Description

Jessye Norman - Schubert / Phillip Moll – Lieder / LP Vinyl

UPC 028941262318

Product Details

Label: Philips – 412 623-1
Series: Philips Digital Classics
Format: Vinyl, LP, Stereo
Country: Netherlands
Released: 1985
Genre: Classical

Overview

This album presents a remarkable collection of Franz Schubert's Lieder, performed by the iconic soprano Jessye Norman, with Phillip Moll accompanying on the piano. Recorded in London in April 1984, the LP offers a powerful representation of Schubert's lyrical genius, especially in his songs based on the works of Goethe, Claudius, and other esteemed poets of the time. Norman's soprano voice brings an expressive depth to each piece, paired with Moll’s sensitive piano interpretations.

The album includes some of Schubert's most well-known and deeply emotional songs, such as Der Musensohn, Erlkönig, and Gretchen am Spinnrade. The lyrics across these pieces reflect themes of nature, love, and death, with Schubert’s melodic inventiveness enhancing the poetic qualities of the texts. With performances of songs from the years 1814-1824, the album showcases the evolution of Schubert's songwriting, from youthful energy to a more reflective, profound style.

Track Listing

Side A

Der Musensohn Op.92/1 D 764 (Durch Feld und Wald zu schweifen) - Goethe – 1:54
Ganymed Op.19/3 D 544 (Wie im Morgenglanze) - Goethe – 4:23
Die Allmacht Op.79/2 D 852 (Groß ist Jehova der Herr!) - Pyrker – 4:54
Der Tod und das Mädchen Op.7/3 D 531 (Vorüber, ach, Vorüber!) - Claudius – 2:23
Erlkönig Op.1 D 328 (Wer reitet so spät durch Nacht und Wind?) - Goethe – 3:59
Gretchen am Spinnrade Op.2 D 118 (Meine Ruh ist hin) - Goethe – 3:40

Side B

An die Natur D 372 (Süße heilige Natur) - Stolberg – 2:11
Der Zwerg Op.22/1 D 771 (Im trüben Licht verschwinden schon die Berge) - Collin – 5:12
Rastlose Liebe Op.5/1 D 138 (Dem Schnee, dem Regen) - Goethe – 1:14
Auf dem See Op.92/2 D 543 (Und frische Nahrung) - Goethe – 3:12
Auflösung D 807 (Verbirg dich, Sonne) - Mayrhofer – 2:10
Suleika I Op.14/1 D 720 (Was bedeutet die Bewegung?) - Willemer – 5:53