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Roland Neuwirth

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When it comes to Schuberts *Winterreise*, there are countless classic recordings by legendary singers, but a surprising new album has emerged. The singer is Roland Neuwirth (1950). He is a charismatic figure who carries on the tradition of Viennese folk music as an actor, guitarist, and bassist leading his own band, Extreme Schrammelnhe is by no means a so-called classical singer. Accompanied by the orthodox pianist Florian Krumpeck, who plays the piano part exactly as written, he delivers his performance in a matter-of-fact manner with a hoarse voice that sounds like a whisper or a gritty chanson. However, as you listen further, it takes on a mysterious persuasiveness that makes you wonder if this is precisely what resonated in Schuberts heart during his final years; regardless of personal preference, this is a Winterreise that truly opens your eyes.Tokyo M-Plus