Dive into the enchanting world of Spanish opera and classical music with Elina Garanca's captivating album, "Habanera." Released in 2010 under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this album is a treasure trove of 18 exquisite tracks, spanning a total of 71 minutes of pure musical bliss. Garanca, renowned for her powerful and expressive voice, delivers a stunning performance that showcases her versatility and mastery of the genre.
The album features a rich tapestry of arias and songs, predominantly centered around the theme of Spain, with a few enchanting pieces about Gypsies woven in. From the passionate "Carmen" by Georges Bizet to the romantic "El amor brujo" by Manuel de Falla, each track is a testament to Garanca's artistic prowess. The album also includes lesser-known gems like "El Barberillo de Lavapiés" by Francisco Asenjo Barbieri and "Cinco Canciones Negras" by Roberto Gerhard, offering a delightful mix of the familiar and the new.
Accompanied by the Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale Della RAI, under the skilled direction of conductor Karel Mark Chichon, Garanca's voice soars to new heights. The orchestral arrangements, meticulously crafted by arrangers like Karel Mark Chichon, José Maria Gallardo del Rey, and Arthur Hoerée, add depth and richness to the performances.
Recorded in the acoustically superb Auditorium Rai "Arturo Toscanini" in Torino, the album benefits from exceptional sound quality, allowing every nuance of Garanca's voice and the orchestra's playing to shine through. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Habanera" promises an unforgettable listening experience.
Tracks
El Barberillo de Lavapiés: Canción de PalomaFrancisco Asenjo Barbieri, Elina Garanca, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale Della RAI, Karel Mark Chichon, Coro Filarmonico del Regio di Torino, Claudio Fenoglio
Carmen, WD 31 / Act I: Séguedille et Duo: "Près des remparts de Séville"Georges Bizet, Elina Garanca, Roberto Alagna, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale Della RAI, Karel Mark Chichon
Zigeunerliebe (Gipsy Love) / Act II: Hör' ich ZymbalklängeFranz Lehár, Elina Garanca, Alessandro Milani, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale Della RAI, Karel Mark Chichon
The Bohemian Girl - Arr. by Karel Mark Chichon: I Dreamt I Dwelt in Marble HallsMichael William Balfe, Elina Garanca, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale Della RAI, Karel Mark Chichon
Cinco Canciones Negras: IV. Canción de cuna para dormir a un negritoXavier Montsalvatge, Elina Garanca, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale Della RAI, Karel Mark Chichon
El amor brujo: Canción del amor dolidoManuel de Falla, Elina Garanca, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale Della RAI, Karel Mark Chichon
Siete canciones populares españolas - Arranged by José Maria Gallardo del Rey: V. NanaManuel de Falla, Elina Garanca, José Maria Gallardo del Rey
Vocalise en forme de Habanera (Arranged by Arthur Hoerée)Maurice Ravel, Elina Garanca, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale Della RAI, Karel Mark Chichon
El Barquillero: Romanza de Socorro "Cunado está tan honda"Ruperto Chapí, Elina Garanca, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale Della RAI, Karel Mark Chichon
Candide / Act I: I Am Easily Assimilated (Old Lady's Tango)Leonard Bernstein, Elina Garanca, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale Della RAI, Karel Mark Chichon, Coro Filarmonico del Regio di Torino, Claudio Fenoglio
Canción del amorJosé Maria Gallardo del Rey, Elina Garanca, Alberto Barletta, Enrico Maria Baroni, Geri Brown, Massimo Macri, Cesare Maghenzani, Roberto Vozmediano
Siete canciones populares españolas - arranged by José Maria Gallardo del Rey: IV. JotaManuel de Falla, Elina Garanca, José Maria Gallardo del Rey
El Niño Judìo: "De España vengo"Pablo Carne Luna, Elina Garanca, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale Della RAI, Karel Mark Chichon
Carmen / Act II: Chanson: "Les tringles des sistres tintaient"Georges Bizet, Elina Garanca, Cristina Antoaneta Pasaroiu, Giuseppina Bridelli, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale Della RAI, Karel Mark Chichon
Canciones clásicas españolas - arranged by Juan Carlos Cuello: El vitoFernando Obradors, Elina Garanca, José Maria Gallardo del Rey, Karel Mark Chichon, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale Della RAI
Le alegria del battallon: Cancion de la gitanaJose Serrano, Elina Garanca, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale Della RAI, Karel Mark Chichon
Carmen, WD 31 / Act I: "L'amour est un oiseau rebelle" (Havanaise)Georges Bizet, Elina Garanca, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale Della RAI, Karel Mark Chichon, Coro Filarmonico del Regio di Torino
Carmen / Act I: "L'amour est un enfant Bohème" (Havanaise 1st version)Georges Bizet, Elina Garanca, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale Della RAI, Karel Mark Chichon, Coro Filarmonico del Regio di Torino, Claudio Fenoglio
Dvenadtsat' romansov (Twelve Romances), Op. 60 - arranged by Andreas N. Tarkmann: No. 7 Song of a Gypsy GirlPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Elina Garanca, Orchestra Sinfonica Nazionale Della RAI, Karel Mark Chichon
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