Adolf Fredrik Lindblad: Drömmarne / Swedish Society Discofil LP Stereo

SLT 33188

Radiokören, Eric Ericson, Jan Eyron (piano), Sanger au Alfvén, Lundvik, Hedar, Lindberg och Malmfors 

Product Features

• Label: Swedish Society Discofil – SLT 33188
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Stereo
• Country: Sweden
• Released: 1968
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Neo-Romantic, Modern

Overview

"Drömmarne" is a beautifully crafted album featuring works by Adolf Fredrik Lindblad and other renowned Swedish composers, performed by the esteemed Radiokören under the direction of Eric Ericson. This 1968 release by Swedish Society Discofil showcases the Neo-Romantic and Modern styles, bringing to life the rich and evocative compositions through powerful choral performances and exquisite piano accompaniment by Jan Eyron.

Interesting Facts

• Diverse Compositions: The album features a variety of works, from the dreamy "Drömmarne" by Lindblad to the lyrical pieces by Hugo Alfvén, Hildor Lundvik, Josef Hedar, Oskar Lindberg, and Åke Malmfors.
• Prominent Performers: Radiokören, one of Sweden's premier choirs, delivers stellar performances under the expert baton of Eric Ericson.
• Historical Context: The album offers a glimpse into Swedish classical music of the 19th and 20th centuries, highlighting the contributions of both well-known and lesser-known composers.

Track Listing

Side A

• Drömmarne - 16:25
  Composed By – Adolf Fredrik Lindblad
  Lyrics By – Thekla Knös
  Piano – Jan Eyron

Side B

1. Aftonen - 3:58
   Composed By – Hugo Alfvén
   Lyrics By – Herman Sätherberg

2. Det Första Vårregnet - 1:53
   Composed By – Hildor Lundvik
   Lyrics By – Vilhelm Ekelund

3. Musik - 2:57
   Composed By – Josef Hedar
   Lyrics By – Vilhelm Ekelund

4. Pingst - 2:00
   Composed By – Oskar Lindberg
   Lyrics By – Oscar Levertin

5. Wiegenlied - 1:40
   Composed By – Åke Malmfors
   Lyrics By – Des Knaben Wunderhorn

6. Scherzlied - 1:10
   Composed By – Åke Malmfors
   Lyrics By – Des Knaben Wunderhorn

7. Mångård - 3:05
   Composed By – Åke Malmfors
   Lyrics By – Sigfrid Siewertz

8. I Fjärran Dis - 2:55
   Composed By – Åke Malmfors
   Lyrics By – Sigfrid Siewertz

Key Credits

• Choir: Radiokören
• Conductor: Eric Ericson
• Piano: Jan Eyron
• Engineer: Helmut Mühle
• Illustration: Jakob Götzenberger
• Layout: Arne Eriksson
• Producer: Eskil Hemberg
• Sleeve Notes: Nils Castegren

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