Kindertotenlieder & Rckert Lieder - Lieder aus der Jugendzeit / LP Vinyl Bell 175Product DetailsFormat: Digital recordingCatalog Number: Bell 175 Stereo ARecording: Recorded March 21-22, 1983, and February 29, 1984, at Sveriges Radio, Stockholm and MalmLayout: Kiki BerlinLabel: Bluebell of SwedenOverviewThis stunning digital recording features contralto Birgit Finnil and pianist Geoffrey Parsons performing two of Gustav Mahlers most emotionally powerful song cycles:KindertotenliederandRckert Lieder, as well as selections fromLieder aus der Jugendzeit.Mahler'sKindertotenlieder, a collection of songs set to poems by Friedrich Rckert, is one of the most poignant works in the art song repertoire. The cycle deals with the tragic theme of child loss, inspired by Rckerts own mourning for his children. Mahler, who had also suffered profound personal loss in his life, brings an unparalleled depth to these songs. Finnils rich contralto voice brings the profound sorrow of these works to life, with Geoffrey Parsons providing sensitive and expressive piano accompaniment.TheRckert Liederrepresent a more intimate side of Mahlers emotional range, touching on themes of love, solitude, and spiritual yearning. These songs, composed between 1901 and 1904, reveal Mahlers personal reflections on life, love, and faith. TheLieder aus der Jugendzeitoffer a glimpse into Mahlers earlier compositional style, showcasing youthful optimism and personal expression.Track ListingA. Kindertotenlieder (Friedrich Rckert)Nun will die Sonn' so hell aufgehen! 4:54Nun seh' ich wohl, warum so dunkle Flammen 4:20Wenn dein Mtterlein 4:01Oft denk ich, sie sind nur ausgegangen! 2:48In diesem Wetter 5:37B. Fnf Rckert Lieder (Friedrich Rckert)Ich atmet einen linden Duft 6:18Liebst du um Schnheit? 6:42Um Mitternacht 6:18Blicke mir nicht in die Lieder! 1:23Ich bin der Welt abhanden gekommen 6:42Nicht wiedersehen 4:45Starke Einbildungskraft 1:06Key CreditsContralto: Birgit FinnilPiano: Geoffrey ParsonsComposer: Gustav MahlerProducer: Frank HedmanRecording Engineer: Sylve SjbergPhotography: Jan BorgfeltLayout: Kiki BerlinBox #150