Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Maurice Ravel with his captivating collection of mélodies, released on January 1, 2016, under the Orfeo label. This exquisite album spans a diverse range of genres, including classical, classical piano, and neoclassical, offering a rich and varied listening experience that showcases Ravel's mastery of composition.
The album features a stunning array of tracks, from the hauntingly beautiful "Un grand sommeil noir" to the lively and rhythmic "Tout gai!" from the "5 Mélodies populaires grecques" suite. Ravel's intricate and evocative settings of poems by Clément Marot, as well as his vivid depictions of nature in "Histoires naturelles," highlight his ability to blend words and music seamlessly. The album also includes the charming and whimsical "Don Quichotte à Dulcinée," a cycle of songs that brings to life the adventures of Cervantes' beloved character.
With a duration of 51 minutes, this album is a perfect introduction to Ravel's lyrical and expressive vocal works. Whether you're a longtime fan of classical music or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, "Ravel: Mélodies" is sure to captivate and inspire. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the timeless beauty of Ravel's mélodies, performed with exquisite artistry and sensitivity.
2016 Orfeo2016 Orfeo
Tracks
Un grand sommeil noir, M. 6Maurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
Epigrammes de Clément Marot: No. 1, D'Anne qui me jecta de la neige, M. 21Maurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
Epigrammes de Clément Marot: No. 2, D'Anne jouent de l'espinette, M. 10Maurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
Histoires naturelles, M. 50: No. 1, Le paonMaurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
Histoires naturelles, M. 50: No. 2, Le grillonMaurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
Histoires naturelles, M. 50: No. 3, Le cygneMaurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
Histoires naturelles, M. 50: No. 4, Le martin-pêcheurMaurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
Histoires naturelles, M. 50: No. 5, Le pintadeMaurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
5 Mélodies populaires grecques: No. 1, Le réveil de la mariée, M.A 9Maurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
5 Mélodies populaires grecques: No. 2, Là-bas, vers l'église, M.A 10Maurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
5 Mélodies populaires grecques: No. 3, Quel galant m'est comparable, M.A 4Maurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
5 Mélodies populaires grecques: No. 4, Chanson des cueilleuses de lentisques, M.A 5Maurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
5 Mélodies populaires grecques: No. 5, Tout gai!, M.A 11Maurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
Chants populaires, M.A 17: No. 1, Chanson espagnoleMaurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
Chants populaires, M.A 17: No. 2, Chanson françaiseMaurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
Chants populaires, M.A 17: No. 3, Mélodie italienneMaurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
Chants populaires, M.A 17: No. 4, Chanson hébraïqueMaurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
Ronsard à son âme, M. 75Maurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
Rêves, M. 79Maurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
Don Quichotte à Dulcinée, M. 84 (Version for Baritone & Piano): No. 1, Chanson romanesqueMaurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
Don Quichotte à Dulcinée, M. 84 (Version for Baritone & Piano): No. 2, Chanson épiqueMaurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
Don Quichotte à Dulcinée, M. 84 (Version for Baritone & Piano): No. 3, Chanson à boireMaurice Ravel, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Hartmut Höll
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