The complete Aksel Schiøtz Recordings 1933-1946 Vol 10

Featuring

Aksel Schiøtz
Christian Christiansen
Herman David Koppel
Gerald Moore
Anders Koppel
Holger Lund Christiansen

Johan Hye-Knudsen
Arne Skjold Rasmussen
Svend Christian Felumb
Ingeborg Steffensen
Einar Nørby
Folmer Jensen
The Five Syncopes
Copenhagen Philharmonic Orchestra
Carl August Nielsen

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Recording & Production

Aksel Schiøtz's first published 78-record (HMV X 6065) paved the way for about a hundred recordings during 1938-40, mostly in fresh Danish repertoire.

Historical Context

Aksel Schiøtz's international career was postponed when Denmark was seized by Hitler on April 9th, 1940.

Performer Biography

Later in his career, Aksel Schiøtz became a professor of art song at universities in Minnesota, Toronto (1958-60), and Colorado (1960-68).

Performer Biography

After surviving a tumor acusticus operation in 1946, Aksel Schiøtz, despite half his face being lame, made a comeback recital in 1948 through sheer willpower.

Recording & Production

This CD presents the complete recordings of Aksel Schiøtz, the tenor, including previously unknown documentary recordings.

Performer Biography

Aksel Schiøtz, the tenor on this album, was discovered by His Master's Voice, London, and his admired recorded legacy is revived in this CD series.

Recording & Production

The transfers for this CD were made from fine early pressings by Andrew Walter, chief engineer of the EMI Abbey Road Studios, reminding listeners of the quality of the original recordings.