This album is the first in a series documenting the Caprice concerts, starting with recordings from 1964, the first year they were taped.
Performer Biography
Orphei Drängar (OD), the male-voice choir performing on this album, was founded in 1853 by students and quickly became an elite group.
Cultural Impact
The Caprice concept, pioneered by Orphei Drängar (OD), became so popular that by the late 1990s, most serious music ensembles in Sweden were holding similar 'capricious' concerts.
Composition History
The Caprice concerts, which this album documents, began in 1962 as a way for Orphei Drängar (OD) to break from traditional concert formalities and introduce playfulness and laughter.
Composer's Artistic Vision
A core idea of the Caprice concerts is to present unannounced guest artists to the audience, adding an element of surprise.
Recording & Production
The recordings on this album are from live performances, often under chaotic stage conditions, and the original tapes have since disappeared.
Performer Biography
Eric Ericson, a legendary figure in choral music, led Orphei Drängar (OD) for 40 years, from 1951 to 1991, and is credited with much of the choir's development.
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