Jessye Norman at Notre-Dame is a captivating classical album released in 1992 under Decca Music Group Ltd. This exquisite collection features the renowned soprano Jessye Norman, accompanied by the Orchestre National de Lyon under the direction of Lawrence Foster. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 4 minutes, the album showcases a diverse range of compositions, including sacred works, arias, and spirituals.
The album opens with the triumphant "Jubilate Fanfare - Jubilate Fantasy" and includes notable pieces such as Bach's "Magnificat in E flat, BWV 243a: Et exsultavit spiritus meus," Schubert's "Die Allmacht, D.852," and the traditional spiritual "Go tell it on the Mountain." Norman's powerful and expressive voice shines through each track, delivering a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply moving.
Recorded at the historic Notre-Dame Cathedral in Lyon, France, the album benefits from the stunning acoustics of the venue, enhancing the richness and depth of the music. Whether you're a longtime fan of Jessye Norman or new to her work, this album offers a memorable listening experience that highlights her extraordinary talent and versatility.
Jubilate Fanfare - Jubilate FantasyBruce Saylor, Jessye Norman, Maîtrise de Radio France, Choeur Régional Vittoria d'Ile de France, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Lawrence Foster
Magnificat in E flat, BWV 243a: Et exsultavit spiritus meusJohann Sebastian Bach, Jessye Norman, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Lawrence Foster
Ave Maria: arr. from Bach's Prelude No.1 BWV 846Charles Gounod, Jessye Norman, Fabrice Pierre
Geistliches Wiegenlied, Op. 91, No. 2Johannes Brahms, Jessye Norman, Zoltán Toth, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Lawrence Foster
Die Allmacht, D.852Franz Schubert, Jessye Norman, Maîtrise de Radio France, Choeur Régional Vittoria d'Ile de France, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Lawrence Foster
Behold that StarThomas W. Tally, Jessye Norman, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Lawrence Foster
Star of WonderBruce Saylor, Jessye Norman, Maîtrise de Radio France, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Lawrence Foster
Rockin' for the WorldAnonymous, Jessye Norman, Maîtrise de Radio France, Choeur Régional Vittoria d'Ile de France, Lawrence Foster
O Poor Little JesusAnonymous, Jessye Norman, Maîtrise de Radio France, Choeur Régional Vittoria d'Ile de France, Lawrence Foster
Go tell it on the MountainAnonymous, Jessye Norman, Maîtrise de Radio France, Choeur Régional Vittoria d'Ile de France, Lawrence Foster
Repentir (O Divine Redeemer)Charles Gounod, Jessye Norman, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Lawrence Foster
Messe solennelle de Ste. Cécile CG 56: SanctusCharles Gounod, Jessye Norman, Maîtrise de Radio France, Choeur Régional Vittoria d'Ile de France, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Lawrence Foster
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