Experience the captivating artistry of Magdalena Kožená in this exquisite 2013 compilation, "The Art Of Magdalena Kozená." Spanning two discs and over two hours, this album is a testament to Kožená's extraordinary vocal range and versatility. The collection features a diverse array of opera arias, folk songs, and classical pieces, showcasing her ability to seamlessly transition between different musical styles and languages.
From beloved opera arias like "Lascia ch'io pianga" from Rinaldo and "Voi che sapete" from Le nozze di Figaro to enchanting folk songs from her native Czech Republic, Kožená's voice shines with clarity and depth. The album also includes works by renowned composers such as Bach, Mozart, and Dvořák, demonstrating Kožená's mastery of both historical and contemporary classical music.
Recorded with the Czech Philharmonic under the direction of Sir Simon Rattle, this album offers a rich and immersive listening experience. Kožená's powerful and expressive performances are complemented by the orchestra's exquisite playing, creating a harmonious blend of voices and instruments. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "The Art Of Magdalena Kozená" is sure to captivate and inspire.
Le Domino noir - Original Version / Act 3: Je suis sauvée enfin - Ah! quelle nuit - Flamme vengeresseDaniel Auber, Magdalena Kožená, Jean-Christophe Keck, Chorus Of Les Musiciens Du Louvre, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Marc Minkowski
Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492 / Act I: "Non so più cosa son, cosa faccio"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Magdalena Kožená, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Sir Simon Rattle
Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492 - with embellishments by Domenico Corri / Act II: "Voi che sapete"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Magdalena Kožená, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Sir Simon Rattle
Giulio Cesare in Egitto, HWV 17 / Atto terzo: No. 37 Aria "Da tempeste il legno infranto" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Magdalena Kožená, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
Was mir behagt, ist nur die muntre Jagd, Cantata BWV 208: Aria: Schafe können sicher weidenJohann Sebastian Bach, Magdalena Kožená, Musica Florea, Marek Stryncl
Mass In B minor, BWV 232 / Gloria: Laudamus teJohann Sebastian Bach, Magdalena Kožená, Musica Florea, Marek Stryncl
"Ach, dass ich Wassers g'nug hätte" LamentoJohann Christoph Bach, Magdalena Kožená, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Il Farnace, R.711 / Act 2: Gelido in ogni venaAntonio Vivaldi, Magdalena Kožená, Venice Baroque Orchestra, Andrea Marcon
Ariodante HWV 33 / Act III: "Dopo notte, atra e funesta"George Frideric Handel, Magdalena Kožená, Venice Baroque Orchestra, Andrea Marcon
Don Quichotte - Poème de Henri Cain, d'après Le Lorrain / Act 4: Lorsque le temps d'amour a fui - Par fortune - Alza! Alza! Ne pensons qu'au plaisierJules Massenet, Magdalena Kožená, Jean-Christophe Keck, Christophe Grapperon, Jean Zvellereiter, Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Marc Minkowski
Moravská lidová poesie v písních (Moravian Folk Poetry In Songs): 37. LaveckaLeoš Janáček, Magdalena Kožená, Malcolm Martineau
Moravská lidová poesie v písních (Moravian Folk Poetry In Songs): 12. JabúckoLeoš Janáček, Magdalena Kožená, Malcolm Martineau
Moravská lidová poesie v písních (Moravian Folk Poetry In Songs): 50. MuzikantiLeoš Janáček, Magdalena Kožená, Malcolm Martineau
Sì dolce è'l tormento, SV 332Claudio Monteverdi, Magdalena Kožená, Private Musicke, Pierre Pitzl
Biblical Songs, Op. 99 - Orchestrated By Vilém Zemánek: 3. Slyš o Bože! Slyš modlitbu mouAntonín Dvořák, Magdalena Kožená, Berliner Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Biblical Songs, Op. 99 - Orchestrated By Vilém Zemánek: 4. Hospodin jest můj pastýřAntonín Dvořák, Magdalena Kožená, Berliner Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
Biblical Songs, Op. 99 - Orchestrated By Vilém Zemánek: 5. Bože! Bože! Píseň novouAntonín Dvořák, Magdalena Kožená, Berliner Philharmoniker, Sir Simon Rattle
O bei lumiFilippo Vitali, Magdalena Kožená, Private Musicke, Pierre Pitzl
Felici gl'animiGiovanni Girolamo Kapsberger, Magdalena Kožená, Private Musicke, Pierre Pitzl
Cantate, Ariette e Duetti, Op. 2: L'Eraclito amoroso (Udite amanti)Barbara Strozzi, Magdalena Kožená, Private Musicke, Pierre Pitzl
Des Knaben Wunderhorn: Rheinlegendchen - Live at Severance Hall, Cleveland, 2010Gustav Mahler, Magdalena Kožená, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
Des Knaben Wunderhorn: Lob des hohen Verstandes - Live at Severance Hall, Cleveland, 2010Gustav Mahler, Magdalena Kožená, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez