Delibes: Les filles de Cadix "Chanson espagnole"Léo Delibes, Natalie Dessay, Michael Schønwandt, Berliner Symphoniker
Delibes: Lakmé, Act III: "Tu m'as donné le plus doux rêve" (Lakmé, Gerald, Nilakantha)Léo Delibes, Michel Plasson, Natalie Dessay, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse
Verdi: La Traviata, Act 1: "È strano! È strano!...Ah, fors' è lui... Follie follie... Sempre libera" (Violetta) - extractGiuseppe Verdi, Natalie Dessay, Evelino Pidò, Concerto Köln
Verdi: I vespri siciliani, Act 5 Scene 2: "Mercé, dilette amiche" (Elena)Giuseppe Verdi, Natalie Dessay, Evelino Pidò, Concerto Köln
Thomas: Hamlet, Act 4: "Et maintenant écoutez ma chanson" (acte IV) Ophélie - extractAmbroise Thomas, Natalie Dessay, Choeur Les Elements, Michel Plasson, Orchestre Du Capitole De Toulouse
Bellini: La Sonnambula, Act II: "Ah! no credea mirarti" (Amina/Teresa/Rodolfo/Elvino/Alessio/Coro)Vincenzo Bellini, Evelino Pidò/Natalie Dessay/Carlo Colombara/Francesco Meli/Sara Mingardo/Orchestre de l'Opéra National de Lyon/Choeurs de l'Opéra National de Lyon, Carlo Colombara, Choeur De l'Opéra National De Lyon, Francesco Meli, Natalie Dessay, Orchestre De L'Opéra National De Lyon, Paul Gay, Sara Mingardo, Evelino Pidò
Mozart: Zaide, K. 344, Act 1: Arie. "Ruhe sanft, mein holdes Leben" (Zaide)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Natalie Dessay, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Louis Langrée
Mozart: Die Zauberflöte, K. 620, Act 1: "O zittre nicht, mein lieber Sohn!" (Königin der Nacht)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie, Natalie Dessay
Mozart: Die Zauberflöte, K. 620, Act 2: "Der Hölle Rache kocht in meinem Herzen" (Königin der Nacht)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie, Natalie Dessay
Handel: Alcina, HWV 34, Act 1: Aria. "Tornami a vagheggiar" (Morgana) [Live]George Frideric Handel, Les Arts Florissants, William Christie, Natalie Dessay
Les Indes galantes : Les Sauvages - Danse du Calumet de la Paix et duo Forêts paisiblesJean-Philippe Rameau, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Concert d'Astrée, Natalie Dessay, Stéphane Degout
Bach, JS: Jauchzet Gott in allen Landen, BWV 51: No. 4, Choral. "Sei Lob und Preis mit Ehren"Johann Sebastian Bach, Natalie Dessay, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Concert d'Astrée
Handel: Dixit Dominus, HWV 232: VII. De torrente in via bibetGeorge Frideric Handel, Emmanuelle Haïm, Natalie Dessay, Véronique Gens, Le Concert d'Astrée
Monteverdi: Madrigali guerrieri, et amorosi: Lamento della ninfa, SV 163Claudio Monteverdi, Emmanuelle Haïm, Christopher Purves, Le Concert d'Astrée, Natalie Dessay, Simon Wall, Topi Lehtipuu
Mozart: Mass in C Minor, K. 427 "Great": Et incarnatus estWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Louis Langrée, Natalie Dessay, Yves Castagnet, Le Concert d'Astrée
Mozart: "No no, che non sei capace", K. 419Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Natalie Dessay, Theodor Guschlbauer, Orchestre De L'Opéra National De Lyon
Brahms: Ein deutsches Requiem, Op. 45: V. Ihr habt nun TraurigkeitJohannes Brahms, Paavo Järvi, Natalie Dessay, Swedish Radio Choir, hr-Sinfonieorchester Frankfurt
Strauss, R: Brentano Lieder, Op. 68: No. 5, Amor (Version with Orchestra)Richard Strauss, Natalie Dessay, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Antonio Pappano
Orff: Carmina Burana, Pt. 3, Cour d'amours: In trutinaCarl Orff, Michel Plasson, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Debussy: Nuit d'étoiles, CD 2, L. 4Claude Debussy, Natalie Dessay, Philippe Cassard
Stölzel / Arr. Rombi: Bist du bei mir (Formerly Attributed to JS Bach as BWV 508, Arr. Rombi)Gottfried Heinrich Stölzel, Natalie Dessay, Philippe Rombi, Orchestre Symphonique Bel Arte
Villa-Lobos: Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5, W391: Ária. Cantilena (Version for Voice and Guitar)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Liat Cohen, Natalie Dessay
Jobim / Arr Kadishson: Les Eaux de MarsAntônio Carlos Jobim, Liat Cohen, Agnès Jaoui, Helena Noguerra, Natalie Dessay
Arlen: Somewhere Over the Rainbow (from "The Wizard of Oz")Harold Arlen, Quatuor Ébène
Legrand: Les moulins de mon coeur (from the movie The Thomas Crown Affair)Michel Legrand, Natalie Dessay, Eddy Marnay, François Laizeau, Pierre Boussaguet
Legrand: Le CinémaMichel Legrand, Natalie Dessay, Claude Nougaro, François Laizeau, Pierre Boussaguet
Legrand: Chanson de Delphine (from the movie Les Demoiselles de Rochefort)Michel Legrand, Natalie Dessay, François Laizeau, Pierre Boussaguet
What is this thing called love?Cole Porter, Shani Diluka, Natalie Dessay
Natalie Dessay, the acclaimed French soprano, invites you into her artistic world with "De l'opéra à la chanson," a captivating journey through the realms of opera and song. Released on November 17, 2014, under the Erato/Warner Classics label, this album is a testament to Dessay's extraordinary vocal prowess and versatility, spanning a duration of 2 hours and 38 minutes.
The album is a rich tapestry of musical genres, predominantly opera, showcasing Dessay's ability to navigate both classic and contemporary pieces with equal finesse. From the operatic masterpieces of Verdi, Mozart, and Handel to the enchanting compositions of Debussy, Strauss, and Villa-Lobos, each track is a masterclass in vocal artistry.
Highlights include Dessay's rendition of "Der Hölle Rache kocht in meinem Herzen" from Mozart's "Die Zauberflöte," a piece that demands both technical skill and dramatic intensity. Her interpretation of "In trutina" from Orff's "Carmina Burana" is another standout, showcasing her ability to convey deep emotional resonance.
The album also features a selection of French chansons, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication. Tracks like "Les moulins de mon coeur" from the movie "The Thomas Crown Affair" and "Le Cinéma" by Michel Legrand highlight Dessay's ability to infuse each piece with her unique charm and charisma.
"De l'opéra à la chanson" is not just an album; it's a celebration of Natalie Dessay's artistic journey, offering a glimpse into her world of music. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a casual listener, this album promises a rich and rewarding listening experience.
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