Dive into the enchanting world of opera and classical music with Anne Sofie von Otter's "The Art Of Anne Sofie Von Otter," a captivating collection released in 2013. This album is a testament to the Swedish mezzo-soprano's extraordinary versatility and artistry, featuring a diverse range of pieces that showcase her remarkable vocal prowess.
Spanning a little under two hours, this album is a journey through various genres and styles, from opera and oratorios to lieder and even a touch of rock and pop. Anne Sofie von Otter's repertoire is vast and varied, and this album is a beautiful representation of her musical range. The tracklist includes iconic pieces such as "Ave Maria," "Eugene Onegin," and "Requiem," alongside lesser-known but equally captivating works like "Haugtussa - Song Cycle" and "Berlin im Licht - Song."
Recorded under the prestigious Decca label, this album is a high-quality production that highlights von Otter's ability to bring depth and nuance to each performance. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or new to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. The live recordings, in particular, provide an intimate glimpse into von Otter's powerful stage presence and her ability to connect with her audience.
From the hauntingly beautiful "St. Matthew Passion" to the lively "One Touch Of Venus," each track on this album is a masterclass in vocal technique and musical interpretation. Anne Sofie von Otter's voice is a powerful instrument, capable of conveying a wide range of emotions and styles with ease. This album is a celebration of her talent and a testament to her enduring legacy in the world of classical music.
Les Contes d'Hoffmann / Act 4: Entr'acte (Barcarolle)Jacques Offenbach, Anne Sofie von Otter, Stephanie d' Oustrac, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski, Chorus Of Les Musiciens Du Louvre
Ave Maria, "Ellens Gesang III", D839Franz Schubert, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
La Cenerentola / Act 2: "Nacqui all'affanno e al pianto" - Live at Alte Oper, Frankfurt / 1986Gioachino Rossini, Anne Sofie von Otter, Frankfurter Opern- und Museumsorchester, James Levine
Haugtussa - Song Cycle, Op. 67: KillingdansEdvard Grieg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
Im Abendrot, D.799Franz Schubert, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
One Touch Of Venus: I'm A Stranger Here MyselfKurt Weill, Anne Sofie von Otter, NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchester, John Eliot Gardiner
St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244, Pt. 2: No. 39, Aria. Erbarme dich (Alto)Johann Sebastian Bach, Anne Sofie von Otter, Fredrik From, Baroque Concerto Copenhagen, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, TH. 5 / Act I: Scene and Aria. "Kak ya lyublyu pod zvuki pesen etikh" - "Uzh kak po mostu, mostochku"Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mirella Freni, Anne Sofie von Otter, Staatskapelle Dresden, James Levine
Requiem, K. 626: VI. BenedictusWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne Sofie von Otter, Barbara Bonney, Hans Peter Blochwitz, Willard White, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Haugtussa - Song Cycle, Op. 67: Ved gjaetle - bekkenEdvard Grieg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
La clemenza di Tito, K. 621 / Act I: "Parto, ma tu ben mio" - LiveWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne Sofie von Otter, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
La clemenza di Tito, K. 621 / Act I: "Oh Dei, che smania è questa"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne Sofie von Otter, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
One Touch Of Venus: Speak LowKurt Weill, Anne Sofie von Otter, NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchester, John Eliot Gardiner
Il pianto di Maria (Prev. Attrib. Handel as HWV 234): II. Cavatina. Se d'un Dio fui fatta madreGiovanni Battista Ferrandini, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Rückert-Lieder: Liebst du um SchönheitGustav Mahler, Anne Sofie von Otter, NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchester, John Eliot Gardiner
Serenade (From: "Don Juan")Gustav Mahler, Anne Sofie von Otter, Ralf Gothoni
Ariodante HWV 33 / Act 2: "Tu preparati a morire" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
Idomeneo, re di Creta, K.366 / Act 1: "Il padre adorato" - LiveWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne Sofie von Otter, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Agnus DeiJohann Sebastian Bach, Anne Sofie von Otter, Baroque Concerto Copenhagen, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Widerstehe doch der Sünde, BWV 54: I. Aria. Widerstehe doch der SündeJohann Sebastian Bach, Anne Sofie von Otter, Baroque Concerto Copenhagen, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Haugtussa - Song Cycle, Op. 67: ElskEdvard Grieg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
Berlin im Licht - SongKurt Weill, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
Der Wanderer an den Mond, D.870, op.80, no.1Franz Schubert, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
Paride ed Elena / Act 1: "O del mio dolce ardor"Christoph Willibald Gluck, Anne Sofie von Otter, Paul Goodwin, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Hercules, HWV 60 / Act 2: Aria: "When beauty sorrow's liv'ry wears"George Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
Haugtussa - Song Cycle, Op. 67: Det syngEdvard Grieg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
Med en Vandilje (With a waterlily), Op. 25, No. 4Edvard Grieg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
L'incoronazione di Poppea / Act 2: Adagiati, Poppea - Oblivion soave (Arnalta)Claudio Monteverdi, Anne Sofie von Otter, Jakob Lindberg, Jory Vinikour
Fünf Lieder, Op. 47: III. Sonntag "So hab ich doch"Johannes Brahms, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
Im Walde D 708Franz Schubert, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg