Alexander Krein – Songs From The Ghetto, and other chamber music / ASV Digital Audio CD 2003 / CD DCA 1154

UPC 743625115420

Product Details

• Title: Alexander Krein – Songs From The Ghetto, and other chamber music
• Label: ASV Digital – CD DCA 1154
• Format: CD
• Country: UK & Europe
• Released: 2003
• Genre: Classical

Description

"Alexander Krein – Songs From The Ghetto, and other chamber music" is a profound exploration of the Jewish musical heritage through the lens of classical chamber music. This CD, released in 2003, features a selection of works by Soviet composer Alexander Abramovich Krein, who drew inspiration from his Jewish roots to create compositions that are both evocative and deeply moving. The album includes the poignant "Three Songs From The Ghetto," as well as a variety of other pieces that showcase Krein's unique ability to blend traditional Jewish melodies with classical forms.

Track List

1. Elegy (5:17)
2. Jewish Melody Op.43 (3:33)
3. Three Songs From The Ghetto, Op. 29: Be For Me A Mother (3:07)
4. Where Are You (3:06)
5. Tears Welled Up (3:26)
6. Poeme Quator Op.9 (18:57)
7. Two Hebrew Songs, Op. 39: Lullaby (1:48)
8. May (1:17)
9. Five Preludes, Op.3: I Andante (1:37)
10. II Lento - Meno Mosso (1:35)
11. III Andantino (1:14)
12. IV Andantino (1:57)
13. V - Lento Poco Piu' Che Mosso (1:34)
14. Aria, Op.41
15. Jewish Sketches, Op.12: I Lento - Piu' Mosso (4:56)
16. Andante Con Anima (3:36)
17. Allegro moderato (3:02)

Interesting

Alexander Krein was a pivotal figure in the Jewish music renaissance in Russia, and his works reflect a deep connection to his cultural identity. His compositions are celebrated for their emotional depth and the seamless integration of Jewish folk elements into classical music structures.

Key Credits

• Cello: Joseph Spooner
• Clarinet: Elizabeth Drew
• Composed By: Alexander Krein
• Ensemble: Almira String Quartet
• Mezzo-soprano Vocals: Loré Lixenberg
• Piano: Jonathan Powell
• Viola: David Aspin
• Violin: Adam Summerhayes, Ian Davidson, Simon Chalk