Description
Book Of Remembrance - Choir of the Rabbinical Seminary (Budapest) / Aegon Audio CD 1996
PRECD 9811
Made in Hungary
Product Details
- Label: Aegon – PRECD 9811
- Format: CD, Album
- Country: Hungary
- Released: 1996
- Genre: Classical, Choral
- Style: Jewish Choral Music, Liturgical
Overview
Book of Remembrance is a poignant collection of Jewish choral works performed by the Choir of the Rabbinical Seminary in Budapest, under the direction of conductor Ádám Mária. Released in 1996 by Aegon, this album presents a series of sacred compositions, including psalms, prayers, and festive songs from the Jewish liturgical tradition.
The album begins with Unethiane Tokef, a haunting rendition of a prayer traditionally recited during the High Holidays, followed by several psalms set to beautiful choral arrangements, such as 103rd Psalm and 116th Psalm, composed by renowned Jewish liturgical composers like Lewandowski and Sulzer. The choir’s performance is complemented by the stunning vocal contributions of Fekete László (bass), Hiszem Júlla (alto), and Kiss Márta (soprano), among others.
The inclusion of Chanukah Chassid Songs and A Ballad of a Jewish Warrior adds a unique touch to this sacred collection, offering a reflection of Jewish culture, history, and spirituality. This album is an exceptional representation of Jewish choral music, providing listeners with a deep, emotive journey through sacred melodies.
Track Listing
- Blumenthal - Ádám: Unöszáne Tajkef / Unethiane Tokef – 8:00
- L. Levandowszkij: Má Tajvu / Mah Tovu – 3:34
- L. Lewandowskj: 103. Zsoltár / 103rd Psalm – 1:46
- L. Lewandowskj: 116. Zsoltár / 116th Psalm – 3:55
- L. Nomburg: 117. Zsoltár / 117th Psalm – 1:02
- Ádám Emil: 133. Zsoltár / 133rd Psalm – 1:56
- S. Sulzer: Adajn Ajlom / Adayn Aylom – 3:42
- S. Almann: Szőfirász HoAjmer / Sefiras HaOmer – 4:43
- Ádám Emil: Hámávdil / Hamavdil – 5:00
- Rónai Ádám István: Három Chanukai Chászid Dal / Three Chassid Songs for Chanukah – 1:22
- Ádám Emil: Zugcse Rebbenyu / Zugche Rebenu – 3:05
- Ádám Emil: Szimchu Birusolájim / Simhu Birushalaim – 1:22
- Király László: Zsidó Katona-Ballada / A Ballad of a Jewish Warrior – 5:27
Key Credits
- Conductor: Ádám Mária
- Bass: Fekete László
- Alt: Hiszem Júlla
- Soprano: Kiss Márta, Münczné Kéval Zsuzsa
