Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Amy Beach, a trailblazing American composer, with her captivating album 'Beach: Chanson D'Amour'. Released on 1 February 2002 by the esteemed label BIS, this chamber music masterpiece is a testament to Beach's innovative and expressive style.
The album features a diverse range of compositions, including the exquisite '3 Songs, Op. 19', '3 Browning Songs, Op. 44', and '3 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 37', which showcase Beach's remarkable ability to set poetry to music. The 'Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 150' is a highlight of the album, with its intricate and emotive passages that demonstrate Beach's technical skill and artistic vision.
With a duration of 1 hour and 5 minutes, 'Beach: Chanson D'Amour' is a substantial and satisfying listening experience that will appeal to fans of classical music and chamber works. Amy Beach's unique voice and perspective shine throughout the album, making it a compelling and rewarding listen. Through her music, Beach invites you to experience the beauty and intimacy of her compositions, performed with precision and passion.
Tracks
3 Songs, Op. 19 (text by a.M. Beach): Ecstasy, Op. 19 No. 2 [Soprano, Violin and Piano]Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Songs, Op. 21: Three Songs, Op. 21, No. 1: Chanson d'amour (Soprano, Cello and Piano) [Version for voice, cello and piano]Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
2 Songs, Op. 100: A Mirage, Op. 100 No. 1 (Soprano and Piano Trio)Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
2 Songs, Op. 100: Stella Viatoris, Op. 100 No. 2 (Soprano and Piano Trio)Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
Rendezvous, Op. 120Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Browning Songs, Op. 44: I. The Year's at the SpringAmy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Browning Songs, Op. 44: II. Ah, Love, but a day!Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Browning Songs, Op. 44: III. I send my heart up to thee!Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
Romance, Op. 23 (Violin and Piano)Amy Beach, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 37: I. O Mistress MineAmy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 37: II. Take, O take those lips awayAmy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 37: III. Fairy LullabyAmy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 150: I. AllegroAmy Beach, Romantic Chamber Group of London
Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 150: II. Lento espressivoAmy Beach, Romantic Chamber Group of London
Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 150: III. Allegro con brioAmy Beach, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 37: Nahe des Geliebten, Op. 35, No. 3 (Soprano and Piano)Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
4 Songs, Op. 51 (text by e. Wissman, H. Eschelbach and a. Silvestre): Ich sagte nicht, Op. 51, No. 1 [Soprano and Piano]Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
4 Songs, Op. 51 (text by e. Wissman, H. Eschelbach and a. Silvestre): Wir drei, Op. 51, No. 1 [Soprano and Piano]Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
4 Songs, Op. 51 (text by e. Wissman, H. Eschelbach and a. Silvestre): Je demande a l'oiseau, Op. 51, No. 4Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
4 Songs, Op. 48 (text by a. Silvestre): Canzonetta, Op. 48, No. 4 [Soprano and Piano]Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Songs, Op. 21 (text by F. Bovet): Elle et moi, Op. 21, No. 3 [Soprano and Piano]Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
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