Olav Trygvason & Bergliot

Edvard Grieg

Olav Trygvason & Bergliot

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Grieg's dramatic works sit somewhat in the shadow of his piano miniatures, yet they reveal a composer of genuine theatrical ambition and deeply Norwegian sensibility. This Virgin Classics recording pairs two substantial vocal dramas—the stirring *Olav Trygvason*, an unfinished opera-like cycle exploring Norway's Christian king, and *Bergljót*, a stark, tense setting of an Old Norse poem about a widow's grief. Both works showcase Grieg's gift for melodic richness and his ability to channel Scandinavian mythology and history into music that feels both intimate and monumental. The *Sørgemarsj til minne om Rikard Nordraak*, a funeral march honoring a fellow Norwegian composer, adds poignancy to a program that rewards listeners willing to venture beyond the familiar *Peer Gynt* suites. Here is Grieg the nationalist, the dramatist, the keeper of a cultural legacy.

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Genre	Classical
Media	Very Good Plus (VG+)
Sleeve	Very Good Plus (VG+)
Description	Carefully packed and shipped with love from Vienna. Order more, save on shipping!
Label	Virgin Classics
Year	1994
Format	CD