Description

Johannes Brahms Quartette Für Vier Singstimmen Mit Klavierbegleitung Op.31, 64, 92, 112 Nr. 1-2, Quartets For Four Voices And Piano - Kammerchor Stuttgart, Frieder Bernius, Andreas Rothkopf (piano) / Intercord LP Stereo, Mono 1983

INT 160.847

Label: Intercord – INT 160.847
Format: Vinyl, LP
Country: Germany
Released: 1983
Genre: Classical
Style: Romantic

Overview:

This vinyl recording of Brahms' Quartette Für Vier Singstimmen Mit Klavierbegleitung (Quartets for Four Voices and Piano) showcases the composer’s romantic style, performed by the renowned Kammerchor Stuttgart under the direction of Frieder Bernius, accompanied by pianist Andreas Rothkopf. The album features a selection of quartets from Op. 31, 64, 92, and 112, combining intricate vocal harmonies with a rich piano accompaniment. These quartets, set to the works of famous poets such as Goethe, Schiller, and Daumer, bring Brahms' sensitivity to the human voice and poetic lyricism to life. This rare 1983 Intercord LP is a valuable addition for lovers of Brahms and Romantic choral music.

Interesting Facts:

Johannes Brahms composed these quartets as part of his exploration of vocal chamber music, combining profound texts with complex musical structures.
The Kammerchor Stuttgart, founded by Frieder Bernius, is known for its precise and expressive interpretations of both classical and modern choral music.
The texts of these quartets are based on poems by famous poets like J.W. von Goethe, F. Schiller, and F. Hebbel, reflecting the deep Romantic tradition of intertwining music and literature.
The album cover features a painting by Arnold Böcklin, a Swiss Symbolist painter, adding a layer of artistic value to this beautiful LP.

Track Listing:

Side A:

Wechsellied Zum Tanz (Dancing Song Of Changing Moods, Op. 31,1) - 6:08
Words by J.W. von Goethe
Neckereien (Teasing, Op. 31,2) - 2:16
Words by J. Wenzig
Der Gang Zum Liebchen (The Way To The Beloved, Op. 31,3) - 2:22
Words by J. Wenzig
An Die Heimat (To The Homeland, Op. 64,1) - 6:07
Words by C.O. Sternau
Der Abend (The Evening, Op. 64,2) - 4:28
Words by F. Schiller
Fragen (Questions, Op. 64,3) - 3:38
Words by G.F. Daumer