"Chanson dans la nuit" is a captivating chamber music album featuring the exquisite collaboration between viola virtuoso Jitka Hosprová and harpist Kateřina Englichová. Released on February 24, 2012, under the Supraphon label, this album is a testament to the artists' mastery and the timeless beauty of the compositions they've chosen to interpret.
The album spans a diverse range of musical styles and periods, from the romantic elegance of Gabriel Fauré's "Après un rêve" to the intricate virtuosity of Gabriel Pierné's "Capriccio in C Minor, Op. 55 'Hommage à Paganini'". The duo also breathes new life into works by Debussy, Ravel, and Bach, among others, with arrangements specifically tailored for their instruments.
Hosprová's viola and Englichová's harp intertwine seamlessly, creating a rich tapestry of sound that highlights the unique qualities of each piece. The album's duration of 57 minutes offers a satisfying exploration of these arrangements, showcasing the artists' technical prowess and musical sensitivity.
Recorded at the prestigious Suk Hall of the Rudolfinum, this album is a must-listen for enthusiasts of chamber music and those seeking to discover the enchanting possibilities of the viola and harp duo. "Chanson dans la nuit" is not just an album, but a journey through the evocative landscapes of classical music, guided by the artistry of Jitka Hosprová and Kateřina Englichová.
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Tracks
3 Songs, Op. 7: No. 1, Après un rêve - Arr. for Viola and HarpGabriel Fauré, Jitka Hosprová, Kateřina Englichová
Chanson dans la nuit for Solo HarpCarlos Salzedo, Kateřina Englichová
Vocalise-étude en forme de Habanera in G Minor, M. 55 - Arr. for Viola and HarpMaurice Ravel, Jitka Hosprová, Kateřina Englichová
Pavane pour une infante défunte in G Major, M. 19 - Arr. for Viola and HarpMaurice Ravel, Jitka Hosprová, Kateřina Englichová
Capriccio in C Minor, Op. 55 "Hommage à Paganini"Henri Vieuxtemps, Jitka Hosprová
Sicilienne and Rigaudon in the Style of Francoeur in B Minor: I. Sicilienne - Arr. for Viola and HarpFritz Kreisler, Jitka Hosprová, Kateřina Englichová
Sicilienne and Rigaudon in the Style of Francoeur in B Minor: II. Rigaudon - Arr. for Viola and HarpFritz Kreisler, Jitka Hosprová, Kateřina Englichová
5 Old French Dances: No. 1, L'agréable - Arr. for Viola and HarpMarin Marais, Jitka Hosprová, Kateřina Englichová
5 Old French Dances: No. 2, La provençale - Arr. for Viola and HarpMarin Marais, Jitka Hosprová, Kateřina Englichová
5 Old French Dances: No. 3, La musette - Arr. for Viola and HarpMarin Marais, Jitka Hosprová, Kateřina Englichová
5 Old French Dances: No. 4, La matelotte - Arr. for Viola and HarpMarin Marais, Jitka Hosprová, Kateřina Englichová
5 Old French Dances: No. 5, Le basque - Arr. for Viola and HarpMarin Marais, Jitka Hosprová, Kateřina Englichová
Violin Partita No. 1 in B Minor, BWV 1002: V. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Kateřina Englichová
Sicilienne in E-Flat Major - Arr. for Viola and HarpMaria Theresia von Paradis, Jitka Hosprová, Kateřina Englichová
2 Romances: No. 1, L'âme évaporée, L. 78 - Arr. for Viola and HarpClaude Debussy, Jitka Hosprová, Kateřina Englichová
Beau soir, L. 6 - Arr. for Viola and HarpClaude Debussy, Jitka Hosprová, Kateřina Englichová
Préludes, Livre 1, L. 117: No. 8, La fille aux cheveux de lin - Arr. for Viola and HarpClaude Debussy, Jitka Hosprová, Kateřina Englichová
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