Embark on a captivating journey through the world of opera with Norwegian soprano Lise Davidsen's stunning debut album, "Beethoven - Wagner - Verdi." Released on March 26, 2021, under Decca Music Group Ltd., this collection showcases Davidsen's extraordinary vocal range and emotional depth, spanning iconic works from three of classical music's most revered composers.
The album opens with a powerful rendition of Beethoven's "Fidelio," followed by a series of arias and orchestral pieces that highlight Davidsen's versatility and technical prowess. From the intense drama of Verdi's "Otello" to the lush romanticism of Wagner's "Wesendonck Lieder," each track is a masterclass in vocal performance, accompanied by the lush orchestrations of the Deutsche Symphonie-Orchester Berlin under the baton of conductor Christian Thielemann.
With a total runtime of just over an hour, this album is a testament to Davidsen's artistry and her ability to bring new life to these timeless pieces. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Beethoven - Wagner - Verdi" is an essential addition to any classical music collection, offering a thrilling exploration of some of the most beloved and enduring works in the operatic canon.
Tracks
Fidelio, Op. 72, Act I: Abscheulicher! Wo eilst du hin?Ludwig van Beethoven, Lise Davidsen, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Mark Elder
Ah perfido!, Op. 65: Recitativo. Allegro con brio (Ed. Herttrich)Ludwig van Beethoven, Lise Davidsen, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Mark Elder
Ah perfido!, Op. 65: Aria. Adagio (Ed. Herttrich)Ludwig van Beethoven, Lise Davidsen, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Mark Elder
Ah perfido!, Op. 65: Allegro assai "Ah crudel! crudel!" (Ed. Herttrich)Ludwig van Beethoven, Lise Davidsen, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Mark Elder
Medea, Act I: Dei tuoi figli la madre (Ed. Testi)Luigi Cherubini, Lise Davidsen, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Mark Elder
Cavalleria rusticana: Voi lo sapete, o mamaPietro Mascagni, Lise Davidsen, Rosalind Plowright, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Mark Elder
La forza del destino, Act IV: Pace, pace, mio DioGiuseppe Verdi, Lise Davidsen, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Mark Elder
Otello, Act IV: Ave Maria, piena di graziaGiuseppe Verdi, Lise Davidsen, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Mark Elder
Wesendonck Lieder, WWV 91: No. 1, Der Engel (Orch. Mottl)Richard Wagner, Lise Davidsen, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Mark Elder
Wesendonck Lieder, WWV 91: No. 2, Stehe still! (Orch. Mottl)Richard Wagner, Lise Davidsen, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Mark Elder
Wesendonck Lieder, WWV 91: No. 3, Im Treibhaus (Orch. Mottl)Richard Wagner, Lise Davidsen, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Mark Elder
Wesendonck Lieder, WWV 91: No. 4, Schmerzen (Orch. Mottl)Richard Wagner, Lise Davidsen, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Mark Elder
Wesendonck Lieder, WWV 91: No. 5, Träume (Orch. Wagner)Richard Wagner, Lise Davidsen, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Mark Elder
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