Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Per Nørgård's "Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen / Sorensen: Den Lille Havfrue," a mesmerizing blend of neoclassical and avant-garde compositions that will challenge and delight your senses. Released on July 1, 2006, under the Dacapo label, this album is a testament to Nørgård's unique musical vision and his ability to weave intricate narratives through sound.
The album is divided into two main sections, each offering a distinct auditory experience. The first part, "Lygtemaendene tager til byen" (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town), is a dramatic and atmospheric exploration of a fantastical tale. With scenes ranging from "The Man Who Knew Fairy Tales" to "The Marsh Witch's Account," Nørgård crafts a rich and immersive soundscape that draws you into a world of mystery and enchantment. The second part, "Den lille havfrue" (The Little Mermaid), is a trio of pieces that evoke the eerie beauty of the sea, from the tumultuous "Stormen" (The Storm) to the ethereal "Stilheden" (The Silence).
With a duration of just over an hour, this album is a journey through the depths of Nørgård's imagination, showcasing his mastery of composition and his ability to create music that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant. Whether you're a seasoned fan of neoclassical and avant-garde music or a curious newcomer, "Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen / Sorensen: Den Lille Havfrue" is an album that demands to be heard and experienced.
2006 Dacapo2006 Dacapo
Tracks
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Prolog (Prologue) (Chorus, The Woman, The Man)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 1, "Manden som vidste eventyr" (The Man Who Knew Fairy Tales) (Narrator, The Woman, Chorus)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 2, "Eventyrjagt og skumringstime" (Fairy Tale Hunt and Twilight Hour) (Narrator, Chorus, Marsh Witch)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 3, "Konen der kiggede ind - i 1. sals hojde" (The Woman Who Peered in - Upstairs) (Narrator, Marsh WItch)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 4, "En dyster invitation, 'Kom med'" (An Ominous Invitation, 'Come join us') (Marsh Witch, Chorus)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 5, "Indbrud fra virkeligheden, 'Sa vagn da op, mand'" (A Break-in from Reality, 'Wake up, will you?') (Marsh Witch, Chorus)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 6, "Mosekonens beretning" (The Marsh Witch's Account) (Narrator, Marsh Witch, Will-o'-the-Wisps)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 7, "Da manen stod pa slem" (When the Moon Boded Ill) (Marsh Witch, Narrator, Will-o'-the-Wisps)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 8, "Sa er de her" (Here They Are now) (Will-o'-the-Wisps, Chorus, Children's Chorus, Marsh Witch, The Man, The Woman)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 9, "(U-)morale" (Moral (not!)) (Will-o'-the-Wisps, The Woman, The Man, Narrator)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Scene 10, "Rapport fra eventyrland" (Report from a Fairy-tale Land) (Marsh Witch, Narrator)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Lygtemaendene tager til byen (The Will-o'-the-Wisps Go to Town): Epilog (Epilogue) (Chorus, The Woman, The Man)Per Nørgård, Inger Dam-Jensen, Ylva Kihlberg, Helene Gjerris, Gert Henning-Jensen, Bo Kristian Jensen, Jens Albinus, Ars Nova Copenhagen, Danish National Children's Choir, Danish National Junior Choir, Sol og Mane, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Den lille havfrue (The Little Mermaid): I. Stormen (The Storm) (chorus, soprano, tenor)Bent Sørensen, Inger Dam-Jensen, Gert Henning-Jensen, Danish National Girls Choir, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Den lille havfrue (The Little Mermaid): II. Stilheden (The Silence) (chorus, soprano, tenor)Bent Sørensen, Inger Dam-Jensen, Gert Henning-Jensen, Danish National Girls Choir, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Den lille havfrue (The Little Mermaid): III. Festen (The Celebration) (chorus, soprano, tenor)Bent Sørensen, Inger Dam-Jensen, Gert Henning-Jensen, Danish National Girls Choir, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
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