14094 Mahler: Das Lied von der Erde

Das Lied von der Erde ("The Song of the Earth") is a composition for two voices and orchestra written by the Austrian composer Gustav Mahler between 1908 and 1909. Described as a symphony when published, it comprises six songs for two singers who alternate movements. Mahler specified the two singers should be a tenor and an alto, or else a tenor and a baritone if an alto is not available. Mahler composed this work following the most painful period in his life, and the songs address themes such as those of living, parting and salvation. Danielle Stein, alto Randall Bloomquist, tenor Joana Filipe Martinez, producer/conductor CMD Grand Opera Company of Barcelona Orchestra Available now at ClassicalRecordings.co