What makes Spring mot Ulla, spring! Cornelis sjunger Bellman by Cornelis Vreeswijk notable?

This album is significant for its revival of interest in Bellman's poetry set to music, which helped introduce a new generation to classic Swedish literature. It received critical acclaim and solidified Vreeswijk's place in the pantheon of Swedish musicians, influencing subsequent artists who draw from traditional folk themes. In 1971, Cornelis Vreeswijk was solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in Swedish folk music, following his breakthrough album 'Ballader och oförskämdheter' from 1969. 'Spring mot Ulla, spring! Cornelis sjunger Bellman' marked his artistic interpretation of Carl Michael Bellman's work, showcasing his unique blend of humor and melancholy while establishing him as a cultural icon in Sweden.

Who is Spring mot Ulla, spring! Cornelis sjunger Bellman for?

Spring mot Ulla, spring! Cornelis sjunger Bellman works well if you're into whimsical storytelling with charm, steady pacing for reflective moments and poetic narratives that flow seamlessly.

How many songs are on Spring mot Ulla, spring! Cornelis sjunger Bellman?

Spring mot Ulla, spring! Cornelis sjunger Bellman has 13 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Spring mot Ulla, spring! Cornelis sjunger Bellman

Cornelis Vreeswijk · 1971

42 min · 13 tracks · blues · traditional folk music

A whimsical blend of Swedish folk melodies and poetic storytelling that captures the essence of Bellman's charm.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

whimsical storytelling with charm
steady pacing for reflective moments
poetic narratives that flow seamlessly
for sunny afternoon listening

Maybe skip if you want

prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
seek standalone hits or singles

Where this album fits

Career context: In 1971, Cornelis Vreeswijk was solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in Swedish folk music, following his breakthrough album 'Ballader och oförskämdheter' from 1969. 'Spring mot Ulla, spring! Cornelis sjunger Bellman' marked his artistic interpretation of Carl Michael Bellman's work, showcasing his unique blend of humor and melancholy while establishing him as a cultural icon in Sweden.
Stylistic neighbors: Bert Jansch· Nick Drake· John Martyn

Tracklist

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1 Epistel No. 67 "Til Mutter på Tuppen" 2:43
2 Epistel No. 43 "Til Ulla Winblad, skrifven vid ett ömt tillfälle" 2:54
3 Epistel No. 40 "Angående Bröllopet hos Bensvarfvars" 2:35
4 Epistel No. 36 "Rörande Ulla Winblads flykt" 2:47
5 Epistel No. 72 "Lemnad vid Cajsa Lisas säng, sent om en afton" 4:13
6 Epistel No. 68 "Angående sista Balen på Grönlund" 2:39
7 Epistel No. 28 "Om et anstäldt försåt emot Ulla Winblad" 3:25
8 Epistel No. 48 "Hvaruti avmålas Ulla Winblads hemresa från Hessingen i Mälaren en sommarmorgon 1769" 3:48
9 Epistel No. 7 "Som synes vara Elegie skrifven vid Ulla Winblads säng, sent om Aftonen" 2:34
10 Epistel No. 81 "Til Grälmakar Löfberg i Sterbhuset vid Danto bommen, diktad vid grafven" 4:44
11 Epistel No. 24 "Til kära Mor på Bruna Dörren" 3:03
12 Epistel No. 27 "Som är dess sista tankar" 2:39
13 Epistel No. 71 "Til Ulla i fenstret på Fiskartorpet, Middagstiden, en Sommardag" 4:00

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