Erna Berger, a renowned soprano, offers a captivating journey through the world of opera with her 2016 album, simply titled "Erna Berger." This collection, released under the Orfeo label, spans a little over an hour and sixteen minutes, featuring 18 tracks that showcase Berger's remarkable vocal prowess and versatility.
The album is a delightful blend of classical opera arias and art songs, ranging from Baroque to Romantic periods. It opens with a piece from the early 17th century, "Il Flaminio," and concludes with a late 19th-century gem, "Im Abendrot" by Franz Schubert. The tracklist includes works by composers such as Handel, Mozart, Schubert, and Franz Liszt, among others.
Berger's interpretation of these pieces is nothing short of extraordinary. Her voice, known for its agility and clarity, shines through in both the virtuosic passages and the tender, lyrical moments. The album is a testament to her technical skill and emotional depth, making it a captivating listen for both opera enthusiasts and casual listeners alike.
The album also features the accompaniment of Sebastian Peschko, whose piano playing complements Berger's voice beautifully. The chemistry between the two artists is evident, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to the listening experience.
"Erna Berger" is not just a collection of songs; it's a showcase of the artist's incredible talent and a celebration of some of the most beautiful music in the classical repertoire. Whether you're a long-time fan of Erna Berger or a newcomer to her work, this album is sure to leave you impressed and enchanted.
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Tracks
Il Flaminio: A lui donai il mio coreGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Erna Berger, Sebastian Peschko
Le nuove musiche: Amarilli mia bellaGiulio Caccini, Erna Berger, Sebastian Peschko
Rosalinda: Meco verrai su quellaFrancesco Maria Veracini, Erna Berger, Sebastian Peschko
Le violette: Le violetteAlessandro Scarlatti, Erna Berger, Sebastian Peschko
Trauer-Music eines kunsterfahrenen Canarienvogels, TWV 20:37Georg Philipp Telemann, Erna Berger, Sebastian Peschko
Semele, HWV 58: Where'er You WalkGeorge Frideric Handel, Erna Berger, Sebastian Peschko
A Third Collection of Favorite Songs sung at Vaux Hall by Miss Cowper: No. 1, Midst silent shades, W. H33Johann Christian Bach, Erna Berger, Sebastian Peschko
Pilgremen von Mekka: Einem Bach, der fliesstChristoph Willibald Gluck, Erna Berger, Sebastian Peschko
Ridente la calma (Arr. W.A. Mozart for Voice & Piano, K. 152/210a)Josef Mysliveček, Sebastian Peschko, Erna Berger
Abendempfindung, K. 523Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Erna Berger, Sebastian Peschko
Oiseaux, si tous les ans, K. 307Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Erna Berger, Sebastian Peschko
Der Zauberer, K. 472Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Erna Berger, Sebastian Peschko
An die untergehende Sonne, Op. 44, D. 457Franz Schubert, Erna Berger, Sebastian Peschko
Am Grabe Anselmos, Op. 6 No. 3, D. 504Franz Schubert, Erna Berger, Sebastian Peschko
Schafers Klagelied, Op. 3 No. 1, D. 121bFranz Schubert, Erna Berger, Sebastian Peschko
Im Abendrot, D. 799Franz Schubert, Erna Berger, Sebastian Peschko
Suleika I "Was bedeutet die Bewegung", Op. 14 No. 1, D. 720Franz Schubert, Erna Berger, Sebastian Peschko
Suleika II "Ach um deine feuchten Schwingen", Op. 31, D. 717Franz Schubert, Erna Berger, Sebastian Peschko