Short bio Emil Reesen
Full biography Emil Reesen
Emil Reesen was a Danish composer born on May 30, 1887. He is best known for his orchestral works, particularly his symphonies, which are considered some of his most significant contributions to Danish music. Reesen's musical style was heavily influenced by the Romantic era, particularly composers such as Brahms and Wagner.
Throughout his career, Reesen produced a wide range of works in various genres, including operas, ballets, and chamber music. One of his most famous works is the opera "Genboerne," which premiered in 1940 and received critical acclaim.
In addition to his work as a composer, Reesen was also a noted conductor. He frequently conducted performances of his own works, as well as works by other composers. Reesen was particularly known for his interpretations of the works of Carl Nielsen, another prominent Danish composer.
Reesen's music received international recognition during his lifetime, with his works being performed in countries such as Germany and the United States. Today, his legacy lives on through his music, which continues to be performed and recorded by orchestras and ensembles around the world.
Compositions featuring Emil Reesen
| # | Name | Duration | Genre | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Radio Exhibition Fanfare, for orchestra | 2:04 min | Orchestral | 1950 |
| 2 | Radiofonia (Rapsodia Burlesque), for orchestra | 5:38 min | Orchestral | 1950 |
| 3 | Historien om en moder (The Story of a Mother), opera | Opera | 1941 | |
| 4 | Trianon, suite for orchestra | 9:28 min | Orchestral | 1941 |
| 5 | Festmarch, for orchestra ("Kongemarch", "The Royal March") | 3:41 min | Orchestral | 1937 |
| 6 | Grønlandsk folketone, for orchestra | 6:57 min | Orchestral | 1934 |
| 7 | Fantasy on Danish Christmas Melodies, for orchestra | 6:26 min | Orchestral | 1933 |
| 8 | Gudindernes strid (The Contest of the Goddesses), ballet | Ballet | 1933 | |
| 9 | Gaucho, suite for orchestra | 7:12 min | Orchestral | 1931 |
| 10 | Fantasy on South Jutland Melodies, for orchestra | 8:59 min | Orchestral | 1930 |
| 11 | Agenthe og havmanden (Agnethe and the Merman), ballad for orchestra | 3:44 min | Orchestral | 1929 |
| 12 | Jeg gik mig ud en sommerdag (I Walked out on a Summer's Day), for orchestra | 2:50 min | Orchestral | 1929 |
| 13 | Variations on a theme of Schubert, for orchestra | 16:07 min | Orchestral | 1928 |
| 14 | Himmerland, rhapsody for orchestra | 12:43 min | Orchestral | 1925 |
| 15 | Farinelli, operetta | 12:59 min | Opera | - |
| 16 | Flag i storm. Et flag er smukkest i modvind (Flag in storm. A flag looks its best in head wind), song | 2:28 min | Vocal Music | - |
Albums featuring Emil Reesen
| # | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
The Art of Emil Reesen(CD, Album) | 2021 | Danacord |
| 2 |  |
Boyd Neel, Erik Tuxen, Emil Reesen, Carlo Andersen, Thomas Jensen, John Frandsen, Georg Høeberg, Svend Christian Felumb, Johan Hye-Knudsen – Scandinavian Classics Volume 5(2×CD, Compilation, Mono) | 2015 | Danacord |
| 3 |  |
The Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, Georg Høeberg, Emil Reesen – Danish Music : The 1940 Recordings(CD, Album) | 2004 | Classico |
| 4 |  |
Lange-Müller, Weyse, Kuhlau, Gade, Reesen, Henriques, Carl Nielsen, Aalborg Symfoniorkester, Henrik Vagn Christensen – Danske Klassiske Favoritter Vol. 2(CD, ) | 1997 | Naxos |
| 5 |  |
Danish Concert Band Plays Shostakovich, Rimsky-Korsakov, Fini Henriques, Emil Reesen, David Bennett, Harold L. Walters, Claude T. Smith – Danish Concert Band Plays Shostakovich, Rimsky-Korsakov, Fini Henriques, Emil Reesen, David Bennett, Harold L. Walter | 1985 | Rondo Grammofon |
| 6 |  |
Det Kongelige Kapel, Emil Reesen – Danmarks Frihedssang(Shellac, 10", 78 RPM) | 1945 | Polyphon Musik |
| 7 |  |
Emil Reesen, Mogens Dam, Grethe Mogensen, Lise Panduro, Else Margrethe Gardelli, Poul Bundgaard, Hans Kurt, Tivolis Koncertsals Orkester, Ove Peters – Farinelli(Cassette, Reissue, Stereo) | - | Polydor |
| 8 |  |
Statsradiofoniens Orkester Under Ledelse Af Kapelmester Emil Reesen – Elverhøj (Balletmusik)(Shellac, 10", 78 RPM) | - | Columbia |
| 9 |  |
Carl Nielsen, Emil Reesen, Radio-Symfoniorkester, København – Forspil Til 7. Billede Af "Moderen" / March Af "Moderen"(Shellac, 12", 78 RPM) | - | Polyphon |
| 10 |  |
Statsradiofoniens Orkester Under Ledelse Af Kapelmester Emil Reesen – Der Er Et Yndigt Land / Kong Christian Stod Ved Højen Mast(Shellac, 10", 78 RPM) | - | Columbia |
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