Hans Christian Andersen likely wrote a first draft of the text for 'The Elf-King's Daughter,' but Gade rejected it.
Composition History
The philologist Chr. K.F. Molbech drew up most of the final text for 'The Elf-King's Daughter,' but Gade reworked it so much that Molbech did not want credit as the librettist.
Cultural Impact
'The Elf-King's Daughter' became very popular in Denmark, achieving national heritage status and being listed in the national 'Cultural Canon' in 2006.
Recording & Production
This recording is the world premiere of the 1864 version of 'The Elf-King's Daughter,' as it appears in the new revised Gade Edition.
Composition History
Niels W. Gade's teacher, A.P. Berggreen, made it part of his aesthetic program to incorporate the ballad style into art music, which significantly influenced Gade's compositions.
Historical Context
The first half of the 19th century in Denmark was characterized by National Romanticism, with intense focus on Norse mythology and old Danish ballads in literature, art, and music.
Notable Performances
The premiere of 'The Elf-King's Daughter' on March 30, 1854, received a splendid reception in Copenhagen.
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