Brad Mehldau's "Love Sublime: Songs for Soprano and Piano" is a captivating collaboration with renowned soprano Renée Fleming, released on Nonesuch in 2006. This jazz album, clocking in at 48 minutes, is a unique blend of music and poetry, featuring settings of Rainer Maria Rilke's profound verses from "The Book of Hours: Love Poems to God" and "The Blue Estuaries".
Recorded live at Carnegie Hall's Zankel Hall in May 2005, the album showcases Mehldau's intricate piano compositions paired with Fleming's ethereal vocals. The 11-track collection includes pieces like "Your First Word Was Light", "I Love the Dark Hours of My Being", and the title track "Love Sublime", each offering a deep dive into themes of love, introspection, and spirituality.
Mehldau's mastery of jazz piano is on full display, providing a rich, textured backdrop to Fleming's soaring vocals. The album is a testament to the power of collaboration, with both artists bringing their unique strengths to create a harmonious and evocative listening experience. Whether you're a fan of jazz, classical, or simply appreciate the art of song, "Love Sublime" is an album that promises to leave a lasting impression.
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