Author, Composer

Christian Friedrich Daniel Schubart

1739 — 1791

Albums

Fischer-Dieskau Lieder A-Z: Sampler (Complete Lieder Recordings on DG & Decca)

Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau

Freiburger Kinderchorbuch 2. Neue Lieder für Gott und die Welt

Freiburger Kinderchor

Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau: Weihnachtslieder

Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau

The Christmas Album

Various Artists

Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau: A Master of Lieder

Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, a universally acclaimed German baritone singer, is celebrated for his interpretation of lieder (classical songs). While his career spanned a comprehensive range of opera, his expertise and passion primarily revolved around the works of Schubert, Brahms, and Schumann. His performances bring to life a range of rich emotions, eliciting admiration for beauty and attention to detail, as well as the remarkable musical intellect and profound understanding of musical composition this singer was known for.

Fischer-Dieskau's Notable Collections

One of Fischer-Dieskau’s most admired collections includes "Weihnachtslieder" - a compilation of his renditions of Christmas carols, perfectly combining the spirit of the season with his unique lyrical expression. His extraordinary success is partly attributable to his collaborations with influential recording studios. Throughout his career, he released and worked under both the Deutsche Grammophon (DG) and Decca labels. His comprehensive collection of Lieder recordings on DG & Decca offers a testament to his unparalleled brilliance in the genre and serves as a treasure for classical music lovers.

Fischer-Dieskau Lieder A-Z: Sampler

The compilation titled "Fischer-Dieskau Lieder A-Z: Sampler (Complete Lieder Recordings on DG & Decca)" is a commendable illustration of the singer's vast repertoire. It is an essential composite for enthusiasts of Lieder and Fisher-Dieskau's fans alike. The compilation embodies the depths of human emotions and experiences through music, demonstrating the mastery of the art by one of its greatest practitioners.

Christian Friedrich Daniel Schubart: A Key Influence

Among the assemblage features the awe-inspiring works of Christian Friedrich Daniel Schubart. As an acclaimed artist himself, Schubart's rendition as performed by Fischer-Dieskau adds another layer to their enigmatic charm. The resulting oeuvre is an effervescent fusion of wit, stirring emotion, and captivating melodies.

Schubart's Musical and Literary Contributions

Christian Friedrich Daniel Schubart (1739–1791) was a prominent German poet, composer, organist, and journalist—best known for his dynamic spiritual and political life as well as his musical and literary output during the late 18th century. He was a key voice in the Sturm und Drang movement. Schubart was recognized in his lifetime as a musical prodigy, excelling at keyboard instruments and composition. His remarkable improvisational skill and expressive playing impressed contemporaries.

Schubart's Notable Works and Influence

Schubart wrote extensively as both a composer and a poet. His poetry, characterized by nationalistic and pietistic themes, was influential during the Sturm und Drang era. Among his most famous poems is "Die Forelle" ("The Trout"), later set to music by Franz Schubert. His lieder (art songs), sacred works, and organ pieces were widely recognized, with some appearing in major samplers and recordings, such as those performed by Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau.