Simon Wallfisch; Camilla Butcher; Edward Rushton - The Songs of Max Kowalski

Songs of Max Kowlaski is a Nimbus Records New release featuring Baritone Simon Wallfisch, Soprano Camille Butcher and Pianist Edward Rushton.Presented here are Songs of Max Kowalski (1882-1956), whose life and career can be described in two main segments: the first in Germany until 1939, and thereafter in England. Kowalski's output of more than 250 Lieder reflects the tonal and formal aesthetics of the late 19th century. His songs have been performed, premiered and recorded by prominent singers and pianists, and around one third were published by reputable German and Austrian companies. Kowalski's songs are nearly all in German, yet they represent a wide range of poetic styles, subjects, and periods, as well as cultural, linguistic, and spiritual origins.