Rolf Liebermann's 'La Forêt' is a captivating opera that showcases the composer's mastery of storytelling through music. Released on 1 January 2014 by Musiques Suisses, this 27-track album is a testament to Liebermann's skill in crafting a rich and immersive musical experience.
With a duration of 1 hour and 49 minutes, 'La Forêt' is a sweeping narrative that unfolds across five acts, each one expertly woven together to create a sense of drama and tension. The opera is performed by the Swiss Romande Orchestra, conducted by Jeffrey Tate, who brings Liebermann's vision to life with precision and nuance.
As a composer, Liebermann's background in law and music is evident in the complex characters and storylines that populate 'La Forêt'. His experience as a director of the Hamburg State Opera also shines through in the album's dramatic pacing and emotional depth.
Throughout the album, Liebermann's music is both beautiful and haunting, with each track offering a unique glimpse into the world of the opera. From the opening notes of Act I to the final scene of Act V, 'La Forêt' is a musical journey that will keep you enthralled from start to finish. With its stunning performances and meticulous production, 'La Forêt' is a must-listen for fans of opera and classical music alike.
Tracks
La foret: Act I Scene 1: Interieur maison Regine: Tralala! Quel beau matin radieux! (Regine)Rolf Liebermann, Anne Howells, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act I Scene 2: Interieur maison Regine: Nous devons jouir de notre amour! (Larissa, Carpe)Rolf Liebermann, Michal Shamir, Michel Trempont, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act I Scene 3: Interieur maison Regine: Vous etes fou! (Larissa, Alexis, Carpe)Rolf Liebermann, Michal Shamir, Hellen Kwon, Michel Trempont, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act I Scene 4: Interieur maison Regine: Que vous etes jeune! (Carpe, Alexis)Rolf Liebermann, Michel Trempont, Hellen Kwon, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act I Scene 5: Interieur maison Regine: Tu feras entrer le Dr. Tibere et Me Foucade des leur arrivee (Regine, Alexis)Rolf Liebermann, Anne Howells, Hellen Kwon, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act I Scene 6: Interieur maison Regine: Mes chers amis! Je vous presente mon protege, Alexis de Lechebot (Regine, Tibere, Foucade, Carpe)Rolf Liebermann, Anne Howells, Jacques Loreau, Charles Ossola, Michel Trempont, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act I Scene 7: Interieur maison Regine: Ce Paul que peut-il me reprocher? (Regine, Carpe)Rolf Liebermann, Anne Howells, Michel Trempont, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act I Scene 8: Interieur maison Regine: Avez-vous l'argent? (Regine, Chateigner, Thomas)Rolf Liebermann, Anne Howells, Jean Brun, Gilles Cachemaille, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act I Scene 9: Interieur maison Regine: Tu connais la raison de la presence d'Alexis? (Regine, Larissa, Oulita)Rolf Liebermann, Anne Howells, Michal Shamir, Jane Berbié, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act II Scene 1: Dans la foret, a la croisee des chemins: Thomas, mon amour. (Larissa, Thomas)Rolf Liebermann, Michal Shamir, Gilles Cachemaille, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act II Scene 2: Dans la foret, a la croisee des chemins: Toi! Victor! (Malfortune, Bonaventure)Rolf Liebermann, Jean-Philippe Courtis, Ricardo Cassinelli, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act III Scene 1: Le jardin de la maison: Vous etes formidable! Ce neuf qui sort toujours … (Alexis, Malfortune)Rolf Liebermann, Hellen Kwon, Jean-Philippe Courtis, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act III Scene 2: Le jardin de la maison: Le travail n'attend pas! Quoi encore? (Chateigner, Malfortune, Thomas, Alexis)Rolf Liebermann, Jean Brun, Jean-Philippe Courtis, Hellen Kwon, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Gilles Cachemaille, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act III Scene 3: Le jardin de la maison: Grand merci! (Regine, Malfortune, Bonaventure, Alexis)Rolf Liebermann, Anne Howells, Jean-Philippe Courtis, Ricardo Cassinelli, Hellen Kwon, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act III Scene 4: Le jardin de la maison: Le calme salutaire … (Alexis, Regine)Rolf Liebermann, Hellen Kwon, Anne Howells, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act III Scene 5: Le jardin de la maison: Envole, l'argent! Ah! les tragediens! (Bonaventure, Malfortune)Rolf Liebermann, Ricardo Cassinelli, Jean-Philippe Courtis, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act IV Scene 1: Dans la foret – La nuit: Bonaventure a mange le morceau. (Oulita, Regine)Rolf Liebermann, Jane Berbié, Anne Howells, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act IV Scene 2: Dans la foret – La nuit: Ah! si l'on m'avait dit plus tot? (Alexis, Regine)Rolf Liebermann, Hellen Kwon, Anne Howells, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act IV Scene 3: Dans la foret – La nuit: Non! Pas maintenant! Ton pere? (Larissa, Thomas)Rolf Liebermann, Michal Shamir, Gilles Cachemaille, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act IV Scene 3: Dans la foret – La nuit: Es-tu une femme ou une ombre? (Malfortune, Larissa)Rolf Liebermann, Jean-Philippe Courtis, Michal Shamir, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act V Scene 1: Interieur maison Regine: Strictement a mes ordres! (Alexis, Carpe)Rolf Liebermann, Hellen Kwon, Michel Trempont, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act V Scene 2: Interieur maison Regine: Bonjour, Malfortune. Que faites-vous la? (Alexis, Malfortune)Rolf Liebermann, Hellen Kwon, Jean-Philippe Courtis, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act V Scene 3: Interieur maison Regine: Quel soulagement! Toi tu as la maniere et le ton. (Regine, Alexis)Rolf Liebermann, Hellen Kwon, Anne Howells, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act V Scene 4: Interieur maison Regine: Toi? Encore! Adieu! (Regine, Malfortune)Rolf Liebermann, Anne Howells, Jean-Philippe Courtis, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act V Scene 5: Interieur maison Regine: Il vaut seulement cent mille francs (Larissa, Malfortune)Rolf Liebermann, Michal Shamir, Jean-Philippe Courtis, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act V Scene 6: Interieur maison Regine: Pardon de cette attente. On m'a retenu! (Regine, Tibere, Foucade, Alexis)Rolf Liebermann, Anne Howells, Charles Ossola, Hellen Kwon, Jacques Loreau, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
La foret: Act V Scene 7: Interieur maison Regine: Buvons au lierre et au granit! (Malfortune, Regine, Alexis, Chateigner, Bonaventure, Larissa, Tibere, Foucade, Thomas)Rolf Liebermann, Jean-Philippe Courtis, Anne Howells, Hellen Kwon, Jean Brun, Ricardo Cassinelli, Michal Shamir, Charles Ossola, Jacques Loreau, Gilles Cachemaille, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Jeffrey Tate
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