Arlen: Wien, du allein

The third, concluding 2CD set of works by one of the last surviving members of the generation of composers the Nazis sought to extinguish, Walter Arlen, presents short songs for piano solo as well as songs with soprano, describing different touchstones and experiences of his life. Atrocities like Kristallnacht, 1938 find their musical expression in his works, as well as journeys to distant, exotic places and experiences with people. Polish-Canadian pianist Daniel Wnukowski and Texas-born Rebecca Nelsen interpret songs of utmost inner emotions and reflections on human history and life.