¡H.W.Henze: Lieder von einer Insel, Orpheus Behind the Wave, Funf Madrigale
¡Marcus Creed (conductor), SWR Vokalensemble, Ensemble Modern
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[Machine Translation] This is a collection of choral works by the contemporary German composer Henze. Although Henze's popularity is concentrated on his large-format works, his vocal works with words reflect his "true voice," and are known as a valuable collection that offers a glimpse into Henze's artistic and philosophical thought, as well as his religious views. Among his works, "Orpheus of the Barbed Wire," a modern adaptation of the Greek myth "Orpheus and Eurydice" by the English playwright Edward Bond (1934- ), is one of his most popular works. Originally a working-class man, Bond began writing plays in his teens, and his shocking and violent stage plays caused controversy. The music by Henze is also atonal, but at times full of enchanting beauty. His early work, "Five Madrigals," is a simple, classicist piece that reflects Henze's experience of the war. Songs from an Island" also uses traditional expressions. All are difficult to perform, but the Southwest German Radio Choir and Ensemble Moderne, conducted by Creed, convey the full charm of the music.
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