Immerse yourself in the profound and intricate world of György Kurtág with his captivating album "Kurtág: Works for Soprano." Released on July 15, 2014, under the Hungaroton label, this classical masterpiece spans a concise yet impactful 52 minutes. Kurtág, a revered figure in the realm of contemporary classical music, presents a collection that is as intellectually stimulating as it is emotionally resonant.
The album is a testament to Kurtág's unique compositional style, blending the depth of classical piano with the ethereal beauty of soprano vocals. Each track is a meticulously crafted piece, drawing from a variety of influences and themes. The album opens with "Jozsef Attila-toredekek (Attila Jozsef Fragments)," a series of fragments set to music, showcasing Kurtág's ability to transform poetic verses into musical narratives. This is followed by "Eszka emlekzaj (S.K. Remembrance Noise)," a collection of pieces that explore different moods and atmospheres, from the introspective to the erotic.
"Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova)" is another highlight, divided into three sections that delve into themes of loneliness, eroticism, and the bittersweet experiences of love and loss. The album concludes with "Stseni iz romana (Scenes from a Novel)," a dramatic and evocative finale that leaves a lasting impression.
György Kurtág's "Kurtág: Works for Soprano" is not just an album; it's an exploration of the human condition, a journey through the complexities of life, love, and loss. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
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Tracks
Jozsef Attila-toredekek (Attila Jozsef Fragments), Op. 20*: No. 1. Kasasodik a viz (The water thickens)György Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery
Jozsef Attila-toredekek (Attila Jozsef Fragments), Op. 20*: No. 2. Sokan voltak es korulvettek (Many came and pressed around me)György Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery
Jozsef Attila-toredekek (Attila Jozsef Fragments), Op. 20*: No. 5. Kolto szerelme szalmalang (The poet's love is blazing straw)György Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery
Jozsef Attila-toredekek (Attila Jozsef Fragments), Op. 20*: No. 6. En amulok (Amazed am I)György Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery
Jozsef Attila-toredekek (Attila Jozsef Fragments), Op. 20*: No. 7. Szolj hat, mit tegyek en (Tell me, what should I do)György Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery
Jozsef Attila-toredekek (Attila Jozsef Fragments), Op. 20*: No. 10. Tizenot eve irok koltemenyt (For 15 years I've been writing verse)György Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery
Jozsef Attila-toredekek (Attila Jozsef Fragments), Op. 20*: No. 11. Oly lagy az este, mint egy szolloszem (The evening is as soft as a grape)György Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery
Jozsef Attila-toredekek (Attila Jozsef Fragments), Op. 20*: No. 12. Es amulok (Amazed am I)György Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery
Jozsef Attila-toredekek (Attila Jozsef Fragments), Op. 20*: No. 13. Segitsetek, hogy meg ne oljem (Help me, all of you, not to kill her)György Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery
Jozsef Attila-toredekek (Attila Jozsef Fragments), Op. 20*: No. 14. Nincs kozom senkihez (I'm a stranger and alone)György Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery
Jozsef Attila-toredekek (Attila Jozsef Fragments), Op. 20*: No. 15. Lesz lagy hus s melle ifju karalabe (There'll be tender meat with young kohlrabi)György Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery
Eszka emlekzaj (S.K. Remembrance Noise), Op. 12: No. 5. Hogy ki ne jojjunk a gyakorlatbo! (So that We Never Get out of Practice)György Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Andras Keller
Eszka emlekzaj (S.K. Remembrance Noise), Op. 12: No. 6. A puszta letige szomorusaga (The Sadness of the Bare Copula)György Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Andras Keller
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: I. Loneliness: No. 1. In a spaceGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: I. Loneliness: No. 2. The day has fallenGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: II. A Little Erotic: No. 1. HeatGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: II. A Little Erotic: No. 2. 2 interlaces bodiesGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: II. A Little Erotic: No. 3. Why should I not sequalGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: II. A Little Erotic: No. 4. TschastoushkaGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: III. Bitter Experience - Delight and Grief: No. 1. You took my heartGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: III. Bitter Experience - Delight and Grief: No. 2. Great MiseryGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: III. Bitter Experience - Delight and Grief: No. 3. PebblesGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: III. Bitter Experience - Delight and Grief: No. 4. A slender needleGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: III. Bitter Experience - Delight and Grief: No. 5. I knowGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: III. Bitter Experience - Delight and Grief: No. 6. Autumn flowers fadingGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: III. Bitter Experience - Delight and Grief: No. 7. In you I seekGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: III. Bitter Experience - Delight and Grief: No. 8. Your disappearancesGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: III. Bitter Experience - Delight and Grief: No. 9. Without youGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: III. Bitter Experience - Delight and Grief: No. 10. Love meGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: III. Bitter Experience - Delight and Grief: No. 11. AccountGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: III. Bitter Experience - Delight and Grief: No. 12. A playthingGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: III. Bitter Experience - Delight and Grief: No. 13. Why did you utterGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: III. Bitter Experience - Delight and Grief: No. 14. In the cloudbrustGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Poslaniya pokoynoy R.V. Trusovoy (Messages of the Late R.V. Troussova), Op. 17: III. Bitter Experience - Delight and Grief: No. 15. For everything… (Epilogue)György Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Márta Fábián, Budapest Chamber Ensemble, András Mihály
Stseni iz romana (Scenes from a Novel), Op. 19: No. 1. ComeGyörgy Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Andras Keller, Ferenc Csontos, Márta Fábián
Stseni iz romana (Scenes from a Novel), Op. 19: No. 2. From meeting to parting (a desperate lament)György Kurtág, Adrienne Csengery, Andras Keller, Ferenc Csontos, Márta Fábián
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