Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of French opera with Germaine Cernay's "L'art français du chant, Vol. 3." This captivating collection, released on November 26, 2015, under the Forlane label, showcases the exquisite artistry of Germaine Cernay, accompanied by a stellar cast including Camille Maurane, Suzanne Danco, and the Royal Philharmonic Chorus.
Spanning a diverse range of operatic masterpieces, this album offers a rich tapestry of performances from some of the most beloved works in the French opera repertoire. From the hauntingly beautiful arias of Debussy's "Pelléas et Mélisande" to the enchanting melodies of Delibes' "Lakmé," each track is a testament to Cernay's remarkable vocal prowess and emotional depth.
The album features a mix of live and studio recordings, offering a unique blend of historical performances and timeless classics. Highlights include the ethereal "Voici ce qu'il écrit à son frère Pelléas" from "Pelléas et Mélisande," the delicate "Allons cueillir les lotus bleus" from "Lakmé," and the powerful "Divinité du Styx" from Gluck's "Alceste."
With a duration of 1 hour and 5 minutes, "L'art français du chant, Vol. 3" is a treasure trove of operatic gems that will delight both seasoned opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Whether you're in the mood for the dramatic intensity of "Faust" or the lyrical beauty of "Orphée et Eurydice," this album promises a captivating journey through the rich tradition of French opera.
Tracks
Pelléas et Mélisande, L. 88: Voici ce qu'il écrit à son frère Pelléas (Geneviève) - 1928 VersionClaude Debussy, Germaine Cernay, Gustave Cloez, Orchestre Gustave Cloëz
Pelléas et Mélisande, L. 88: Vous ne savez pas où je vous ai menée? (Pelléas, Mélisande) - 1952 Live VersionClaude Debussy, Camille Maurane, Suzanne Danco, Orchestre National de la RTF, Desire-Emile Inghelbrecht
Pelléas et Mélisande, L. 88: Mes longs cheveux descendent jusqu'au seuil de la tour (Mélisande, Pelléas, Golaud) - 1941 VersionClaude Debussy, Irene Joachim, Jacques Jansen, Henri-Bertrand Etcheverry, Orchestre Symphonique Roger Désormière, Roger Desormiere
Lakmé: Où va la jeune hindoue? (Lakmé) "Air des clochettes" - 1952 VersionLéo Delibes, Mado Robin, Orchestre Du Theatre National De L'Opera Comique, Georges Sebastian
Lakmé: Tu m'as donné le plus doux rêve (Lakmé) - 1928 VersionLéo Delibes, Germaine Féraldy, Orchestre Elie Cohen, Elie Cohen
Alceste: Divinité du Styx (Aria d'Alceste) - 1928 Version, Arr. by Vincent d'IndyChristoph Willibald Gluck, Suzanne Balguerie, Orchestre Albert Wolff, Albert Wolff
Orphée et Eurydice: Quel nouveau ciel pare ces lieux! (Orphée) - 1934 VersionChristoph Willibald Gluck, Alice Raveau, Orchestre Henri Tomasi, Henri Tomasi
Orphée et Eurydice: J'ai perdu mon Eurydice (Air d'Orphée) - 1923 VersionChristoph Willibald Gluck, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris, Fernand Ansseau, Pierre Dervaux
Faust: Rien, en vain j'interroge… (Faust) - 1948 VersionCharles Gounod, Georges Nore, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Royal Philharmonic Chorus, Sir Thomas Beecham
Faust: Avant de quitter ces lieux… (Air de Valentin) - 1958 VersionCharles Gounod, Michel Dens, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris, Louis Fourestier
Faust: Le veau d'or est toujours debout (Air de Méphistophélès) - 1930 VersionCharles Gounod, Marcel Journet, Orchestre Henri Busser, Henri Büsser
Faust: Quel trouble inconnu me pénètre?... Salut! demeure chaste et pure, où se devine (Faust) - 1956 VersionCharles Gounod, Henri Legay, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris, Pierre Dervaux
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