Poul Reumert – Guldhornene / Hakon Jarl, Terje Vigen / LP Vinyl

LPX 35008

Product Features

• Language: Danish
• Format: LP (Vinyl Record)
• Composer: I.P.E. Hartmann, Adam Oehlenschläger
• Performers: Poul Reumert, Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra
• Genre: Classical/Narrative Poetry
• Label: LPX 35008

Overview

Adam Oehlenschläger: Guldhornene
One of Danish literature's most iconic works, Guldhornene is a poetic masterpiece marking the beginning of the Romantic era in Denmark. Oehlenschläger created this compelling piece in 1802 after a life-changing conversation with the philosopher Henrik Steffens. The poem recounts the tale of the lost golden horns from ancient Denmark, blending mythological grandeur with human introspection. Through vivid imagery and stirring language, Oehlenschläger explores themes of divine revelation, human fallibility, and the fleeting nature of greatness.

The accompanying music by I.P.E. Hartmann, originally composed as Opus 9, adds depth to the poetic narrative. Though Hartmann was at the beginning of his compositional journey, his melodies resonate with the Nordic spirit, complementing Oehlenschläger’s vivid imagery.

Adam Oehlenschläger: Hakon Jarl
Published in Digte (1805), Hakon Jarl captures the essence of Oehlenschläger's creative peak. The poem vividly depicts the Viking hero’s moral struggle and eventual demise. Oehlenschläger’s linguistic dexterity, coupled with his admiration for Norse traditions, shines through this narrative, which inspired one of his first Nordic tragedies, Hakon Jarl hin Rige.

Henrik Ibsen: Terje Vigen
Henrik Ibsen’s Terje Vigen (1861) reflects a contrasting emotional tone—a tale born out of personal struggles and societal introspection. The narrative recounts the life of a fisherman who risks everything during the Napoleonic Wars to save his family, only to face tragedy and redemption. Ibsen’s evocative storytelling captures the essence of resilience, moral fortitude, and forgiveness, offering a window into the complexities of the human soul.

Reumert’s dramatic recital, accompanied by the Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra, elevates these literary gems, blending poetry and music into an unforgettable auditory experience.

Key Credits

• Narrator: Poul Reumert
• Composer: I.P.E. Hartmann
• Poets: Adam Oehlenschläger, Henrik Ibsen
• Orchestra: Danish Radio Symphony Orchestra

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