Ernest Blanc's 'Airs d'opéras' is a captivating collection of operatic masterpieces, showcasing the artist's impressive vocal range and emotional depth. Released on 14 December 2023 via Warner Classics, this 44-minute album takes listeners on a journey through some of the most iconic works in the operatic repertoire.
From the comedic flair of Rossini's 'Il barbiere di Siviglia' to the dramatic intensity of Verdi's 'Otello' and 'Un ballo in maschera', Ernest Blanc's powerful voice brings each character to life. His performances of Saint-Saëns' 'Samson et Dalila' and Wagner's 'Tannhäuser' demonstrate his mastery of the operatic form, while his renditions of Leoncavallo's 'I pagliacci' and Bellini's 'I puritani' showcase his ability to convey the nuances of each role.
The album also features Ernest Blanc's interpretations of Massenet's 'Thaïs' and Mozart's 'Le nozze di Figaro', highlighting his versatility and technical skill. A poignant performance of Verdi's 'La traviata' rounds out the collection, leaving a lasting impression on the listener.
With 'Airs d'opéras', Ernest Blanc proves himself to be a formidable operatic talent, capable of conveying the complexity and passion of these beloved works. This album is a must-listen for fans of opera and classical music, offering a compelling glimpse into the world of Ernest Blanc's exceptional artistry.
Rossini: Il barbiere di Siviglia, Act 1: "Largo al factotum" (Figaro)Gioachino Rossini, Ernest Blanc, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Georges Prêtre
Verdi: Otello, Act 2: "Vanne, la tua meta già vedo" - "Credo in un dio crudel" (Iago)Giuseppe Verdi, Ernest Blanc, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Georges Prêtre
Verdi: Un ballo in maschera, Act 3: "Alzati, là tuo figlio a te concedo riveder" - "Eri tu che macchiavi quell'anima" (Renato)Giuseppe Verdi, Ernest Blanc, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Georges Prêtre
Saint-Saëns: Samson et Dalila, Op. 47, Act 1: "Maudite à jamais soit la race des enfants d'Israël !" (Grand Prêtre)Camille Saint-Saëns, Ernest Blanc, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Georges Prêtre
Wagner: Tannhäuser, Act 3: "Wie Todesahnung Dämmrung deckt die Lande" - "O du, mein holder Abendstern" (Wolfram)Richard Wagner, Ernest Blanc, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Georges Prêtre
Leoncavallo: I pagliacci, Prologo: "Si può?" (Tonio)Ruggero Leoncavallo, Ernest Blanc, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Georges Prêtre
Bellini: I puritani, Act 1: "Ah per sempre io ti perdei" (Riccardo)Vincenzo Bellini, Ernest Blanc, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Georges Prêtre
Massenet: Thaïs, Act 1: "Voilà donc la terrible cité... Alexandrie !" (Athanaël)Jules Massenet, Ernest Blanc, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Georges Prêtre
Wagner: Tannhäuser, Act 2: "Blick' ich umher in diesem edlen Kreise" (Wolfram)Richard Wagner, Ernest Blanc, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Georges Prêtre
Mozart: Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492, Act 3: "Hai già vinta la causa!" - Aria. "Vedrò, mentr'io sospiro" (Conte)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ernest Blanc, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Georges Prêtre
Verdi: La traviata, Act 2: "Lorsqu'à de folles amours" (Orbel)Giuseppe Verdi, Ernest Blanc, Georges Prêtre, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris
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