This album was recorded in January and April 2024 at the Wolfgangssaal der Regensburger Domspatzen in Regensburg and Studio 1 des Bayerischen Rundfunks in Munich, Germany.
Performer Biography
Florian Helgath, the conductor on this album, is recognized as one of the leading choral conductors of the younger generation and has led Chorwerk Ruhr and the Zurich Singakademie to international renown.
Historical Context
The Regensburger Domspatzen, a boys' choir featured on this album, is one of the world's oldest, with a tradition spanning over 1050 years since its foundation in 975 by Bishop Wolfgang.
Performer Biography
Benjamin Appl's debut album, Winterreise, received outstanding critical acclaim and was accompanied by a BBC 4 film documenting his 'Winter Journey' through the Swiss Alps.
Performer Biography
The Regensburger Domspatzen boys' choir has historically provided music for the Cathedral liturgy in Regensburg, and its clear, warm sound has made it internationally famous.
Performer Biography
The Münchner Rundfunkorchester (Munich Radio Orchestra), founded in 1952, has a diverse artistic profile, performing everything from opera and sacred music to film scores and video game music.
Performer Biography
Benjamin Appl, the baritone on this album, was a recipient of the prestigious Gramophone Young Artist of the Year Award and named both BBC New Generation Artist and Echo Rising Star.
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