Erlkönig

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This song deals with the death of a child by the supernatural 'Erlkönig' ('Elf king'). Sung from the perspective of the child, his father, and the Erlkönig, the song moves through a wide range of emotional states, and is largely through-composed as it displays the developing drama. Composer: Franz Schubert Performer: Benjamin Appl (Baritone) Performer: Julius Drake (Piano) Recording date: 30 June 2015