Hilding Rosenberg/The Revelation of St John

It came at an apocalyptic time during the first years of the Second World War, a burning protest against the violence engulfing the world. It concludes, however, with words of comfort: “If there is darkness around us, create light! If you lose faith in man, create new faith! If there is sorrow around you, create joy!”

This central work in the 20th century history of Swedish music is performed by the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Sixten Ehrling. Håkan Hagegård is the baritone soloist, and the extensive choral sections are sung by the Swedish Radio Choir, reinforced by members of the Rilke Ensemble and Pro Musica.