The Will-o'-the-Wisps in Town is an extraordinary fairy tale cantata created by the Danish composer Per Nurgerd and his close friend, author Suzanne Brugger, on the basis of a little known fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. This world premiere recording focuses on the charismatic "Marsh With", sung by mezzo-soprano Helene Gjerris, who also premiered the work in Birmingham, UK, at the international celebration of the 200th anniversary of Hans Christian Andersen's birth. Helene Gjerris has captivated audiences and composers since the mid-1990s. Several new works have been written especially for her. In contemporary music in particular her charismatic performance comes into it's element.

Tracklist:

Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen (The Will-O'-The-Wisps Go To Town) (Version For Mezzo-Soprano And Chamber Ensemble): Prelude: E
Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen (The Will-O'-The-Wisps Go To Town) (Version For Mezzo-Soprano And Chamber Ensemble): Narrative:
Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen (The Will-O'-The-Wisps Go To Town) (Version For Mezzo-Soprano And Chamber Ensemble): Narrative:
Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen (The Will-O'-The-Wisps Go To Town) (Version For Mezzo-Soprano And Chamber Ensemble): Aria: Hvor
Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen (The Will-O'-The-Wisps Go To Town) (Version For Mezzo-Soprano And Chamber Ensemble): Narrative:
Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen (The Will-O'-The-Wisps Go To Town) (Version For Mezzo-Soprano And Chamber Ensemble): Aria: Soln
Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen (The Will-O'-The-Wisps Go To Town) (Version For Mezzo-Soprano And Chamber Ensemble): Narrative:
Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen (The Will-O'-The-Wisps Go To Town) (Version For Mezzo-Soprano And Chamber Ensemble): Aria And N
Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen (The Will-O'-The-Wisps Go To Town) (Version For Mezzo-Soprano And Chamber Ensemble): Narrative:
Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen (The Will-O'-The-Wisps Go To Town) (Version For Mezzo-Soprano And Chamber Ensemble): Tolv Sma L
Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen (The Will-O'-The-Wisps Go To Town) (Version For Mezzo-Soprano And Chamber Ensemble): Narrative:
Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen (The Will-O'-The-Wisps Go To Town) (Version For Mezzo-Soprano And Chamber Ensemble): Aria: 365
Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen (The Will-O'-The-Wisps Go To Town) (Version For Mezzo-Soprano And Chamber Ensemble): Chorus: De
Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen (The Will-O'-The-Wisps Go To Town) (Version For Mezzo-Soprano And Chamber Ensemble): Aria: Fina
Lygtemaendene Tager Til Byen (The Will-O'-The-Wisps Go To Town) (Version For Mezzo-Soprano And Chamber Ensemble): Aria: Fina
Out Of The Cradle Endlessly Rocking: I. Poco Allegro
Out Of The Cradle Endlessly Rocking: II. Vivo
Out Of The Cradle Endlessly Rocking: III. Soffiato, Marcato

UPC: 636943608524
Label: Dacapo
Release Date: 7.31.12
Format: CD

Athelas Sinfonietta Copenhagen - Will-O-The-Wisps in Town / Out of Cradle Endlessly (CD)