Renée Fleming and Bryn Terfel, two of the most celebrated voices in opera, join forces to present "Under The Stars," a captivating collection of beloved songs from the worlds of opera and Broadway. Recorded live at the 2002 Faenol Festival in the picturesque Welsh Mountains, this album offers a unique blend of classical elegance and theatrical flair.
The duo's chemistry is palpable as they navigate through a diverse repertoire, from the haunting beauty of "Moonfall" from "The Mystery of Edwin Drood" to the rousing energy of "Seventy-Six Trombones" from "The Music Man." The album also features a stirring antiwar protest with "The Beautiful Game: All The Love I Have" and a celebration of the American dream with "Ragtime: Wheels of a Dream."
Fleming and Terfel's shared passion for musical theatre shines through in their high-spirited performances, making this album a delight for both opera enthusiasts and Broadway aficionados. The Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, conducted by Paul Gemignani, provides a rich and dynamic accompaniment, enhancing the overall listening experience.
"Under The Stars" is a testament to the enduring power of great music and the magic that happens when two extraordinary artists come together. Whether you're a longtime fan of Renée Fleming and Bryn Terfel or discovering their talents for the first time, this album is sure to leave you enchanted.
Not while I'm around [Sweeney Todd]Stephen Sondheim, Renée Fleming, Bryn Terfel, Paul Gemignani, Welsh National Opera Orchestra
Moonfall [The Mystery of Edwin Drood]Rupert Holmes, Renée Fleming, Paul Gemignani, Welsh National Opera Orchestra
I don't remember you / Sometimes a day goes by [The Happy Time / Woman of the Year]John Kander, Bryn Terfel, Paul Gemignani, Welsh National Opera Orchestra
The Beautiful Game: All The Love I HaveAndrew Lloyd Webber, Bryn Terfel, Paul Gemignani, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Renée Fleming
I wish I could forget you / Loving you [Passion]Stephen Sondheim, Renée Fleming, Paul Gemignani, Welsh National Opera Orchestra
Stars [Les Misérables]Claude-Michel Schönberg, Bryn Terfel, Paul Gemignani, Welsh National Opera Orchestra
The Phantom Of The Opera: All I Ask Of YouAndrew Lloyd Webber, Renée Fleming, Bryn Terfel, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Paul Gemignani
Hello, young lovers [The King and I]Richard Rodgers, Renée Fleming, Paul Gemignani, Welsh National Opera Orchestra
Pretty women [Sweeney Todd]Stephen Sondheim, Bryn Terfel, Paul Gemignani, Welsh National Opera Orchestra
Roméo et Juliette: AimerGerard Maurice Henri Presgurvic, Renée Fleming, Bryn Terfel, Paul Gemignani, Welsh National Opera Orchestra
All the wasted time [Parade]Jason Robert Brown, Renée Fleming, Paul Gemignani, Welsh National Opera Orchestra
Seventy-Six Trombones [The Music Man]Meredith Willson, Bryn Terfel, Paul Gemignani, Welsh National Opera Orchestra
How could I ever know [The Secret Garden]Lucy Simon, Renée Fleming, Bryn Terfel, Paul Gemignani, Welsh National Opera Orchestra
So in love [Kiss me Kate]Cole Porter, Renée Fleming, Bryn Terfel, Paul Gemignani, Welsh National Opera Orchestra
Ragtime: Ragtime: Wheels of a DreamStephen Flaherty, Renée Fleming, Bryn Terfel, Paul Gemignani, Welsh National Opera Orchestra