Alexandra
14 records available
Alexandra
With "Sehnsucht (Das Lied der Taiga)", the singer achieved one of the best-known German-language singles of the late 1960s in 1967. Her distinctive voice and melancholic chansons set her apart from other Schlager singers of this era. Until her early death in 1969, she released several successful titles in the German-speaking world.
Alexandra – Style & Genre Classification
Alexandra’s repertoire moves between German chanson, Schlager and Russian-influenced melodies. Comparable to artists such as Hildegard Knef or Zarah Leander, her focus lies on profound ballads and folkloric elements. Characteristic are orchestral arrangements and a deep, unmistakable vocal line, often accompanied by melancholic lyrics.
Alexandra on vinyl – the key releases
The single Sehnsucht (Das Lied der Taiga)/ Zigeunerjunge (7'' Vinyl) documents the artist’s greatest chart success on original pressing. The rare Auf dem Weg nach Odessa/ Fono-Ring EP (7'' Vinyl) reflects the Russian influences, while Der Traum vom Fliegen (7'' Vinyl) shows the breadth of her repertoire.
For collectors, the available selection offers targeted access to rare 7'' pressings from Alexandra’s short creative period.
- Genre: Chanson, Schlager
- Origin: Germany
- Active: 1967–1969
- Notable: Combination of German and Russian musical elements in the Schlager context
