Roberto Alagna brings to life the rarely performed opera, 'Le Jongleur de Notre-Dame', a lyrical masterpiece in three acts by Jules Massenet. This 2009 release, recorded with the Orchestre National De Montpellier Languedoc-Roussillon under the baton of Enrique Diemecke, is a testament to Alagna's dedication to reviving forgotten or underperformed works.
Composed in 1902, 'Le Jongleur de Notre-Dame' is a gem of French opera, boasting a rich tapestry of characters, including the memorable Frère Boniface and the titular Jean, a charismatic juggler. The opera's vivid portrait gallery, sometimes humorous and often poignant, is expertly woven together by Massenet's masterful score.
This album, released on the Universal Music Division Decca Records France label, is a classical music treasure that showcases Alagna's impressive vocal range and expressive delivery. With a duration of 1 hour and 37 minutes, the recording takes the listener on a journey through the opera's three acts, featuring a range of scenes and musical highlights.
As a renowned opera singer, Roberto Alagna's passion for 'Le Jongleur de Notre-Dame' is evident throughout this recording, making it a must-listen for fans of classical music and opera enthusiasts alike. His commitment to sharing this hidden gem with a wider audience has resulted in a captivating album that is sure to delight and inspire.
Tracks
Le jongleur de Notre-Dame / Acte I: Prélude et scène 1Jules Massenet, Enrique Diemecke, Opéra Orchestre national de Montpellier Occitanie, Choeurs De L'Opéra National De Montpellier LR, Noëlle Geny
Le jongleur de Notre-Dame / Acte I: Scène 2 et début scène 3Jules Massenet, Enrique Diemecke, Opéra Orchestre national de Montpellier Occitanie, Choeurs De L'Opéra National De Montpellier LR, Choeurs D'Enfants Opera Junior, Noëlle Geny, Valerie Sainte Agathe, Roberto Alagna
Le jongleur de Notre-Dame / Acte I: Scène 3Jules Massenet, Enrique Diemecke, Opéra Orchestre national de Montpellier Occitanie, Roberto Alagna, Francesco Ellero D'Artegna
Le jongleur de Notre-Dame / Acte I: Scène 4Jules Massenet, Enrique Diemecke, Opéra Orchestre national de Montpellier Occitanie, Marc Larcher, Roberto Alagna, Marco di Sapia, Richard Rittelmann, Stefano Antonucci, Francesco Ellero D'Artegna, Evgueniy Alexiev
Le jongleur de Notre-Dame / Acte II: Prélude et début scène 1Jules Massenet, Enrique Diemecke, Opéra Orchestre national de Montpellier Occitanie, Marco di Sapia
Le jongleur de Notre-Dame / Acte II: Scène 1Jules Massenet, Enrique Diemecke, Opéra Orchestre national de Montpellier Occitanie, Choeurs D'Enfants Opera Junior, Valerie Sainte Agathe, Roberto Alagna, Francesco Ellero D'Artegna
Le jongleur de Notre-Dame / Acte II: Scène 1, finJules Massenet, Enrique Diemecke, Opéra Orchestre national de Montpellier Occitanie, Roberto Alagna, Marc Larcher, Richard Rittelmann, Marco di Sapia, Francesco Ellero D'Artegna, Evgueniy Alexiev
Le jongleur de Notre-Dame / Acte II: Scène 2Jules Massenet, Enrique Diemecke, Opéra Orchestre national de Montpellier Occitanie, Roberto Alagna, Stefano Antonucci
Le jongleur de Notre-Dame / Acte II: Scène 2, finJules Massenet, Enrique Diemecke, Opéra Orchestre national de Montpellier Occitanie, Roberto Alagna, Stefano Antonucci
Le jongleur de Notre-Dame / Acte II: Scène 3Jules Massenet, Enrique Diemecke, Opéra Orchestre national de Montpellier Occitanie, Roberto Alagna
Le jongleur de Notre-Dame / Acte III: Pastorale mystique, scène 1Jules Massenet, Enrique Diemecke, Opéra Orchestre national de Montpellier Occitanie, Choeurs De L'Opéra National De Montpellier LR, Noëlle Geny
Le jongleur de Notre-Dame / Acte III: Scène 2Jules Massenet, Enrique Diemecke, Opéra Orchestre national de Montpellier Occitanie, Roberto Alagna, Richard Rittelmann
Le jongleur de Notre-Dame / Acte III: Scène 2Jules Massenet, Roberto Alagna, Enrique Diemecke, Opéra Orchestre national de Montpellier Occitanie
Le jongleur de Notre-Dame / Acte III: Scène 3Jules Massenet, Enrique Diemecke, Opéra Orchestre national de Montpellier Occitanie, Choeurs D'Enfants Opera Junior, Choeurs De L'Opéra National De Montpellier LR, Valerie Sainte Agathe, Noëlle Geny, Marc Larcher, Roberto Alagna, Marco di Sapia, Richard Rittelmann, Stefano Antonucci, Evgueniy Alexiev, Francesco Ellero D'Artegna
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