"La bonne cuisine" is a delightful and eclectic album released by the renowned soprano Patricia Petibon on October 6, 2003, under the Warner Classics label. This collection showcases Petibon's remarkable versatility, spanning a wide range of musical styles and periods, from Baroque to contemporary works.
The album opens with a whimsical set of songs by Leonard Bernstein, titled "La Bonne Cuisine," which are based on French recipes and offer a playful and humorous contrast to the more serious pieces that follow. Petibon's virtuosic technique and expressive voice shine in these pieces, as well as in the beautiful and melancholic songs from Rainer Maria Rilke's "Mélodies passagères."
The album also features traditional Quebecois Christmas carols, a jubilant adaptation of Walt Whitman's "A Song of Joys," and a selection of Baroque arias by Handel and Rameau. Petibon's interpretation of these pieces is marked by her impeccable musicianship and emotional depth, making for a truly captivating listening experience.
One of the highlights of the album is Petibon's performance of arias from "La Passione di Gesù Cristo Signor Nostro," a Baroque oratorio by an unknown composer. Her powerful and nuanced portrayal of the character Maddalena is a testament to her dramatic and vocal prowess.
"La bonne cuisine" is a testament to Patricia Petibon's artistry and versatility, offering a diverse and engaging program that showcases her exceptional talent. Whether you're a fan of Baroque opera, contemporary music, or simply appreciate the beauty of the human voice, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
Tracks
Bernstein: La Bonne Cuisine: No. 1, Plum PuddingLeonard Bernstein, Patricia Petibon, Susan Manoff
Bernstein: La Bonne Cuisine: No. 2, Queues de boeufLeonard Bernstein, Patricia Petibon, Susan Manoff
Bernstein: La Bonne Cuisine: No. 3, Tavouk gueunksisLeonard Bernstein, Patricia Petibon, Susan Manoff
Bernstein: La Bonne Cuisine: No. 4, Civet à toute vitesseLeonard Bernstein, Patricia Petibon, Susan Manoff
Mélodies passagères Op. 27 (Rainer Maria Rilke): Puisque tout passeSamuel Barber, Patricia Petibon, Susan Manoff
Mélodies passagères Op. 27 (Rainer Maria Rilke): Un cygneSamuel Barber, Patricia Petibon, Susan Manoff
Mélodies passagères Op. 27 (Rainer Maria Rilke): Tombeau dans un parcSamuel Barber, Patricia Petibon, Susan Manoff
Mélodies passagères Op. 27 (Rainer Maria Rilke): Le clocher chanteSamuel Barber, Patricia Petibon, Susan Manoff
Mélodies passagères Op. 27 (Rainer Maria Rilke): DépartSamuel Barber, Patricia Petibon, Susan Manoff
Trois Noëls québècois (trad): D'où viens-tu, bergère?Samuel Barber, Catherine King/Matthew Schwinghammer/The American Boychoir
Trois Noëls québècois (trad): GabrielSamuel Barber, Catherine King/Matthew Schwinghammer/The American Boychoir
Trois Noëls québècois (trad): Le bergers à BethléemSamuel Barber, Catherine King/Matthew Schwinghammer/The American Boychoir
A Jubilant Song (adapted from Walt Whitman 'A Song of Joys')Norman Dello Joio, Patricia Petibon/Catherine King/The American Boychoir/Matthew Schwinghammer
Handel: Caro autor di mia doglia, HWV 182: I. Caro autor di mia dogliaGeorge Frideric Handel, Emmanuelle Haïm, Brian Feehan, Le Concert d'Astrée, Patricia Petibon, Paul Agnew
Handel: Caro autor di mia doglia, HWV 182: II. No, che d'altrui che di teGeorge Frideric Handel, Emmanuelle Haïm, Brian Feehan, Le Concert d'Astrée, Patricia Petibon, Paul Agnew
Handel: Caro autor di mia doglia, HWV 182: III. Dagli amori flagellataGeorge Frideric Handel, Emmanuelle Haïm, Brian Feehan, Le Concert d'Astrée, Patricia Petibon, Paul Agnew
La Passione di Gesù Cristo Signor Nostro (La Passion de Jésus-Christ Notre Seigneur): Aria: Vorrei dirti il mio dolore (Maddalena)Antonio Caldara, Patricia Petibon/Francesca Pedaci/Laura Polverelli/Sergio Foresti/Athestis Chorus/Europa Galante/Fabio Biondi, Fabio Biondi
La Passione di Gesù Cristo Signor Nostro (La Passion de Jésus-Christ Notre Seigneur): Aria: Potea quel pianto (Maddalena)Antonio Caldara, Patricia Petibon/Francesca Pedaci/Laura Polverelli/Sergio Foresti/Athestis Chorus/Europa Galante/Fabio Biondi, Fabio Biondi
La Passione di Gesù Cristo Signor Nostro (La Passion de Jésus-Christ Notre Seigneur): Duetto: Vi sento, oh Dio, vi sento (Pietro, Maddalena)Antonio Caldara, Patricia Petibon/Francesca Pedaci/Laura Polverelli/Sergio Foresti/Athestis Chorus/Europa Galante/Fabio Biondi, Fabio Biondi
La Passione di Gesù Cristo Signor Nostro (La Passion de Jésus-Christ Notre Seigneur): Recitativo: Giovanni, anch'io lo so (Maddalena)Antonio Caldara, Patricia Petibon/Francesca Pedaci/Laura Polverelli/Sergio Foresti/Athestis Chorus/Europa Galante/Fabio Biondi, Fabio Biondi
La Passione di Gesù Cristo Signor Nostro (La Passion de Jésus-Christ Notre Seigneur): Aria: A' passi erranti (Maddalena)Antonio Caldara, Patricia Petibon/Francesca Pedaci/Laura Polverelli/Sergio Foresti/Athestis Chorus/Europa Galante/Fabio Biondi, Fabio Biondi
Offenbach: Orphée aux enfers, Act 2: Chanson de Cupidon. "Pour attirer du fond de sa retraite" (Cupidon)Jacques Offenbach, Marc Minkowski, Patricia Petibon, Orchestre de Chambre de Grenoble, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon
Rameau: Platée, RCT 53, Act 2 Scene 5: Air, "Formons les plus brillants … Aux langueurs d'Apollon, Daphné se refusa" (La Folie)Jean-Philippe Rameau, Patricia Petibon, Les Folies Françoises, Patrick Cohën-Akenine
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