The Stuttgart Hymnus Choir Boys, founded in 1900 by entrepreneur Paul von Lechler, are one of the oldest boys' choirs in southwest Germany.
Performer Biography
Many renowned composers, including Philip Glass and Sofia Gubaidulina, have dedicated works to the Raschèr Saxophone Quartet.
Recording & Production
Christoph Grund's composition, "Alle Flüsse fließen ins Meer, doch wird das Meer nicht voll," is a world premiere recording on this album.
Composition History
Christoph Grund's new composition was specifically commissioned by the Stuttgart Hymnus Choir Boys, continuing their tradition of regularly commissioning contemporary composers.
Album & Artwork
The album title, "Chor. Klang. Saxophon. Hymnus trifft Raschèr" (Choir. Sound. Saxophone. Hymnus meets Raschèr), highlights the unique collaboration between a boys' choir and a saxophone quartet.
Performer Biography
The Raschèr Saxophone Quartet, established in 1969, is called the "uncrowned kings of the saxophone" by the Wiener Zeitung.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The album's program aims to bring together different musical languages and composers, reflecting the idea that variety is appealing and good music always attempts to say something.
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