Immerse yourself in the rich, dramatic world of Hector Berlioz with this captivating album, "Berlioz: Cléopâtre; Herminie; 5 Mélodies." Released in 1988 under Decca Music Group Ltd., this classical masterpiece spans a concise yet impactful 67 minutes, offering a deep dive into Berlioz's romantic and orchestral genius. The album features two significant scenic works, "La Mort de Cléopâtre" and "Herminie," alongside five enchanting mélodies. Berlioz's compositions are brought to life by the London Symphony Orchestra, conducted by the esteemed Sir Colin Davis, with renowned soprano Janet Baker delivering a powerful performance. The album showcases Berlioz's unique ability to blend lyrical poetry with orchestral grandeur, making it a standout piece in the classical music repertoire. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or new to the genre, this album promises a rich and rewarding listening experience.
La Mort de Cléopâtre - Scène lyrique, H. 36: 1. "C'en est donc fait"Hector Berlioz, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
La Mort de Cléopâtre - Scène lyrique, H. 36: 2. "Ah! qu'ils sont loin"Hector Berlioz, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
La Mort de Cléopâtre - Scène lyrique, H. 36: 3. Méditation: "Grands Pharaons"Hector Berlioz, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
La Mort de Cléopâtre - Scène lyrique, H. 36: 4. "Non!...non, de vos demeures funèbres"Hector Berlioz, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
La Mort de Cléopâtre - Scène lyrique, H. 36: 5. "Dieux du Nil"Hector Berlioz, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Herminie - Scène lyrique, H. 29: 1. Récit: "Quel trouble te poursuit"Hector Berlioz, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Herminie - Scène lyrique, H. 29: 2. Air: "Ah! Si de la tendresse"Hector Berlioz, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Herminie - Scène lyrique, H. 29: 3. Récit: "Que dis-je?"Hector Berlioz, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Herminie - Scène lyrique, H. 29: 4. Air: "Arrête! Arrête! Cher TancrèdeHector Berlioz, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Herminie - Scène lyrique, H. 29: "Que Clorinde est heureuse!"Hector Berlioz, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Herminie - Scène lyrique, H. 29: 5. Air: "Venez, venez, terribles armes!"Hector Berlioz, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Herminie - Scène lyrique, H. 29: 6. Prière: "Dieu des chrétiens!"Hector Berlioz, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Herminie - Scène lyrique, H. 29: "Venez, venez, terribles armes!"Hector Berlioz, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
La belle voyageuse, Op. 2, No. 4 ("Ballade Irlande", H.42A)Hector Berlioz, Sheila Armstrong, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Le chasseur danois, Op. 19, No. 6 (H.104A)Hector Berlioz, John Shirley-Quirk, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
La captive, Op. 12 (Orientale H.60C)Hector Berlioz, Josephine Veasey, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Le jeune pâtre breton, Op. 13, No. 4 ("Fleurs des landes", H.65C)Hector Berlioz, Frank Patterson, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Zaïde, Op. 19, No. 1Hector Berlioz, Sheila Armstrong, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
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