Sibelius: Cantatas

Jean Sibelius (Orchestra), Paavo Jarvi (Artist), Ellerhein Girls' Choir (Artist), Estonian National Male Choir (Artist), Estonian National Symphony Orchestra (Artist) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Orchestra: Jean Sibelius
• Audio CD (July 8, 2003)
• SPARS Code: DDD
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: EMI Classics
• ASIN: B00008XRSS
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #284,825 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Snofrid Op.29

2. Oma Maa (Our Native Land) Op.92

3. Vainon Virsi (Vaino's Song) Op.110

4. Sandels Op.28

5. Maan Virsi (Hymn To The Earth) Op.959

6. Laulu Lemminkaiselle (Song To Lemminkainen) Op.31 No.1

7. Finlandia Op.26

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

Sibelius's choral music is deeply felt, nationalistic, and stirring. Subject matter ranges from the glory of the Northern lights (in "Oma maa" [Our Native Land]) to the Swedish-language "Sandels," in which a general, seemingly a coward, leads his men to victory through patience and odd timing, to the glories of the Earth ("Maan virsi"), to tales of characters from Finnish folklore. Most are for male choir, a couple are for mixed choir, and all are acompanied by large orchestra. Sibelius's ablity to tell a story is remarkable (it makes one wish he'd been more interested in opera), and desite the similarity in the forces used, the effects here are varied, from rousing to elegaic, to simply entertaining. These performances are superb, and Paavo Järvi's leadership is urgent. The sonics are glorious. This is a must-have for those who love Sibelius and it will surprise newcomers with its fervor, energy and beauty. --Robert Levine

Customer Reviews

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great nationalistic choral pieces, September 27, 2003

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This review is from: Sibelius: Cantatas (Audio CD)

These cantatas from Sibelius are highly enjoyable, and full of lush national flavour. Snofrid is the highlight. great performances and recording.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful music, August 22, 2010

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This review is from: Sibelius: Cantatas (Audio CD)

It bought this CD some years ago and now I bought an additional copy in case of damage. This is one of my favorite CDs, containing some of Sibelius' lesser known works like Oma Maa, Maan virsi, Väinön virsi and Snöfrid. I enjoy Järvi's excellent reading of this music. Great singing and excellent sound. It's a must for Sibelians and a great surprise, I think, for anyone loving this composer. Highly recommended!!