Schumann, Franz and Brahms Lieder
A wonderful recital by two of Germany’s top musicians, Stephen Loges (baritone) and Alexander Schmalz (piano). Both well -loved songs such as Brahms’ “Lullaby” ( Cradle Song) and Schumann’s magnificent Dichterliebe, and also lesser known but equally worthy Heine settings by Robert Franz.
Track Listing
-
Robert Schumann:
- Dichterliebe, op. 48 - I. Im wunderschonen Monat Mai (1:31)
- Dichterliebe, op. 48 - II. Aus meinen Tranen spriessen (0:57)
- Dichterliebe, op. 48 - III. Die Rose, die Lilie, die Taube (0:43)
- Dichterliebe, op. 48 - IV. Wenn ich in deine Augen seh' (1:56)
- Dichterliebe, op. 48 - VIII. Ich will meine Seele tauchen (0:58)
- Dichterliebe, op. 48 - VI. Im Rhein, im heiligen Strome (2:30)
- Dichterliebe, op. 48 - VII. Ich grolle nicht (1:29)
- Dichterliebe, op. 48 - VIII. Und wussten's dei Blumen (1:22)
- Dichterliebe, op. 48 - IX. Das ist ein Floten und Geigen (1:30)
- Dichterliebe, op. 48 - X. Hor'ich das Liedchen klingen (2:14)
- Dichterliebe, op. 48 - XI. Ein Jungling liebt ein Madchen (1:08)
- Dichterliebe, op. 48 - XII. Am leuchtenden Sommermorgen (2:41)
- Dichterliebe, op. 48 - XIII. Ich hab' im Traum geweinet (2:35)
- Dichterliebe, op. 48 - XIV. Allnachtlich im Traume (1:28)
- Dichterliebe, op. 48 - XV. Aus alten Marchen (2:45)
- Dichterliebe, op. 48 - XVI. Die alten, bosen Lieder (4:56)
- Dein Angesicht, op. 127, no. 2 (2:36)
- Lehn' deine Wang', op. 142, no. 2 (0:47)
- Es leuchtet meine Liebe,op. 127, no. 3 (2:02)
- Mien Wagen rollet langsam, op. 142, no. 4 (3:31) Robert Franz:
- Im wunderschonen Monat Mai, op. 25 no. 5 (1:38)
- Am leuchtenden Sommermorgen, op. 11 no. 2 (1:47)
- Und wussten's die Blumen, op. 12 no. 6 (1:36)
- Ich hab' im Traume geweinet, op. 25 no. 3 (1:37)
- Allnachtlich im Traume, op. 9 no. 4 (1:40)
- Im Rhein, im heiligen Strome. Op. 18 no. 2 (1:57) Johannes Brahms:
- Meine Liebe ist grun, op. 63 no. 5 (1:45)
- Wenn um den Hollunder, op. 63 no. 6 (2:50)
- Versunken, op. 86 no. 5 (2:19)
- Funf Lieder, op. 49 - no. 1 Am Sonntag Morgen (1:17)
- Funf Lieder, op. 49 - no. 2 An ein Veilchen (3:03)
- Funf Lieder, op. 49 - no.3 Sehnsucht (1:52)
- Funf Lieder, op. 49 - no. 4 Wiegenlied (2:11)
- Funf Lieder, op. 49 - no. 5 Abenddammerung (4:33)
Reviews
“Loges delivers a musically rich performance highlighted by flawless diction, impeccable musicianship, elegant vocalism, and pliant idiomatic musicality, greatly helped by his superbly capable partner, Alexander Schmalcz. Loge’s pliant and burnished voice is eminently suited to this repertory. That sort of vocal sound coupled to the pianistic brilliance of Schmalcz is all this listener asks for and this CD delivers from start to finish.
” —Rafael de Acha
“Loges is a sensitive interpreter, beautifully recorded with a warm toned piano behind him – his hushed singing of the second stanza of [the Brahms Lullaby] showing him at his finest
” —Christopher Howell
“Loges sings with sensitivity to the text [and is] best suited to the more sombre sound of Brahms. A chance to hear [Franz’s] music sung by a good singer
” —R. Moore
“[Loge’s singing quality] is very beautiful.. Alexander Schmalcz is a very fine accompanist. This is a great release all round
” —Althouse
“a consistent, thought-through interpretation… reinforces the intensity of approach… an admirable stroke of planning [to include the Franz songs]. Loges and his admirable partner are beautifully recorded.. [a] stimulating recital
” —Piers Burton-Page
“exceptional performances, excellent recordings.. beautifully presented account of Dichterliebe. The revelation comes with the Robert Franz settings…each an individual vocal jewel.
” —Denby Richards
![19 September brings Gerard McChrystal & Richard Shaw's recording of Edward Cowie: Because They Have Songs! Listen to the first track today on #AppleMusicClassical and more: listn.fm/becausetheyhavesongs [in bio]](https://scontent-dfw5-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/538972555_18288426868283342_5911419903410525110_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=ClaN-8cyw04Q7kNvwFt2AFK&_nc_oc=AdmKVitDRqLPC3tvm2pfuDIiWpVuBgF6a-P8bKApdT6oQvGH-4XUOWO6Intyz7EGN9A&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-dfw5-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=6lqkDV220rv9DCGYhjkIEA&oh=00_AfYVyQ12_X8-pKL-EFJ6d7rGmTs-kQtPoz6dj7j0G9Z50Q&oe=68C10E3F)
