Richard Stoltzman's "Aria," released on September 15, 1997, under the RCA Red Seal label, is a captivating exploration of chamber music that spans a little over an hour and sixteen minutes. This studio album features 18 tracks, showcasing Stoltzman's virtuosity and versatility as a clarinetist. The album is a blend of classical pieces, including arias and suites from renowned operas such as Bizet's "Carmen" and Gershwin's "Porgy and Bess." Stoltzman's interpretation of these timeless pieces, accompanied by the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, brings a fresh perspective to the classical genre. The album is a testament to Stoltzman's ability to convey the depth and nuance of each composition, making it a compelling listen for both classical music enthusiasts and those new to the genre.
(P) 1997 BMG Entertainment
Tracks
Je veux vivreCharles Gounod, Richard Stoltzman, Arthur Fagen
O mio babbino caroGiacomo Puccini, Richard Stoltzman, Arthur Fagen, Katarina Turnerova
O Dieu! Que de bijoux!Charles Gounod, Richard Stoltzman, Arthur Fagen
Suite from Carmen: SeguidillaGeorges Bizet, Richard Stoltzman, Arthur Fagen, Kalmen Opperman
Suite from Carmen: La fleur que tu m'avaisGeorges Bizet, Richard Stoltzman, Arthur Fagen, Kalmen Opperman
Suite from Carmen: Chanson bohèmeGeorges Bizet, Richard Stoltzman, Arthur Fagen, Kalmen Opperman
Suite from Porgy and Bess: My Man's Gone NowGeorge Gershwin, Ira Gershwin, Richard Stoltzman, Arthur Fagen
Suite from Porgy and Bess: SummertimeGeorge Gershwin, Ira Gershwin, Richard Stoltzman, Arthur Fagen
Suite from Porgy and Bess: It Ain't Necessarily SoGeorge Gershwin, Ira Gershwin, Richard Stoltzman, Arthur Fagen
Quando m'en voGiacomo Puccini, Richard Stoltzman, Arthur Fagen
Nina's AriaJules Massenet, Richard Stoltzman, Arthur Fagen
Che gelida maninaGiacomo Puccini, Richard Stoltzman, Arthur Fagen
Bell raggio lusinghierGioachino Rossini, Richard Stoltzman, Arthur Fagen
Recitative and GavotteJules Massenet, Richard Stoltzman, Arthur Fagen
Ah pur ce soir...Je suis TitaniaAmbroise Thomas, Richard Stoltzman, Arthur Fagen
La vita è infernoGiuseppe Verdi, Richard Stoltzman, Arthur Fagen
Addio del passatoGiuseppe Verdi, Richard Stoltzman, Arthur Fagen
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