Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, the acclaimed soprano, invites you to immerse yourself in a timeless collection of songs with her album "Kiri sings Berlin, Gershwin & Kern." Released in 2009 under Warner Classics, this album is a celebration of the legendary compositions by Irving Berlin, George Gershwin, and Jerome Kern.
Spanning a little over an hour, this album features 23 tracks that showcase Te Kanawa's exquisite vocal range and artistry. From the playful "Let's Face The Music and Dance" to the poignant "Summertime," each song is a testament to the enduring appeal of these classic compositions. The album also includes beloved standards like "Blue Skies," "Cheek to Cheek," and "Easter Parade," performed with the same grace and elegance that have made Te Kanawa a beloved figure in the world of classical music.
Accompanied by the Abbey Road Ensemble and conducted by Jonathan Tunick, Te Kanawa's renditions are both intimate and grand, capturing the essence of each song with precision and passion. Whether you're a longtime fan of Te Kanawa or a newcomer to her work, "Kiri sings Berlin, Gershwin & Kern" is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the timeless beauty of these classic songs.
Let's Face The Music and DanceIrving Berlin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Abbey Road Ensemble, Jonathan Tunick
I Got The Sun In The MorningIrving Berlin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Abbey Road Ensemble, Jonathan Tunick
How Deep Is The Ocean?Irving Berlin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Abbey Road Ensemble, Jonathan Tunick
What'll I Do?Irving Berlin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Abbey Road Ensemble, Jonathan Tunick
Blue SkiesIrving Berlin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Abbey Road Ensemble, Jonathan Tunick
It's A Lovely Day TodayIrving Berlin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Abbey Road Ensemble, Jonathan Tunick
They Say It's Wonderful (from Annie Get Your Gun)Irving Berlin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Abbey Road Ensemble, Jonathan Tunick
Say It Isn't SoIrving Berlin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Abbey Road Ensemble, Jonathan Tunick
Cheek to cheek (from Top Hat)Irving Berlin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa/Jonathan Tunick/Abbey Road Ensemble, Jonathan Tunick, Abbey Road Ensemble, Abbey Road
Isn't This A Lovely Day? (from Top Hat)Irving Berlin, Kiri Te Kanawa, Jonathan Tunick
AlwaysDame Kiri Te Kanawa, Jonathan Tunick
The Song Is EndedIrving Berlin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Abbey Road Ensemble, Jonathan Tunick
I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm (from On the Avenue)Irving Berlin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Abbey Road Ensemble, Jonathan Tunick
It Only Happens When I Dance With YouIrving Berlin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Abbey Road Ensemble, Jonathan Tunick
Easter ParadeIrving Berlin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Abbey Road Ensemble, Jonathan Tunick
Gershwin: I Got Rhythm (From "Girl Crazy") [Orch. Russell Bennett]George Gershwin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, New Princess Theater Orchestra, John McGlinn, The Foursome
Gershwin Love Walked In (From "The Goldwyn Follies") [Orch. Powell]George Gershwin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, New Princess Theater Orchestra, John McGlinn
Gershwin: Someone to Watch over Me (From "Oh, Kay!") [Orch. Anderson]George Gershwin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, New Princess Theater Orchestra, John McGlinn
Gershwin: Summertime (From "Porgy and Bess")George Gershwin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, New Princess Theater Orchestra, John McGlinn, New York Choral Artists
Gershwin / Orch. Warner: By Strauss (From "The Show Is On")George Gershwin, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, New Princess Theater Orchestra, John McGlinn
High, Wide and Handsome: The Folks Who Live On the HillJerome Kern, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Jonathan Tunick, London Sinfonietta
Roberta: Smoke Gets In Your EyesJerome Kern, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Jonathan Tunick, London Sinfonietta
The Last Time I Saw ParisJerome Kern, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, London Sinfonietta, Jonathan Tunick