Experience the enchanting allure of the night with Elīna Garanča's captivating new album, "When Night Falls...". Released on World Sleep Day, March 15, 2024, this exquisite collection of songs invites you to withdraw from the world and immerse yourself in the intimate, calming atmosphere of the evening hours. Garanča, renowned for her powerful and expressive mezzo-soprano voice, curates a personal and soothing journey through the nuances of nighttime, from twilight to the quiet of the early morning.
The album features a diverse range of compositions, including traditional songs and vocal nocturnes by classical masters such as Schubert, Brahms, Strauss, and Humperdinck. Garanča's selections also pay homage to her Latvian heritage and Spanish influences, offering a rich tapestry of musical styles and cultural flavors. Accompanied by the Orquestra Filarmónica de Gran Canaria, the Berlin Music Ensemble, and esteemed musicians like Albrecht Mayer and Raphaël Feuillâtre, Garanča delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply personal.
"When Night Falls..." spans 59 minutes and includes 18 tracks, each carefully chosen to evoke the serene and reflective mood of the night. From the gentle lullabies of Brahms and Strauss to the evocative folk songs of Spain and Latvia, this album is a testament to Garanča's artistic versatility and her ability to connect with her audience on a profound level. Whether you're seeking relaxation, inspiration, or simply a moment of quiet reflection, this album is sure to become a cherished addition to your collection.
5 Lieder, Op. 41: No. 1, Wiegenlied (Transcr. for Mezzosoprano and Orchestra)Richard Strauss, Elina Garanca, Orquesta Filarmónica de Gran Canaria, Karel Mark Chichon
Hänsel und Gretel: Abends will ich schlafen gehnEngelbert Humperdinck, Elina Garanca, Orquesta Filarmónica de Gran Canaria, Karel Mark Chichon
7 Canciones populares españolas: No. 3, Asturiana (Orch. Halffter)Manuel de Falla, Elina Garanca, Orquesta Filarmónica de Gran Canaria, Karel Mark Chichon
Canción de cuna para dormir a un negrito (Transcr. for Mezzosoprano and Guitar)Xavier Montsalvatge, Elina Garanca, José Maria Gallardo del Rey
Folk Songs: No. 2, I Wonder as I WanderLuciano Berio, Elina Garanca, Berlin Music Ensemble
Folk Songs: No. 3, Loosin yelavLuciano Berio, Elina Garanca, Berlin Music Ensemble
Sogno (Arr. Bleton for Mezzosoprano and Guitar)Paolo Tosti, Elina Garanca, Raphaël Feuillâtre
Nana CriollaJosé Maria Gallardo del Rey, Elina Garanca
Canción de cunaJosé Maria Gallardo del Rey, Elina Garanca
Mersedesa (Transcr. for Mezzosoprano, Guitar and Piano)Raimonds Pauls, Elina Garanca, José Maria Gallardo del Rey
5 Lieder, Op. 49: No. 4, Wiegenlied (Arr. Tarkmann for Mezzosoprano, Oboe and Piano)Johannes Brahms, Elina Garanca, Albrecht Mayer, Malcolm Martineau
Kalniņš, AijaijaAlfrēds Kalniņš, Elina Garanca, Malcolm Martineau
Zālīts, Pel t,velc miedziiņuJānis Zālīts, Elina Garanca, Malcolm Martineau
Kalniņš: Sūpļa dzeesmaAlfrēds Kalniņš, Elina Garanca, Malcolm Martineau
Nacht und Träume, D. 827Franz Schubert, Elina Garanca, Malcolm Martineau
Mazs, laimīgs zēns: No. 8, Vientuļais Namiņš (Transcr. for Mezzosoprano and Piano)Raimonds Pauls, Elina Garanca
Aicinajums (Transcr. for Mezzosoprano and Piano)Raimonds Pauls, Elina Garanca