Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Geoffrey Parsons with "In recital, Calgary 1963," a captivating live album that transports you back to a pivotal moment in musical history. Released in 2010 by mpLive, this operatic masterpiece spans a rich 1 hour and 26 minutes, featuring 28 enchanting tracks that showcase Parsons' unparalleled skill and versatility.
From the stirring "Applause - Live" to the hauntingly beautiful "The Fairy Song" from "The Immortal Hour," this album is a testament to Parsons' extraordinary talent as a pianist and accompanist. The recital includes a diverse array of compositions, from Handel's "Alexander's Feast" to Britten's "On This Island," and even a selection of Shakespeare songs, offering a comprehensive journey through some of the most celebrated works in classical and operatic repertoire.
The album is further enriched by the presence of Richard Lewis, whose announcements intersperse the musical selections, providing context and enhancing the live concert experience. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "In recital, Calgary 1963" offers a profound and engaging listening experience that highlights the enduring legacy of Geoffrey Parsons.
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Tracks
Applause - LiveRichard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
Three Elegies upon the much lamented loss of our late most gracious Queen Mary: II. Incassum Lesbia - LiveHenry Purcell, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
Alexander's Feast, or the Power of Musick, HWV 75, Act I: XVIII. War, he sung, is toil and Trouble - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
Jephtha, HWV 70, Pt. 2: No. 49, Deeper and Deeper Still...Waft Her Angels - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
L'invitation au voyage: I. — - LiveHenri Duparc, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
Fêtes galantes, CD 45: IV. Clair de lune - LiveClaude Debussy, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
Phidylé: I. — - LiveHenri Duparc, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
First Announcement by Richard Lewis - LiveRichard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
Les contes D'Hoffmann: Legend of Kleinsack - LiveJacques Offenbach, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
On This Island: Let the Florid Music Praise - LiveBenjamin Britten, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
On This Island: Now the Leaves Are Falling Fast - LiveBenjamin Britten, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
On This Island: Seascape - LiveBenjamin Britten, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
On This Island: Nocturne - LiveBenjamin Britten, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
On This Island: As It Is Plenty - LiveBenjamin Britten, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
Four Poems by Fredegond Shove: IV. The Water Mill - LiveRalph Vaughan Williams, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
Poems by Fredegond Shove: III. The New Ghost - LiveRalph Vaughan Williams, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
Three Shakespeare Songs, Op. 6: II. O Mistress Mine, Where Are You Roaming - LiveRoger Quilter, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
Second Announcement by Richard Lewis - LiveRichard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
Six Songs from A Shropshire Lad: VI. Is My Team Ploughing? - LiveGeorge Butterworth, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
The Stuttering Lovers - LiveHerbert Hughes, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
I Will Give My Love an Apple - LiveRalph Vaughan Williams, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
The Plough Boy - LiveWilliam Shield, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
Third Announcement by Richard Lewis - LiveRichard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
Fair Maid of Perth: Serenade - LiveGeorges Bizet, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
Fourth Announcement by Richard Lewis - LiveRichard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
Manon: Le rêve - LiveJules Massenet, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
Fifth Announcement by Richard Lewis - LiveRichard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
The Immortal Hour: The Fairy Song - LiveRutland Boughton, Frank Mac Leod, Richard Lewis, Geoffrey Parsons
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