Immerse yourself in the rich, romantic orchestrations of Hector Berlioz with this captivating album, released in 2003 by Warner Classics. This collection showcases the French composer's mastery across various genres, from dramatic choral works to intimate solo pieces. The album opens with the powerful "La Mort d'Orphée," a dramatic retelling of the mythical figure's demise, followed by the stirring "Chant guerrier" and the serene "Chant sacré," both from his "Irlande" suite. Berlioz's "Tristia" offers a poignant exploration of grief and loss, while the playful "Chanson à boire" and the innovative "Chant des chemins de fer" demonstrate his versatility. Each track is performed with precision and passion by the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra and the RIAS Kammerchor, conducted by Michel Plasson. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 3 minutes, this album is a testament to Berlioz's enduring influence on classical music, offering a compelling journey through his most evocative compositions.
Berlioz: La Mort d'Orphée, H. 25: I. IntroductionHector Berlioz, Michel Plasson, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse
Berlioz: La Mort d'Orphée, H. 25: II. "Prêtresses de Bacchus ... Ô seul bien qui me reste !" (Tenor)Hector Berlioz, Michel Plasson, Rolando Villazón, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse
Berlioz: La Mort d'Orphée, H. 25: III. "Quels cris affreux se font entendre ?" (Tenor)Hector Berlioz, Michel Plasson, Rolando Villazón, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse
Berlioz: La Mort d'Orphée, H. 25: IV. "Ô Dieu puissant, fils de Latone ... Ô Bacchus Evoé !" (Tenor, Chorus)Hector Berlioz, Michel Plasson, Rolando Villazón, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse
Berlioz: La Mort d'Orphée, H. 25: V. Tableau musicalHector Berlioz, Michel Plasson, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse
Berlioz: Tristia, Op. 18, H 119: I. Méditation religieuse, H 56bHector Berlioz, Michel Plasson, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Berlioz: Tristia, Op. 18, H 119: II. La mort d'Ophélie, H 92aHector Berlioz, Michel Plasson, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Berlioz: Tristia, Op. 18, H 119: III. Marche funèbre pour la dernière scène d'Hamlet, H 103Hector Berlioz, Michel Plasson, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Berlioz: Irlande, Op. 2, H 38: VI bis. Chant sacré, H 44bHector Berlioz, Rolando Villazón, Michel Plasson, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Berlioz: Irlande, Op. 2, H 38: III. Chant guerrier, H 41Hector Berlioz, Rolando Villazón, David Bismuth, Michel Plasson
Berlioz: Irlande, Op. 2, H 38: V. Chanson à boire, H 43Hector Berlioz, Rolando Villazón, David Bismuth, Michel Plasson
Berlioz: Feuillets d'album, Op. 9, H 121: III. Chant des chemins de fer, H 110Hector Berlioz, Michel Plasson, Les Éléments, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Berlioz: Irlande, Op. 2, H 38: VI. Chant sacré, H 44aHector Berlioz, Rolando Villazón, David Bismuth, Michel Plasson
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