David Lang's "The Little Match Girl Passion" is a captivating exploration of Hans Christian Andersen's poignant tale, reimagined through the lens of free jazz. Released on May 12, 2009, under the Harmonia Mundi label, this album spans a compelling hour and five minutes, offering a unique blend of musical storytelling and improvisational freedom. Lang, known for his innovative compositions, delves into the raw and evocative narrative of the little match girl, transforming her story into a hauntingly beautiful musical experience. The album's 18 tracks, each titled after a segment of the story, guide the audience through a journey of sorrow, hope, and resilience. Lang's work is not just a retelling but a profound meditation on suffering and redemption, set against a backdrop of free jazz's uncharted territories. This album is a testament to Lang's ability to merge classical structures with the spontaneity of jazz, creating a sound that is both deeply moving and utterly original.
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Tracks
the little match girl passion: come, daughterDavid Lang, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
the little match girl passion: it was terribly coldDavid Lang, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
the little match girl passion: dearest heartDavid Lang, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
the little match girl passion: in an old apronDavid Lang, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
the little match girl passion: penance and remorseDavid Lang, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
the little match girl passion: lights were shiningDavid Lang, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
the little match girl passion: patience, patience!David Lang, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
the little match girl passion: ah! perhapsDavid Lang, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
the little match girl passion: have mercy, my godDavid Lang, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
the little match girl passion: she lighted another matchDavid Lang, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
the little match girl passion: from the sixth hourDavid Lang, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
the little match girl passion: she again rubbed a matchDavid Lang, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
the little match girl passion: when it is time for me to goDavid Lang, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
the little match girl passion: in the dawn of morningDavid Lang, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
the little match girl passion: we sit and cryDavid Lang, Theatre Of Voices, Paul Hillier
for love is strongDavid Lang, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Paul Hillier
I lieDavid Lang, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Paul Hillier
evening morning dayDavid Lang, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Paul Hillier
again (after ecclesiastes)David Lang, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Paul Hillier
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