," to lively and dynamic, like "Villanella" and "Rondo." The album also features evocative titles that hint at the diverse inspirations behind each portrait, from "Noces à Algers" to "Am Hardanger Fjord."
This album is a journey through the harmonium's sonic landscape, offering listeners a chance to appreciate the instrument's versatility and the composer's ingenuity. Whether you're a fan of Gregorian chant or contemporary classical music, Karg-Elert's "33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101" promises a rich and rewarding listening experience.
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Tracks
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 1, Requiem aeternamSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 2, VillanellaSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 3, Noces à AlgersSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 4, Chanson galanteSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 5, Ein Siegesgesang IsraelsSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 6, Cantata die chiesaSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 7, OuvertüreSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 8, RondoSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 9, FantasiaSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 10, AdagioSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 11, Wenn der Tag ausklingtSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 12, Quasi concertino per clarinettoSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 13, OffertorioSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 14, Impromptu interrompuSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 15, Im frischen, grünen WaldSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 16, Eusebius sprichtSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 17, AdorationSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 18, Vorspiel zu einem DramaSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 19, Duetto d'amoreSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 20, FrauengunstSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 21, RitornelloSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 22, AdagioSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 23, Sérénade mélancoliqueSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 24, IdylleSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 25, Am Hardanger FjordSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 26, Tournoi chevaleresqueSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 27, A Cool October MorningSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 28, HuldigungSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 29, CrucifixusSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 30, La source mystiqueSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 31, Poema esaltatoSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 32, AbstractionSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
33 Portraits for Harmonium, Op. 101: No. 33, Profumo sottile del fiore magicoSigfrid Karg-Elert, Jan Hennig
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