Experience the timeless artistry of Dame Joan Sutherland in "Personal Choices," a captivating collection of opera and classical vocal masterpieces. Released on January 27, 2023, this album showcases Sutherland's extraordinary vocal range and her ability to breathe life into some of the most beloved arias and songs in the classical repertoire. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes, this album is a testament to Sutherland's enduring legacy and her status as one of the greatest sopranos of all time.
The album opens with "Il Bacio," a piece that highlights the young Joan Sutherland's powerful and sparkling voice. From there, it takes listeners on a journey through a diverse array of compositions, including works by Handel, such as arias from "Samson" and "Alcina," as well as popular songs like "The Last Rose of Summer" and "Home Sweet Home!" The tracklist also features lesser-known gems like "Nel cor più non mi sento" and "Die Loreley," showcasing Sutherland's versatility and depth as a performer.
"Personal Choices" is a celebration of Joan Sutherland's remarkable career and her enduring impact on the world of opera and classical music. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer to her work, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the best of Sutherland's artistry. With its stunning vocal performances and carefully curated selection of pieces, "Personal Choices" is a true gem in the world of classical music.
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Tracks
Il BacioLuigi Arditi, Dame Joan Sutherland
Crispino e la comare: Io non sono più l’AnnettaFederico Ricci, Dame Joan Sutherland
Lo, Hear the Gentle LarkHenry Rowley Bishop, Dame Joan Sutherland
The Gypsy and the BirdDame Joan Sutherland
Samson, HWV 57: Let the bright seraphimGeorge Frideric Handel, Dame Joan Sutherland
Sweet Pretty BirdDame Joan Sutherland
La fioraia fiorentinaDame Joan Sutherland
Nel cor più non mi sentoDame Joan Sutherland
Atalanta, HWV 35: Care selveGeorge Frideric Handel, Dame Joan Sutherland
When Daisies Pied "Cuckoo Song"Thomas Arne, Dame Joan Sutherland
MattinataRuggero Leoncavallo, Dame Joan Sutherland
IdealeDame Joan Sutherland
Songs My Mother Taught MeAntonin Dvorák, Dame Joan Sutherland
The Bohemian Girl: I Dreamt I Dwelt in Marble HallsMichael William Balfe, Dame Joan Sutherland
The Last Rose of Summer (Arr. for Soprano by Friedrich von Flotow)Traditional, Dame Joan Sutherland
Furia di DonnaNiccolo Piccinni, Dame Joan Sutherland
Alcina, HWV 34: Tornami a vagheggiarGeorge Frideric Handel, Dame Joan Sutherland
Samson, HWV 57: With plaintive noteGeorge Frideric Handel, Dame Joan Sutherland
Die Loreley, S.273Franz Liszt, Dame Joan Sutherland
Home Sweet Home!Henry Rowley Bishop, Dame Joan Sutherland