Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical music with Felicity Lott's "Sweet Power of Song," a captivating album released on November 1, 2000, under the Warner Classics label. This exquisite collection spans a rich tapestry of genres, including opera, choral, and classical, offering a diverse and engaging listening experience that lasts over two hours and seventeen minutes.
Felicity Lott, renowned for her crystalline soprano and nuanced performances, is joined by esteemed collaborators Ann Murray and Graham Johnson, creating a harmonious blend of voices that brings to life a wide array of compositions. The album features works by legendary composers such as Beethoven, Schumann, Brahms, Berlioz, Fauré, Britten, and Mendelssohn, among others. From the delicate beauty of Beethoven's Irish songs to the lyrical elegance of Fauré's mélodies, each track is a testament to the timeless appeal of classical music.
"Sweet Power of Song" is not just an album; it's a journey through the depths of human emotion and artistic expression. Felicity Lott's masterful interpretation of these pieces, coupled with the exquisite accompaniment, makes this a standout release in her illustrious career. Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding experience that showcases the enduring power of song.
Beethoven: 25 Irish Songs, WoO 152: No. 2, Sweet Power of Song (Andantino grazioso) - for 2 Voices, Violin, Cello and KeyboardLudwig van Beethoven, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
12 Irish Songs WoO154: The Elfin Fairies WoO 154 No. 1 (words Thomson) (duet)Ludwig van Beethoven, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
12 Irish Songs WoO154: Oh! would I were but that sweet linnet WoO 154 No. 9 (words Smyth) (duet)Ludwig van Beethoven, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Beethoven: 25 Irish Songs, WoO 152: No. 12, English Bulls, "Och, Have You Not Heard" (Allegro più tosto vivace) - for Voice, Violin, Cello and KeyboardLudwig van Beethoven, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Schumann: Liederalbum für die Jugend, Op. 79: No. 24, Er ist'sRobert Schumann, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Schumann: Liederalbum für die Jugend, Op. 79: No. 19, FrühlingsliedRobert Schumann, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Schumann: Liederalbum für die Jugend, Op. 79: No. 27, SchneeglöckchenRobert Schumann, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Schumann: Liederalbum für die Jugend, Op. 79: No. 16, Das GlückRobert Schumann, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
4 Duets Op. 61: Die Schwestern (wds. Mörike) Op.61 No.1Johannes Brahms, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Brahms: 4 Duets, Op. 61: No. 2, Klosterfräulein, "Ach, ach, ich armes Klosterfäulein!" (Andante)Johannes Brahms, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Brahms: 4 Duets, Op. 61: No. 3, Phänomen, "Wenn zu der Regenwand Phöbus sich gattet" (Poco andante)Johannes Brahms, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
4 Duets Op. 61: Die Boten der Liebe (trad Czech trans Wenzig) Op.61 No.4Johannes Brahms, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Berlioz: Pleure, pauvre Colette, H 11Hector Berlioz, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Berlioz: Fleurs des landes, Op. 13, H 124: III. Le Trébuchet, H 113Hector Berlioz, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Gounod: D'un cœur qui t'aime, Double chœur: "D'un cœur qui t'aime" (Tranquillissimo e un poco andante)Charles Gounod, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Gounod: 15 Mélodies enfantines: No. 15, L'arithmétiqueCharles Gounod, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
2 Duos Op. 11: La nuit (wds. T. de Banville) Op.11 No.1Ernest Chausson, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
2 Duos Op. 11: Le réveil (wds. H. Balzac) Op.11 No.2Ernest Chausson, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Saint-Saëns: PastoraleCamille Saint-Saëns, Destouches, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Saint-Saëns: El DesdichadoCamille Saint-Saëns, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Fauré: Pleurs d'or, Op. 72Albert Samain, Gabriel Fauré, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Fauré: 2 Duos, Op. 10: No. 2, TarentelleGabriel Fauré, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Britten: Purcell Realizations, 6 Duets from Orpheus Britannicus: No. 1, Sound the Trumpet (Version with Piano)Henry Purcell, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Britten: Purcell Realizations, 5 Songs from Orpheus Britannicus: No. 1, I Attempt from Love's Sickness to FlyHenry Purcell, Ann Murray/Graham Johnson, Graham Johnson
Britten: Purcell Realizations, 6 Duets from Orpheus Britannicus: No. 3, Lost Is My QuietHenry Purcell, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Britten: Purcell Realizations, 7 Songs from Orpheus Britannicus: No. 1, Fairest Isle (Version with Piano)Henry Purcell, Dame Felicity Lott/Graham Johnson, Graham Johnson
Britten: Purcell Realizations, 6 Duets from Orpheus Britannicus: No. 4, What Can We Poor Females Do?Henry Purcell, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Mendelssohn: 3 Volkslieder, WoO 11: No. 3, Wasserfahrt, MWV J3Felix Mendelssohn, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Mendelssohn: 6 Duets, Op. 63: No. 5, Volkslied, MWV J10Felix Mendelssohn, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson, Paavo Berglund, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra
Mendelssohn: 6 Songs, Op. 34: No. 2, Auf Flügeln des Gesanges, MWV K86Felix Mendelssohn, Ann Murray/Graham Johnson, Graham Johnson
Mendelssohn: 6 Songs, Op. 19a: No. 4, Neue Liebe, MWV K70Felix Mendelssohn, Dame Felicity Lott/Graham Johnson, Graham Johnson
Mendelssohn: 3 Volkslieder, WoO 11: No. 2, Abendlied, MWV J2Felix Mendelssohn, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Mendelssohn: 6 Duette, Op. 63: No. 6, Maiglöckchen und die Blümelein, MWV J7Felix Mendelssohn, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Soirées musicales: La pesca - No.10Gioachino Rossini, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Rossini: La regata veneziana: II. Anzoletta co passa la regata, "I xe qua, vardeli" (Allegretto agitato)Gioachino Rossini, Ann Murray/Graham Johnson
Soirées musicales: La promessa (Canzonetta) - No.1Gioachino Rossini, Dame Felicity Lott/Graham Johnson
Cats' Duet (Duetto buffo di due gatti)Gioachino Rossini, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
La SiestaAnonymous, Charles Gounod, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Les Trois oiseauxCoppée, Léo Delibes, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Massenet: Rêvons, c'est l'heureJules Massenet, Paul Verlaine, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Massenet: Trois mélodies, deux duos et un trio, Op. 2: No. 5, Joie !Camille Distel, Jules Massenet, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Paladilhe: Au bord de l'eau, Duettino: "S'asseoir tous deux au bord d'un flot qui passe" (Andantino)Emil Paladilhe, Prudhomme, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Cache-cacheLouis-François-Marie Aubert, Puyvallée, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Balfe: Trust her NotHenry Wadsworth Longfellow, Michael William Balfe, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Sullivan: Coming Home, Duet: "While swiftly the Tide" (Allegretto)Arthur Sullivan, Reece, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Quilter: 5 Shakespeare Songs, Set No. 2, Op. 23: III. It was a lover and his lass (Allegretto moderato)Roger Quilter, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Britten: 2 Ballads for Two Voices and Piano: No. 1, Mother ComfortBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson
Britten: 2 Ballads for Two Voices and Piano: No. 2, Underneath the AbjectBenjamin Britten, Felicity Lott, Ann Murray, Graham Johnson