Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Swedish choral music with Hugo Alfvén's "Papillon - Works for Mixed Choir A cappella." This enchanting collection, released on October 14, 2022, under the Swedish Society label, showcases Alfvén's mastery of choral composition. Spanning just under 47 minutes, the album features a diverse range of pieces, from traditional Swedish folk songs to original compositions, all performed a cappella by a mixed choir. Highlights include the delicate "Papillon," the festive "Julhymn," and the hauntingly beautiful "Vedergällningen." Alfvén's intricate harmonies and melodic inventiveness shine throughout, offering a rich and rewarding listening experience. Whether you're a seasoned fan of choral music or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a captivating exploration of Hugo Alfvén's enduring musical legacy.
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Tracks
PapillonHugo Alfvén, Gustaf Alexanderson, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg
StemningHugo Alfvén, Jens Peter Jacobsen, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg
En visa om Barnens Ö på Barnens DagHugo Alfvén, Cyrus Granér, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg
TaltrastenHugo Alfvén, Kerstin Hed, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg
Anders, han var en hurtiger drängHugo Alfvén, C. Ekeman, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg
JulhymnHugo Alfvén, Edvard Evers, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg
Klang min vackra bjällraHugo Alfvén, Zacharias Topelius, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg
JulsångHugo Alfvén, Knut Nyblom, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg
Som stjärnan uppå himmelen så klarHugo Alfvén, trad, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg
Herr Olof i älvornas dansHugo Alfvén, trad, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg
Tjuv och tjuv, det ska du hetaHugo Alfvén, trad, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg
Duvans sång på liljekvistHugo Alfvén, trad, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Terese Antonsson, Erik Westberg
Vallvisa från Älvdalen; Limu, limu, limaaHugo Alfvén, trad, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg
Uti vår hageHugo Alfvén, trad, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg
Rosor och violerHugo Alfvén, trad, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg
Å inte vill jag sörjaHugo Alfvén, trad, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg
VedergällningenHugo Alfvén, Erik Blomberg, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Terese Antonsson, Andreas E. Olsson, Erik Westberg
VaggvisaHugo Alfvén, Erik Blomberg, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg
AftonenHugo Alfvén, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg, Herman Satherberg
Och jungfrun hon går i ringenHugo Alfvén, trad, Erik Westberg Vocal Ensemble, Erik Westberg
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