Description

Rolf Björling – Svensk Tenorsång: En Hyllning till Svenska Sånger / LP

SCLP 1049

Product Details:

Label: His Master's Voice
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Catalog Number: SCLP 1049
Country: Sweden
Released: 1966
Genre: Classical, Folk, World, & Country

Overview

Rolf Björling, a renowned Swedish tenor, offers a heartfelt tribute to the Swedish song tradition in this 1966 LP, showcasing some of the most beloved Swedish songs in his distinct and expressive style. Svensk Tenorsång is a delightful selection of folk-inspired ballads, hymns, and poems set to music, composed by Sweden’s finest talents.

This album captures the beauty of Swedish song through a blend of lyrical simplicity and emotional depth, allowing Björling’s powerful tenor voice to shine. The repertoire includes popular classics such as "Tonerna" by Carl S. Sjöberg, a staple of the Swedish tenor repertoire, and the serene "Morgon" by Ejnar Eklöf. With contributions from composers like Wilhelm Peterson-Berger, Gustaf Nordqvist, and Ivar Widéen, the album embodies the essence of Swedish folk music and lyrical tradition, bringing both familiar and lesser-known gems to a global audience.

Björling's commitment to presenting his country’s musical heritage is evident, as he introduces listeners to the range of Swedish vocal music, from haunting melodies like "Tallarna Barr" to the tender "I Drömmen Du Är Mig Nära." Each track is performed with sincerity, making this LP a key recording for fans of Swedish classical and folk traditions.

Track Listing:

Side A

Sjung Din Hela Längtan Ut! (Written by Ragnar Widestedt & Nils-Georg)
Tallarnas Barr (Serenad) (Written by Ivar Widéen & E. A. Karlfeldt)
Bland Skogens Höga Furustammar (Written by Wilhelm Peterson-Berger)
Melodi (Written by Per Lundkvist & Bo Bergman)
Bön (Tala, Älskade Tala) (Written by Gustaf Nordqvist & Anders Österling)
I Drömmen Du Är Mig Nära (Written by Emil Sjögren & Tor Hedberg)
Serenad (Written by Per Lundkvist & Bo Bergman)
- Featuring Rosalie Savin on Harp

Side B

Tonerna (Written by C. S. Sjöberg & E. G. Geijer)
Till Majdag (Written by Wilhelm Peterson-Berger & F. P. Jacobsen)
Som Stjärnorna På Himmelen (Written by Wilhelm Peterson-Berger)
När Jag För Mig Själv I Mörka Skogen Går (Written by Wilhelm Peterson-Berger)
Fjällvandring (Written by Wilhelm Peterson-Berger)
Morgon (Written by Ejnar Eklöf & K. G. Ossiannilsson)