Sinnbild

Featuring

Christoph Eschenbach
Hanna-Elisabeth Müller
WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln
Richard Strauss

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Composer Biography

Richard Strauss's wife, Pauline de Ahna, was a successful lyric dramatic soprano whose voice was described by critic Eduard Hanslick as 'a rich, sweet soprano, brilliant like a warm ray of sunshine.'

Composition History

The "Four Last Songs" are considered Richard Strauss's artistic last will and testament, composed in 1947 and 1948 while he was in exile in Switzerland.

Composer Biography

Richard Strauss composed over 200 songs, believing that an expanded tonal palette would enhance the impact of the intimate piano lied.

Recording & Production

This album was recorded in December 2019 at the Kölner Philharmonie, featuring soprano Hanna-Elisabeth Müller, the WDR Symphony Orchestra, and conductor Christoph Eschenbach.

Composition History

Most of Richard Strauss's 42 orchestral lieder were instrumented after their initial composition as piano versions, showcasing his unique skill in instrumentation.

Composition History

Richard Strauss gave his op. 27 lieder collection, which includes "Morgen!" (Tomorrow!), to Pauline de Ahna as a wedding present in 1894.

Composer's Artistic Vision

Richard Strauss once wryly remarked that he had the most talent for 'kitsch,' which he believed contributed to the immediate success of many of his lieder.