Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Marian Anderson with "The Rich Voice of Marian Anderson," a captivating collection of spirituals, classical pieces, and sacred music. Released on December 6, 2019, this album showcases the extraordinary range and depth of Anderson's voice, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes.
The tracklist is a testament to Anderson's versatility, featuring works from renowned composers such as Johannes Brahms, Johann Sebastian Bach, George Frideric Handel, and traditional spirituals. Highlights include the profound "Four Serious Songs" by Brahms, the moving "Erbarme Dich" from Bach's "St. Matthew Passion," and the uplifting "He Shall Feed His Flock" from Handel's "Messiah." Anderson's renditions of spirituals like "I Want Jesus to Walk with Me" and "My Soul's Been Anchored in the Lord" are particularly noteworthy, showcasing her ability to infuse each piece with deep emotion and spiritual resonance.
Recorded under the Editions Audiovisuel Beulah label, this album is a celebration of Marian Anderson's enduring legacy as one of the most celebrated vocalists of the 20th century. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Anderson's work or a newcomer to her artistry, "The Rich Voice of Marian Anderson" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the power and beauty of her voice.
(C) 2019 Editions Audiovisuel Beulah(P) 2019 Editions Audiovisuel Beulah
Tracks
Alto Rhapsody, Op. 53Johannes Brahms, Marian Anderson, Pierre Monteux, San Francisco Symphony
5 Lieder, Op. 105 No. 2: Immer Leiser Wird Mein SchlummerJohannes Brahms, Marian Anderson, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Four Serious Songs, Op. 121 No. 1: Denn Es Gehet Dem MenschenJohannes Brahms, Marian Anderson
Four Serious Songs, Op. 121 No. 2: Ich Wandte MichJohannes Brahms, Marian Anderson
Four Serious Songs, Op. 121 No. 3: O TodJohannes Brahms, Marian Anderson
Four Serious Songs, Op. 121 No. 4: Wenn Ich Mit MenschenJohannes Brahms, Marian Anderson
St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244 No. 2: 47. Erbarme DichJohann Sebastian Bach, Marian Anderson, Robert Shaw, RCA Victor Sinfonietta
Messiah, HWV 56 No. 1: 20. He Shall Feed His FlockGeorge Frideric Handel, Marian Anderson, Charles O'Connell, RCA Victor Orchestra
He's Got the Whole World in His HandsTraditional, Marian Anderson
I Want Jesus to Walk with MeTraditional, Marian Anderson
Oh, Didn't It RainTraditional, Marian Anderson
I Am Bound for the KingdomTraditional, Marian Anderson
Oh, Wasn't Dat a Wide RibberTraditional, Marian Anderson
Lord I Can't Stay AwayTraditional, Marian Anderson
My Soul's Been Anchored in the LordTraditional, Marian Anderson
Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless ChildTraditional, Marian Anderson
Done Foun' My Los' SheepTraditional, Marian Anderson
Behold That StarTraditional, Marian Anderson
I Stood on De Ribber Ob JerdonTraditional, Marian Anderson