Dive into the enchanting world of Christian Sinding's vocal compositions with this captivating album, "Sinding: Songs." Released on March 25, 1999, this collection showcases the Norwegian composer's mastery of songwriting, spanning a variety of moods and themes. With a duration of 56 minutes, the album is a perfect introduction to Sinding's lyrical and expressive style, which blends romanticism with a distinctly Scandinavian sensibility.
The album features a diverse range of pieces, from the delicate and introspective "Vaardag (Spring Day)" to the lively and rhythmic "Den Jomfru gik i Valmu-Vang (The Maiden in the Poppy Field)." Sinding's ability to evoke vivid imagery and deep emotion through his music is evident in every track. The album also includes settings of texts by notable poets such as V. Krag, C. Ewald, and R. Hamerling, demonstrating Sinding's skill in translating poetic nuance into musical form.
Sinding's compositions are characterized by their rich harmonies, melodic inventiveness, and sensitive treatment of the voice. The album offers a comprehensive overview of his song output, including pieces from his early works like "Alte Weisen, Op. 1" to his later compositions such as "4 Digte, Op. 128." The inclusion of songs from "Lieder aus Des Knaben Wunderhorn, Op. 15" adds a touch of folk-like simplicity and charm, showcasing Sinding's versatility.
This Naxos release is a testament to Christian Sinding's enduring appeal and his significant contribution to the vocal repertoire. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Sinding's music or a newcomer looking to explore his works, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
6 Sange, Op. 18 (text by V. Krag): Der skreg en fugl [a Bird Cried], Op. 18, No. 5Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
Fra var til host, Op. 36: Det er Sommerkvaeld som da (It Is a Summer Evening as Before), Op. 36, No. 7Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
14 Danske viser og sange, Op. 50 (text by C. Ewald): Den Jomfru gik i Valmu-Vang [the Maiden in the Poppy Field], Op. 50, No. 5Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
14 Danske viser og sange, Op. 50 (text by C. Ewald): Det var sig den lille Hone [There Once was a Little Hen], Op. 50, No. 1Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
14 Danske viser og sange, Op. 50 (text by C. Ewald): Valmu i Vange [Poppy in the Field], Op. 50, No. 6Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
14 Danske viser og sange, Op. 50 (text by e. Brandes): Herrens moder, hoje, milde [Mother of God, Exhalted, Mild], Op. 50, No. 11Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
14 Danske viser og sange, Op. 50 (text by C. Ewald): Flyver en bange Fugl af Lung [a Frightened Bird Flies from the Grove], Op. 50, No. 2Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
4 Digte, Op. 128: Der flakker sa rode stjerner (the stars shine so red), Op. 128, No. 1Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
4 Digte, Op. 128: Den sorte vin (the Dark Wine), Op. 128, No. 3Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
7 Gedichte, Op. 77: Im Walde liegt ein stiller See (In Forest Lies a Calm Lake), Op. 77, No. 2Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
Lieder aus Des Knaben Wunderhorn, Op. 15: Maria Gnadenmutter (Mary, Mother of Mercy), Op. 15, No. 1Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
Lieder aus Des Knaben Wunderhorn, Op. 15: Wiegenlied (Lullaby), Op. 15, No. 5Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
6 Lieder und Gesänge, Op. 11 (text by R. Hamerling): Viel Traume [Many Dreams], Op. 11, No. 4Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
6 Lieder und Gesänge, Op. 11 (text by G. Keller, R. Hamerling and L. Holty): Ein Weib [a Woman], Op. 11, No. 5Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
6 Lieder und Gesänge, Op. 11 (text by G. Keller): Schifferlied [Boat-Song], Op. 11, No. 1Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
Alte Weisen, Op. 1: Wie glanzt der helle Mond (How the Bright Moon Shines), Op. 1, No. 5Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
Alte Weisen, Op. 1: Mir glanzen die Augen (My Eyes Shine), Op. 1, No. 1Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
Alte Weisen, Op. 1: Ros'chen biss den Apfel an (Little Rose Bit into the Apple), Op. 1, No. 4Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
Alte Weisen, Op. 1: Ich furcht' nit Gespenster (I Fear No Ghosts), Op. 1, No. 3Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
Alte Weisen, Op. 1: Alle meine Weisheit (All My Wisdom), Op. 1, No. 4Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
7 Gedichte, Op. 85: Das Lied vom Bisschen Sonnenschein (Song of a Little Sunshine), Op. 85, No. 6Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
Lieder aus Des Knaben Wunderhorn, Op. 15: Es starben zwei Schwestern (Two Sisters Died), Op. 15, No. 3Christian Sinding, Bodil Arnesen, Erling Ragnar Eriksen
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