17. "Friede WoO 39" Aus deutschen Gauen op. 125 (Auszug)
18. "Nr. 6: Es hat geflammt" Aus fr?nkischen Landen op. 141 (Auszug)
19. "Nr. 3: Vollmondzauber"
Description:
Rheinberger's works for men's choir are among the best of this genre in the second half of the 19th century. The performance practiced by the Singphoniker creates an immediacy and purity of sound which renders not only the beauty of Rheinberger's songs but also makes the well-crafted detail of their musical setting clearly audible.
Recorded: 27-29 February 2012
"Du sonnige wonnige Welt - Musik für Männerchor" is a choral CD that presents the rich, warm sound of male voices in an artistically refined program. Interpreted by the renowned ensemble Die Singphoniker and released by the specialist label Carus, this recording focuses on works for male choir that celebrate lyricism, harmony and expressive depth. The pieces span different atmospheres - from contemplative, almost spiritual moments to radiant, jubilant soundscapes that evoke images of nature, light and human emotion. Great care is given to clarity of diction, balance of voices and nuanced dynamics, making this CD particularly attractive both for choral enthusiasts and for listeners discovering high-quality a cappella music. The recording quality is precise yet natural, allowing the ensemble's distinctive blend and intonation to shine.
Die Singphoniker are among the best-known German male vocal ensembles, celebrated for their stylistic versatility and finely honed ensemble culture. Their repertoire ranges from Renaissance and Romantic choral works to contemporary compositions and sophisticated arrangements, always marked by precise intonation, clear articulation and a warm, homogenous sound. Over the years, they have established themselves on international stages and in the choral scene through numerous concert tours and acclaimed recordings, often praised by critics for their musical intelligence and emotional intensity. Their work has contributed significantly to the renewed appreciation of the male-voice choral tradition.
The CD appears on Carus, one of the leading publishing houses and labels for choral music and sacred repertoire. Carus is internationally respected for its carefully edited sheet music editions and technically excellent recordings that set benchmarks in the field of vocal and choral music. The label is known for close collaboration with outstanding choirs, ensembles and conductors, offering listeners and performers alike authoritative interpretations and reliable musical texts. With this release, Carus once again underlines its commitment to presenting high-quality choral art in an exemplary sound and editorial standard.
"Du sonnige wonnige Welt - Musik für Männerchor" is ideal for listeners who appreciate the particular timbre of male choirs and are looking for a sophisticated, artistically coherent program. The CD is equally suitable as inspiration for choir directors and singers, as it demonstrates interpretative approaches, phrasing possibilities and sound ideals at a high professional level. It is a rewarding addition to any collection of classical vocal music and a compelling example of how tradition and contemporary choral culture can be combined in a sensitive and musically convincing way.