Experience the golden voice of Nicolai Gedda, one of Sweden's most celebrated operatic tenors, with this exquisite collection of historical recordings. Spanning from 1960 to 1976, this album showcases Gedda's remarkable vocal range and interpretive prowess, featuring a mix of French art songs and operatic arias that highlight his lyrical and dramatic talents. The album opens with a captivating performance of Berlioz's "Les nuits d'été," a cycle of six songs that Gedda delivers with exquisite sensitivity and nuance. Other highlights include his renditions of Fauré's "Phidyle" and Debussy's "Beau soir," as well as a selection of songs from Massenet's "Manon" and Dukas's "Ariane et Barbe-Bleue." Throughout the album, Gedda's warm, expressive tone and impeccable technique shine, making this a essential addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection. Recorded by Swedish Radio and released by Bluebell Of Sweden, this album offers a rare opportunity to hear Gedda in his prime, performing some of his most beloved repertoire. Whether you're a longtime fan of Nicolai Gedda or a newcomer to his artistry, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Les nuits d'ete, Op. 7: No. 1. VillanelleHector Berlioz, Nicolai Gedda, Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Silvio Varviso
Les nuits d'ete, Op. 7: No. 2. Le Spectre de la roseHector Berlioz, Nicolai Gedda, Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Silvio Varviso
Les nuits d'ete, Op. 7: No. 3. Sur les lagunesHector Berlioz, Nicolai Gedda, Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Silvio Varviso
Les nuits d'ete, Op. 7: No. 4. AbsenceHector Berlioz, Nicolai Gedda, Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Silvio Varviso
Les nuits d'ete, Op. 7: No. 5. Au cimetiereHector Berlioz, Nicolai Gedda, Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Silvio Varviso
Les nuits d'ete, Op. 7: No. 6. L'Ile inconnueHector Berlioz, Nicolai Gedda, Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Silvio Varviso
Phidyle (version for voice and piano)Henri Duparc, Nicolai Gedda, Jan Eyron
Le manoir de RosemondeHenri Duparc, Nicolai Gedda, Jan Eyron
Chanson triste (version for voice and piano)Henri Duparc, Nicolai Gedda, Jan Eyron
Poeme d'un jour, Op. 21: No. 1. RencontreGabriel Fauré, Nicolai Gedda, Jan Eyron
Poeme d'un jour, Op. 21: No. 2. ToujoursGabriel Fauré, Nicolai Gedda, Jan Eyron
Poeme d'un jour, Op. 21: No. 3. AdieuGabriel Fauré, Nicolai Gedda, Jan Eyron
Beau soirClaude Debussy, Nicolai Gedda, Jan Eyron
MandolineClaude Debussy, Nicolai Gedda, Jan Eyron
Pelleas et Melisande (Pelleas and Melisande), Act III: Mes longs cheveux (Sung in Swedish)Claude Debussy, Nicolai Gedda, Elisabeth Söderström, Kim Borg, Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra, Jean Fournet
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