NYHETER LAWO CLASSICS

Acclaimed Norwegian composer Lasse Thoresen invites listeners on a transcendent sonic exploration with his latest release, Adventuring the Intangible. This ambitious album brings together a stellar cast of musicians, including cellist Amalie Stalheim, the Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra, the Oslo Philharmonic Choir, conductor Ingar Bergby, conductor Peter Szilvay, and Ensemble 96. The album presents a deeply spiritual and introspective journey, capturing Thoresen’s distinctive fusion of Norwegian folk traditions, spectral music, and a profound sense of the metaphysical. 

The acclaimed Norwegian countertenor Daniel Sæther presents Yellow Sands, a compelling new album featuring four major vocal cycles by contemporary Norwegian composers Gisle Kverndokk, Bjørn Kruse, Lene Grenager, and Herman Vogt. With a distinctive focus on newly composed repertoire for countertenor, Yellow Sands explores poetic and spiritual themes through diverse musical lenses. 

Norwegian organist Anders Eidsten Dahl presents a deeply moving tribute to one of Norway’s greatest composers with the album Te Deum – Organ Works by Egil Hovland. Egil Hovland (1924–2013) holds a special place in Norwegian music history as a composer who seamlessly blended tradition with innovation. His organ music reflects a rare combination of lyrical beauty, spiritual depth, and a fearless approach to musical expression. In this new recording, Anders Eidsten Dahl brings Hovland’s works to life with clarity, sensitivity, and powerful artistry. 

The Norwegian Chamber Orchestra proudly presents Shostakovich/Strauss/Biber, a deeply significant album celebrating the remarkable artistic legacy of Terje Tønnesen, its longtime artistic director (1977-2021) and now Leader Laureate. This special release coincides with Tønnesen's 70th birthday, serving as a tribute to his unparalleled artistry and enduring impact on the ensemble. 

 

 

Kammerkoret NOVA, under the direction of Julia Selina Blank, proudly presents Human/Nature, an immersive choral journey reflecting on the intricate relationship between humanity and the environment. This release showcases the ensemble’s signature blend of vocal precision and expressive depth, offering a sonic experience that is both thought-provoking and profoundly moving. 

Renowned recorder player Caroline Eidsten Dahl proudly announces the release of her latest album, "Black Cathedrals," a mesmerizing journey into the realm of contemporary music. This album showcases Dahl's exceptional talent and innovative approach, bringing fresh perspectives to the timeless sounds of the recorder. 

Large Bird Mask is a recording featuring the acclaimed contemporary ensemble Cikada performing works by internationally renowned Norwegian composer Rolf Wallin. 

The distinguished German oboist David Friedemann Strunck brings to life the evocative and rarely heard compositions of Johan Ludwig Mowinckel in the new release Concertino Pastorale. This digital release highlights Mowinckel’s lyrical and expressive writing, seamlessly blending classical and folk influences in a captivating musical journey. 

In celebration of their 40th anniversary, the internationally acclaimed Vertavo String Quartet presents a landmark recording of Benjamin Britten’s String Quartet No. 2, Op. 36. Renowned for their depth, precision, and expressive power, the Vertavo String Quartet brings fresh insight into Britten’s work, capturing the intensity and emotion of this unique composition. 

Norwegian composer Jon Øivind Ness presents Popping, a bold and sonically adventurous new release performed by the renowned contemporary ensemble Cikada under the baton of Christian Eggen. Known for his distinctive musical language, Ness delivers a work that is both intricate and visceral, pushing the boundaries of modern ensemble writing. 

Noen av Norges fremste musikere kommer sammen for å presentere en ny utgivelse av Knut Vaage; "Relieff, Refleks, Rite". Denne banebrytende samling verk, framført av cellist Amalie Stalheim, fiolinist Harald Aadland, Kringkastingsorkestret og dirigent Eivind Aadland, er en feiring av innovativ ny norsk komposisjon. 

 

 

Discover the timeless beauty of Franz Schubert’s lieder in Franz Schubert: Goethe Songs, an exquisite album featuring renowned mezzo-soprano Marianne Beate Kielland and acclaimed pianist Nils Anders Mortensen. This release celebrates the profound connection between Schubert’s music and the evocative poetry of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, a cornerstone of the Romantic era. 

 

 

The Norwegian Radio Orchestra is proud to announce the release of Herman Vogt: Cello and Piano Concerto, a showcase of contemporary Norwegian composition at its finest. This album, featuring two striking works by composer Herman Vogt, highlights his intricate interplay of soloist and orchestra, offering listeners an immersive musical experience. 

 

 

The Engegård Quartet presents their beautiful album, featuring Mozart’s String Quartet K. 499, known as the “Hoffmeister,” alongside his delightful Divertimenti K. 136, 137, and 138. This release captures the quartet’s signature blend of precision and passion, bringing these beloved works to life with warmth and clarity. 

 

 

These beautiful compositions promise to captivate audiences with its emotive depth, sophisticated orchestration, and evocative exploration of light and darkness. A Desperate Light" marks a bold step in Kverndokk’s illustrious career. Known for his ability to blend complex harmonies with emotional nuance, Kverndokk draws listeners into a compelling narrative. The composition takes the listener on an immersive journey through contrasts, weaving together tension and release in a way that only Kverndokk’s distinctive voice can deliver. 

 

 

This unique collaboration presents a powerful exploration of themes related to water, ecology, and the environment, combining Ore’s avant-garde compositional style with the brilliance of both ensembles. The album is set to challenge and inspire listeners with its innovative soundscapes, and it is a profound tribute to nature. 

 

 

«Beethoven komponerte på 1790 tallet fem verk for stryketrio. På denne utgivelsen presenteres vi for de tre trioene i hans op.9. De var, etter Beethovens’s egen mening, hans mest vellykkede fra hans tidligste år som komponist.

Beethoven composed five works for string trio in the 1790s. This release presents the three trios from his Op. 9, which, in Beethoven's own opinion, were his most successful compositions from his early years as a composer. 

 

 

Soprano Liv Elise Nordskog and pianist Signe Bakke proudly announce the release of their album "Tveitt Songs," a captivating tribute to the vocal works of renowned Norwegian composer Geirr Tveitt. This release shines a spotlight on Tveitt's enchanting songs, bringing his lyrical and expressive compositions to life. 

In Richard Strauss’s early Cello Sonata Op. 6, we hear flickers of his distinct musical personality sprouting amid cracks in a traditional Germanic facade. Not many works from Richard Strauss’s teenage years still get performed, but this one has become part of the repertoire. Piano and cello are woven tight here, in this case moving from the lyrical verve and heavy Brahmsian chords of the opening to a four-part fugue. Mendelssohn’s easy lyricism can be heard in the Romance-like Larghetto while the same composer’s elfin lightness peers through Strauss’s final Allegro vivo. 

Renowned soprano Berit Norbakken and virtuoso lutenist Solmund Nystabakk are set to enchant audiences with their captivating rendition of Barbara Strozzi's songs. These timeless masterpieces, penned by the illustrious Italian composer, is brought to life once again in a mesmerizing collaboration that seamlessly blends Norbakken's crystalline soprano vocals with Nystabakk's exquisite lute accompaniment. 

 

 

Pianist Mathias Halvorsen and violinist Magnus Boye Hansen are thrilled to announce their new release, a brilliant interpretation of Christian Sinding's Violin Sonatas 1-3. With a dazzling combination of technical prowess and artistic sensitivity, they bring these rare gems from the Norwegian composer's repertoire to life in a unique way. 

Harpist Ellen Bødtker's latest album offers newly composed music set to the poetry of Jan Erik Vold and Henrik Wergeland. This unique collaboration takes a new direction, featuring a string quartet and percussion. Jan Erik Vold's vocals seamlessly weave in and out of the music, creating a cohesive musical narrative. Wergeland's texts are selected with a musical and thematic perspective, while Vold adds his contributions from his rich body of work, providing a commentary on Wergeland's themes. 

Renowned organist Anders Eidsten Dahl proudly announces his latest release, "Exultate," an album showcasing the organ music of esteemed Norwegian composer Knut Nystedt. This album explores Nystedt's diverse and varied organ compositions, bringing aspects of his musical legacy to a broader audience.