Thomas Hampson - Mahler: Lieder Eines Fahrenden Gesellen, Frühe Lieder, Mahler/Berio: Frühe Lieder - David Lutz (piano), Philharmonia Orchestra, Luciano Berio / Warner Classics Audio CD 2006

UPC 090317400228

Product Details:

• Label: Warner Classics
• Format: CD
• Country: Germany
• Released: 2006
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Romantic, Modern

Overview:

This album features the incomparable baritone Thomas Hampson performing a striking collection of Gustav Mahler’s early songs, showcasing both their lyrical beauty and emotional depth. Accompanied by pianist David Lutz, Hampson’s voice shines in the Lieder Eines Fahrenden Gesellen (Songs of a Wayfarer) and the early Lieder from Mahler’s formative years. These works are presented alongside Fünf Frühe Lieder and Sechs Frühe Lieder, arranged for orchestra by the renowned composer Luciano Berio. Under Berio’s expert direction, the Philharmonia Orchestra brings a vibrant new dimension to Mahler’s early compositions, illustrating the connection between Romanticism and modern expression.

Highlights of the album include the emotional intensity of Wenn Mein Schatz Hochzeit Macht and the lush orchestral arrangements in Frühlingsmorgen and Erinnerung, showcasing Mahler’s rich orchestral textures, reimagined by Berio. Hampson’s warm, expressive baritone voice and Berio’s arrangements together provide a captivating exploration of Mahler's early music, offering listeners both a deep connection to the past and a fresh perspective on his legacy.

Track Listing:

Lieder Eines Fahrenden Gesellen

1. Wenn Mein Schatz Hochzeit Macht – 4:26
2. Ging Heut' Morgen Über's Feld – 4:27
3. Ich Hab' Ein Glühend Messer – 3:28
4. Die Zwei Blauen Augen – 5:40

Lieder

1. Im Lenz – 2:57
2. Winterlied – 4:03
3. Maitanz Im Grünen – 2:23
4. Serenade – 1:51
5. Aus! Aus! – 2:13
6. Starke Einbildungskraft – 1:10
7. Selbstgefühl – 2:04

Fünf Frühe Lieder (Arranged by Luciano Berio)

1. Ablösung Im Sommer – 1:31
2. Zu Strassburg Auf Der Schanz' – 4:10
3. Nicht Wiedersehen! – 5:02
4. Um Schlimme Kinder Artig Zu Machen – 1:42
5. Erinnerung – 2:50

Sechs Frühe Lieder (Arranged by Luciano Berio)

1. Hans Und Grete – 2:40
2. Ich Ging Mit Lust Durch Einen Grünen Wald – 4:19
3. Frühlingsmorgen – 1:50
4. Phantasie – 2:21
5. Scheiden Und Meiden – 2:08
6. Erinnerung – 2:59

Key Credits:

• Composed By: Gustav Mahler
• Arranged By: Luciano Berio (Tracks 12 to 22)
• Conductor: Luciano Berio (Tracks 12 to 22)
• Baritone Vocals: Thomas Hampson
• Piano: David Lutz (Tracks 1 to 11)
• Orchestra: Philharmonia Orchestra (Tracks 12 to 22)
• Producer: Harry Tressel (Tracks 1 to 11), Max Wilcox (Tracks 12 to 22)
• Engineer: Christoph Claßen (Tracks 1 to 11), Max Wilcox (Tracks 12 to 22), Mike Hatch (Tracks 12 to 22)
• Photography: Annie Assouline (Luciano Berio), Martin Becker (Thomas Hampson)
• Liner Notes: Luciano Berio, Susanne Aschenbrandt
• Liner Notes [Translations]: Stewart Spencer (English), Hélène Chen-Ménissier (French), Stefanie Schütte (German)
• Design [Cover]: Jan Seib