Get ready to be mesmerised by the captivating voice of Grace Bumbry in her extraordinary album, 'Grace Bumbry - Carmen and other legendary recordings'. Released on 1 June 2024 by UME - Global Clearing House, this 57-minute masterpiece is a testament to Grace Bumbry's incredible talent and dedication to the world of opera.
This stunning collection features some of the most iconic pieces from the opera repertoire, including Bizet's 'Carmen', Verdi's 'Don Carlo' and 'Il Trovatore', and Gluck's 'Orfeo ed Euridice'. With her powerful and expressive voice, Grace Bumbry brings to life the characters and stories that have captivated audiences for centuries. From the seductive 'Havanaise' to the poignant 'Che farò senza Euridice?', each track is a masterclass in vocal technique and emotional depth.
With a career spanning decades, Grace Bumbry has established herself as one of the most renowned opera singers of our time. This album is a showcase of her remarkable range and versatility, as she effortlessly navigates the complexities of opera, from the dramatic intensity of 'Macbeth' to the lyrical beauty of 'Samson et Dalila'. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or just discovering the genre, 'Grace Bumbry - Carmen and other legendary recordings' is an unforgettable listening experience that will leave you in awe of this exceptional artist's talent.
Carmen, WD 31 / Act 1: "L'amour est un oiseau rebelle" (Havanaise)Georges Bizet, Grace Bumbry, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Kulka János
Carmen, WD 31 / Act 1: "Près des remparts de Séville"Georges Bizet, Grace Bumbry, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Kulka János
Carmen, WD 31 / Act 3: En vain pour éviter les réponses amèresGeorges Bizet, Grace Bumbry, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Kulka János
Cavalleria rusticana: "Voi lo sapete, o mama" (Romanza)Pietro Mascagni, Grace Bumbry, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Kulka János
Judas Maccabaeus HWV 63 / Part 3: 53. Aria: "Father of Heav'n! from Thy eternal throne"George Frideric Handel, Grace Bumbry, Utah Symphony Orchestra, Maurice Abravanel
Samson et Dalila, Op. 47, R. 288 / Act 2: "Mon coeur s'ouvre à ta voix"Camille Saint-Saëns, Grace Bumbry, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Kulka János
The Maid Of Orléans, TH 6 / Act 1: Adieu, fôrets (Joan's Aria)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Grace Bumbry, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Kulka János
Don Carlo / Act 4: O don fataleGiuseppe Verdi, Grace Bumbry, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Kulka János
Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30 / Act 3: Aria: "Che farò senza Euridice?"Christoph Willibald Gluck, Grace Bumbry, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Kulka János
Aida / Act 1: Ritorna vincitor!Giuseppe Verdi, Grace Bumbry, Orchester der Deutschen Oper Berlin, Hans Löwlein
Il Trovatore / Act 2: "Stride la vampa!"Giuseppe Verdi, Grace Bumbry, Orchester der Deutschen Oper Berlin, Hans Löwlein
Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30 / Act 2: Arioso: "Che puro ciel, che chiaro sol"Christoph Willibald Gluck, Grace Bumbry, Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Kulka János
Macbeth / Act 2: Aria: "La luce langue"Giuseppe Verdi, Grace Bumbry, Orchester der Deutschen Oper Berlin, Hans Löwlein
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