Description
Szvorák Vokál – A Capella / REP Audio CD 2013 / REP 030
UPC 5999538426107
Made in Hungary
Product Features
- Label: REP – REP 030
- Format: CD, Album
- Country: Hungary
- Released: 2013
- Genre: Folk, World, & Country
- Style: Folk, Népzene
Overview
This album, Szvorák Vokál – A Capella, showcases the purity of human voice as the oldest and most honest instrument. Vocalists Katalin Szvorák, Johanna Orbán, Julianna Paár, and Sára Tímár breathe new life into Hungarian folk melodies, blending their voices with traditional songs from neighboring nations. The a cappella performances carry messages from a broader homeland, embodying the spirit and faith of various minority groups that uphold the "vox humana" mission. These are not just renditions; they are vibrant recreations that preserve cultural heritage while reviving it for modern listeners.
Interesting Facts
- The album features Hungarian folk songs alongside Slovak, Serbian, and Czech folk influences, creating a multicultural listening experience.
- Szvorák Katalin, the driving force behind the project, arranged and compiled the album, merging historical elements with contemporary artistry.
- The theme of "tavaszi zsongás" (spring buzz) and "szentiváni tűzugrás" (St. John's Eve bonfire jumping) reflects deep-rooted folk traditions.
- Each track highlights the shared cultural history and bonds between Hungary and its neighboring nations.
Track Listing
- Gyimesi Bánatos
- Szláv-Magyar Tavaszi Zsongás
- Szentiváni Tűzugrás És Dudaszó
- Volta Dallamok
- Szlovák–Magyar Közös Aratás És Lakodalom
- Táncos Erdélyi
- Huszita Vándordallam
Key Credits
- Vocals: Szvorák Katalin, Orbán Johanna, Paár Julianna, Tímár Sára
- Engineer: Bodnár Péter
- Graphics: Jakab Renáta
- Photography: Tamás Repiszky
- Music Director: Kiss Ferenc
- Vocals, Edited, Compiled, Arranged: Szvorák Katalin
