Immerse yourself in the majestic world of Jean-Baptiste Lully's 'Lully: Armide, LWV 71', a sublime opera that showcases the composer's mastery of the genre. Released on 3 February 2023 by Warner Classics, this magnificent album is a testament to Lully's innovative spirit and artistic genius.
With a duration of 1 hour and 52 minutes, 'Lully: Armide, LWV 71' is a sweeping epic that transports you to a realm of beauty and drama. The album features a stunning array of tracks, each one a meticulously crafted gem that highlights Lully's skill in weaving together intricate melodies and harmonies.
From the opening notes of the Prologue, it is clear that 'Lully: Armide, LWV 71' is a work of profound depth and emotion. The opera's themes of love, power, and betrayal are expertly woven throughout the album, creating a rich tapestry of sound that is both captivating and haunting.
Throughout the album, Lully's music is brought to life by a talented cast of performers, who breathe passion and nuance into every note. The result is an album that is at once a thrilling theatrical experience and a deeply personal exploration of the human condition.
With 'Lully: Armide, LWV 71', Jean-Baptiste Lully cements his reputation as one of the most visionary composers of his era. This album is a must-listen for fans of opera and classical music, and a powerful introduction to Lully's work for newcomers. So sit back, relax, and let the beauty of 'Lully: Armide, LWV 71' wash over you.
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Prologue: OvertureJean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Prologue: "Tout doit céder dans l'Univers" (La Gloire, La Sagesse)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Danièle Borst, Greta de Reyghere, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Prologue: Entrée - "Suivons notre héros" (La Sagesse, La Gloire)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Danièle Borst, Greta de Reyghere, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Prologue: "Chantons la douceur de ses lois" (La Gloire, La Sagesse, Chœur)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Danièle Borst, Greta de Reyghere, La Chapelle Royale, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Prologue: Entrée - "Que dans le temple de mémoire" (Chœur)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, La Chapelle Royale, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 1: "Dans un jour de triomphe" (Armide, Phénice, Sidonie)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Danièle Borst, Rachel Yakar, Suzanne Gari, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 1: "Armide, que le sang qui m'unit avec vous" (Hidraot, Armide, Phénice, Sidonie)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Danièle Borst, Rachel Yakar, Suzanne Gari, Ulrich Cold, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 1: "Armide est encor plus aimable" (Hidraot, Chœur, Phénice, Sidonie)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Danièle Borst, La Chapelle Royale, Suzanne Gari, Ulrich Cold, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 1: "Ô ciel ! Ô disgrâce cruelle !" (Aronte, Hidraot, Armide, Chœur)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, La Chapelle Royale, Rachel Yakar, Ulrich Cold, Ulrich Studer, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 2: "Invincible héros, c'est par votre courage" (Artémidore, Renaud)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Martin Egel, Zeger Vandersteene, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 2: "Arrêtons-nous ici, c'est dans ce lieu fatal" (Hidraot, Armide)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Rachel Yakar, Ulrich Cold, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 2: "Plus j'observe ces lieux et plus je les admire" (Renaud)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Zeger Vandersteene, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 2: "Au temps heureux où l'on sait plaire" (Une nymphe des eaux, Chœur)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Greta de Reyghere, La Chapelle Royale, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 2: "On s'étonnerait moins que la saison nouvelle" (Une bergère héroïque)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Isabelle Poulenard, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 2: "Ah ! Quelle erreur ! Quelle folie !" (Chœur)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, La Chapelle Royale, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 2: "Enfin, il est en ma puissance" (Armide)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Rachel Yakar, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 3: "Ah ! Si la liberté me doit être ravie" (Armide)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Rachel Yakar, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 3: "Que ne peut point votre art ?" (Armide, Phénice, Sidonie)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Danièle Borst, Rachel Yakar, Suzanne Gari, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 3: "Venez, venez, haine implacable" (Armide)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Rachel Yakar, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 3: "Je réponds à tes vœux" (La Haine, Chœur, Armide)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, La Chapelle Royale, Rachel Yakar, Ulrich Studer, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 5: "Armide, vous m'allez quitter !" (Renaud, Armide)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Rachel Yakar, Zeger Vandersteene, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 5: Passacaille. "Les plaisirs ont choisi pour asile" (Un amant fortuné, Chœur, Renaud)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Guy de Mey, La Chapelle Royale, Zeger Vandersteene, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 5: "Il est seul, profitons d'un temps si précieux" (Renaud, Ubalde, Le Chevalier danois)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Guy de Mey, Martin Egel, Zeger Vandersteene, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 5: "Renaud ? Ciel ! Ô mortelle peine ! " (Armide, Renaud, Ubalde, Le Chevalier danois)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Guy de Mey, Martin Egel, Rachel Yakar, Zeger Vandersteene, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 5: "Le perfide Renaud me fuit" (Armide)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Rachel Yakar, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Jean-Baptiste Lully, born in Florence in 1632, was a titan of French Baroque music, despite his Italian roots. His life's work was deeply intertwined with the opulent court of Louis XIV, where he served as a composer, dancer, and instrumentalist. Lully's influence was so profound that he effectively controlled French court music from 1662 onwards, and his style resonated throughout Europe. He is renowned for his operas and his collaborations with the playwright Molière on numerous comédie-ballets, including the iconic "Le Bourgeois gentilhomme."
Lully's contributions to music are vast, with over 40 ballets and a significant body of sacred music to his name. He is credited with founding the French opera genre, creating a unique style of musical declamation that perfectly suited the French language. His tragic death in 1687, resulting from an infection caused by a conducting stick, only adds to the dramatic narrative of his life. Lully's legacy endures, making him a pivotal figure in the history of European music.
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