Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a: OvertureHector Berlioz, John Nelson, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Teresa ! Mais où peut-elle être ?" (Balducci, Teresa)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Laurent Naouri, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Ne regardez jamais la lune" (Balducci)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Laurent Naouri, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Enfin il est sorti" (Teresa, Cellini, Bernardino, Francesco, Balducci, Chorus)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Gregory Kunde, Laurent Naouri, Marc Mauillon, Patrizia Ciofi, Éric Salha, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Les belles fleurs !" (Teresa)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H 76a, Act 1: Romance "Ah, que l'amour une fois dans le cœur a de peine à quitter son asile !" (Teresa)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H 76a, Act 1: Romance. "Heureuse celle à qui jamais l'amour n'a fait sentir les ardeurs de sa flamme" (Teresa)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Cellini !" (Teresa, Cellini)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Gregory Kunde, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Ô mon bonheur, vous que j'aime" (Cellini, Fieramosca, Teresa)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Gregory Kunde, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Ah ! mourir, chère belle" (Cellini, Fieramosca, Teresa)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Gregory Kunde, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Ciel ! Nous sommes perdus" (Teresa, Cellini, Fieramosca, Balducci)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Gregory Kunde, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Laurent Naouri, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "À nous, voisines et servantes !" (Balducci, Teresa, Fieramosca, Chorus)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Laurent Naouri, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Ah, maître drôle !" (Chorus, Teresa, Fieramosca, Balducci)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Laurent Naouri, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "À boire, à boire !" (Cellini, Francesco, Bernardino, Chorus)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Gregory Kunde, Marc Mauillon, Éric Salha, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Si la terre aux beaux jours se couronne" (Bernardino, Francesco, Cellini, Chorus)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Gregory Kunde, Marc Mauillon, Éric Salha, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Amis, avant qu'on recommence ... Que voulez-vous ? La cave est vide ... Ascanio ! Vraiment ! Le voilà !" (Bernardino, Francesco, Chorus, Cabaretier, Cellini, Ascanio)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Gregory Kunde, Joyce DiDonato, Marc Mauillon, Éric Huchet, Éric Salha, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Cette somme t'est due" (Ascanio, Cellini, Bernadino, Francesco, Chorus)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Gregory Kunde, Joyce DiDonato, Marc Mauillon, Éric Salha, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Écoutez, tout à l'heure" (Cellini, Ascanio, Bernardino, Francesco, Chorus)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Gregory Kunde, Joyce DiDonato, Marc Mauillon, Éric Salha, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "C'est trop fort !" (Fieramosca, Pompeo)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Ronan Nédélec, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Ah ! Qui pourrait me résister ?" (Fieramosca)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Viens, le temps passe" (Fieramosca, Pompeo)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Ronan Nédélec, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Vous voyez, j'espère" (Balducci, Teresa, Ascanio, Cellini, Chorus)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Gregory Kunde, Joyce DiDonato, Laurent Naouri, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Venez, venez, peuple de Rome" (Chorus, Teresa, Balducci, Francesco, Bernardino)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Laurent Naouri, Marc Mauillon, Patrizia Ciofi, Éric Salha, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Ah ! Ah ! Bravo !" (Chorus, Balducci, Teresa, Cellini, Ascanio, Fieramosca, Pompeo)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Gregory Kunde, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Joyce DiDonato, Laurent Naouri, Patrizia Ciofi, Ronan Nédélec, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Voici maître Arlequin" (Chorus)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Regardons bien maître Arlequin" (Chorus)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Il plaît fort" (Chorus, Balducci)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Laurent Naouri, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Soyez surpris" (Chorus, Teresa, Balducci)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Laurent Naouri, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Viens, pas à pas" (Fieramosca, Cellini, Teresa, Chorus, Pompeo, Ascanio, Balducci, Francesco, Bernardino)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Gregory Kunde, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Joyce DiDonato, Laurent Naouri, Marc Mauillon, Patrizia Ciofi, Ronan Nédélec, Éric Salha, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Assassiner un capucin !" (Francesco, Chorus, Balducci, Teresa, Ascanio, Cellini, Fieramosca)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Gregory Kunde, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Joyce DiDonato, Laurent Naouri, Patrizia Ciofi, Éric Salha, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 1: "Ah ! cher canon" (Chorus, Teresa, Fieramosca, Balducci, Ascanio)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Joyce DiDonato, Laurent Naouri, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: Entracte IHector Berlioz, John Nelson, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: "Ah ! qu'est-il devenu ?" (Teresa, Ascanio, Chorus)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Joyce DiDonato, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: "Rosa purpurea ... Teresa !" (Teresa, Ascanio, Chorus, Cellini)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Gregory Kunde, Joyce DiDonato, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: "Ma dague en main" (Cellini, Ascanio, Teresa)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Gregory Kunde, Joyce DiDonato, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: "Ah ! le ciel, cher époux" (Teresa, Cellini)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Gregory Kunde, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: "Quand des sommets" (Teresa, Cellini)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Gregory Kunde, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: "Ah ! maître !" (Teresa, Ascanio, Cellini)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Gregory Kunde, Joyce DiDonato, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: "Ah ! je te trouve enfin" (Balducci, Cellini, Teresa, Ascanio, Fieramosca)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Gregory Kunde, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Joyce DiDonato, Laurent Naouri, Patrizia Ciofi, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: "Le pape ici !" (Teresa, Ascanio, Cellini, Fieramosca, Balducci, Le pape)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Gregory Kunde, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Joyce DiDonato, Laurent Naouri, Patrizia Ciofi, Renaud Delaigue, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: "Justice à nous, seigneur et maître !" (Balducci, Fieramosca, Le pape, Teresa, Ascanio, Cellini)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Gregory Kunde, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Joyce DiDonato, Laurent Naouri, Patrizia Ciofi, Renaud Delaigue, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: "Dieu ! Sur ma tête en ce moment" (Cellini, Teresa, Ascanio, Fieramosca, Balducci, Le pape)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Gregory Kunde, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Joyce DiDonato, Laurent Naouri, Patrizia Ciofi, Renaud Delaigue, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: "Ah ! çà, démon !" (Le pape, Cellini, Teresa, Ascanio, Fieramosca, Balducci)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Gregory Kunde, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Joyce DiDonato, Laurent Naouri, Patrizia Ciofi, Renaud Delaigue, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: "Ah ! maintenant de sa folle impudence" (Le pape, Cellini, Teresa, Ascanio, Fieramosca, Balducci, Chorus)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Gregory Kunde, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Joyce DiDonato, Laurent Naouri, Patrizia Ciofi, Renaud Delaigue, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: Entracte IIHector Berlioz, John Nelson, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H 76a, Act 2: "Tra la la la... Mais qu'ai-je donc ?" (Ascanio)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Joyce DiDonato, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: "Seul pour lutter" (Cellini)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Gregory Kunde, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: "Sur les monts les plus sauvages" (Cellini)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Gregory Kunde, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: "Bienheureux les matelots" (Chorus, Cellini, Francesco, Bernardino, Ascanio)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Choeur de Radio France, Gregory Kunde, Joyce DiDonato, Marc Mauillon, Éric Salha, Orchestre National De France
Berlioz: Benvenuto Cellini, H. 76a, Act 2: "Vite, au travail, sans plus attendre ! ... Fieramosca !" (Cellini, Ascanio, Fieramosca)Hector Berlioz, John Nelson, Gregory Kunde, Jean-Francois Lapointe, Joyce DiDonato, Orchestre National De France
Hector Berlioz, born in 1803 near Grenoble, France, was a pioneering figure in the Romantic era, known for his bold and innovative compositions that often defied convention. Despite his father's insistence on a medical career, Berlioz pursued his passion for music, becoming a composer and conductor of remarkable originality. His works, such as the dramatic "Symphonie fantastique" and the grand "Requiem," showcase his masterful orchestration and vivid storytelling. Berlioz's output spans various genres, including symphonies, operas like "Les Troyens," and choral pieces that push the boundaries of musical expression. His unique vision and unyielding creativity make him a standout figure in classical music history.
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Immerse yourself in the dramatic world of Hector Berlioz's "Benvenuto Cellini," a captivating opera semiseria that brings to life the tumultuous existence of the renowned Renaissance artist. Released in 2005 under the Parlophone UK label, this two-hour and twenty-nine-minute masterpiece is a testament to Berlioz's genius, offering a rich tapestry of orchestral and vocal brilliance that has stood the test of time.
Benvenuto Cellini, composed between 1834 and 1838, is a rare gem in the operatic repertoire, known for its intricate libretto by Léon de Wailly and Auguste Barbier. The opera, set in four tableaux across two acts, premiered at the Paris Opéra in 1838 but faced initial criticism. Despite its tumultuous debut, the work has since gained recognition for its innovative structure and vibrant musical storytelling.
This album features a comprehensive collection of tracks from the opera, including the stirring overture and a plethora of arias and ensembles that showcase Berlioz's unique compositional style. From the tender and lyrical "Ah, que l'amour une fois dans le cœur" to the energetic and rhythmic "À boire, à boire!", each piece is a testament to Berlioz's ability to convey a wide range of emotions through music.
The recording, conducted by John Nelson and featuring an outstanding cast including Patrizia Ciofi and Gregory Kunde, brings a fresh and dynamic interpretation to Berlioz's score. Nelson's approach highlights the rhythmic intricacies and dramatic contrasts that make "Benvenuto Cellini" a compelling listen. The album is a must for both classical music enthusiasts and those seeking to explore the rich heritage of 19th-century opera.
Experience the passion, intrigue, and artistic brilliance of Benvenuto Cellini through the lens of Hector Berlioz's extraordinary composition. This album is not just a collection of tracks; it's a journey through the life and times of one of history's most fascinating figures, brought to life by the masterful orchestration and vocal performances that define Berlioz's legacy.
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