Elvis Costello's "Il Sogno" is a captivating exploration of Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream," released on September 21, 2004, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label. This ambitious project blends the power pop genre with orchestral arrangements, resulting in a unique and engaging listening experience. The album is structured like a play, divided into three acts, each containing multiple tracks that narrate the story of the play. Elvis Costello's distinctive songwriting and vocal delivery shine throughout, offering a fresh perspective on the classic tale. With a duration of just over an hour, "Il Sogno" is a testament to Costello's versatility and creativity, making it a standout addition to his discography.
Tracks
Il Sogno: PreludeElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno: OvertureElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno: Puck 1Elvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act I: The CourtElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act I: The State of AffairsElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act I: Hermia and LysanderElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act I: The Jealousy of HelenaElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act I: Workers' PlaytimeElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act II: Oberon and TitaniaElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act II: The Conspiracy of Oberon and PuckElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act II: SlumberElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act II: Puck 2Elvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act II: The Identity ParadeElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act II: The Face of BottomElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act II: The Spark of LoveElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act II: TormentressElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act II: Oberon HumbeldElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act II: Twisted - Entangled - Transform and ExchangeElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act II: The Fairy and the AssElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act II: SleepElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act II: Bottom AwakesElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act II: Lovers AriseElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act III: The PlayElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
Il Sogno, Act III: The WeddingElvis Costello, London Symphony Orchestra, Michael Tilson Thomas
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