Sándor Szokolay: Luther-Kantate, Confessio Augustana / Hungaroton LP Stereo 1984 

SLPX 12644

Product Details:

• Artist: Sándor Szokolay
• Album Title: Luther-Kantate, Confessio Augustana
• Label: Hungaroton – SLPX 12644
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
• Country: Hungary
• Released: 1984
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Neo-Classical

Overview

"Sándor Szokolay: Luther-Kantate, Confessio Augustana" is a significant classical album that features two major works composed and conducted by Sándor Szokolay. This 1984 release by Hungaroton showcases the talents of István Berczelly, the Lutherania Chor und Orchester, and the organist Gábor Trajtler. The compositions celebrate the rich tradition of Lutheran music and theology, bringing the historical and spiritual narratives to life through powerful orchestration and choral arrangements.

Product Features

• Classical Masterpiece: Two major works by Sándor Szokolay, highlighting Lutheran themes.
• Renowned Performers: Features baritone István Berczelly, the Lutherania Chor und Orchester, and organist Gábor Trajtler.
• High-Quality Vinyl: Produced by Hungaroton, known for its commitment to quality classical recordings.
• Historical Significance: The album's compositions are deeply rooted in the Lutheran Reformation, with texts from the Confessio Augustana.

Interesting Facts

• Sándor Szokolay: A prominent Hungarian composer, known for his contributions to contemporary classical music and his integration of Hungarian musical traditions.
• Luther-Kantate: This work for baritone solo, mixed choir, chamber orchestra, and organ spans nearly 30 minutes and explores the spiritual journey of Martin Luther.
• Confessio Augustana: Also known as the Augsburg Confession, this piece is a profound musical interpretation of the Lutheran faith's foundational document.
• Collaboration: The album features a collaboration of esteemed artists and engineers, including baritone István Berczelly and balance engineer Endre Radányi.
• Artwork: The front cover illustration is by Lucas Cranach the Elder, a notable Renaissance painter and a contemporary of Martin Luther.

Track Listing

Side A: Luther-Kantate (29:37)

1. Nr.1 Der Sucher
2. Nr.2 Der Kämpfer
3. Nr.3 Der Bekenner
4. Nr. 4 Der Wächter

Side B: Confessio Augustana (27:24)

1. No.1 Praefatio Ad Caesarem Carolum V (Vorrede An Kaiser Karl V)
2. No.2 De Deo (Von Gott)
3. No.3 De Peccato Originis (Von Der Erbsünde)
4. No.4 De Iustificatione (Von Der Rechtfertigung)
5. No.5 De Ecclesia (Von Der Kirche)
6. No.6 De Baptismo (Von Der Taufe)
7. No.7 De Coena Domini (Vom Heiligen Abendmahl)
8. No.8 De Christi Reditu Ad Iudicium (Von Der Wiederkunft Christi Zum Gericht)
9. No.9 De Cultu Sanctorum (Vom Dienst Der Heiligen)
10. No.10 Epilogus [Finale] (Beschluß)

Key Credits

• Baritone Vocals: István Berczelly
• Chorus Master: Jenő Weltler, Judit Hartyányi
• Composed By, Conductor, Liner Notes: Sándor Szokolay
• Design: Hungaroton
• Engineer [Balance Engineer]: Endre Radányi
• Illustration [Front Cover]: Lucas Cranach Sen.
• Orchestra, Choir: Lutherania Chor Und Orchester
• Organ: Gábor Trajtler
• Photography By: Zsuzsa G. Fábri
• Producer [Recording Producer]: Ibolya Tóth

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