Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Jules Massenet's "Werther," a captivating opera that has enchanted audiences since its release. This 1981 recording by Decca Music Group Ltd. brings to life the tragic love story of Werther and Charlotte, set against the backdrop of 18th-century Germany. Massenet's exquisite composition, lasting 2 hours and 10 minutes, is a masterclass in classical music, blending lush melodies with profound emotional depth.
The album features a stellar cast, bringing Massenet's characters to life with unparalleled passion and artistry. From the tender "Ellegie" to the dramatic "Nuit de Noël," each track is a testament to Massenet's genius and the performers' skill. The opera's themes of love, longing, and despair are universally resonant, making "Werther" a timeless piece that continues to captivate music lovers worldwide.
Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or new to the genre, "Werther" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Massenet's ability to convey the complexities of human emotion through music is evident in every note, making this album a cherished addition to any classical music collection. Dive into the world of "Werther" and let the enchanting melodies and powerful performances transport you to a world of romance and tragedy.
Tracks
Werther: PréludeJules Massenet, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 1: "Assez! Assez!" - "Noël! Jésus vient de naître!" - "Bravo pour les enfants!"Jules Massenet, Robert Lloyd, Malcolm King, Paul Crook, Isobel Buchanan, Children From The Royal Opera House Production, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 1: "Je ne sais si je veille" - "O Nature, pleine de grâceJules Massenet, José Carreras, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 1: "Jésus vient de naître!" - "Charlotte! Charlotte!" - "Ah! monsieur Werther!" - "Arriver donc, Brühlmann!"Jules Massenet, José Carreras, Frederica von Stade, Robert Lloyd, Donaldson Bell, Linda Humphries, Isobel Buchanan, Children From The Royal Opera House Production, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 1: "O spectacle idéal d'amour et d'innoncence" - "Mon- sieur Werther!..." - "A ceux-là ne souhaitons rien!" "Vivat Bacchus!"Jules Massenet, José Carreras, Robert Lloyd, Frederica von Stade, Isobel Buchanan, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 1: "Sophie!"Jules Massenet, Thomas Allen, Isobel Buchanan, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 1: "Elle m'aime..elle pense à moi" - "Quelle prière" - Interlude orchestral"Jules Massenet, Thomas Allen, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 1: "Il faut nous séparer" - "Ah! Pourvu que je voie ces yeux"Jules Massenet, Frederica von Stade, José Carreras, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 1: "Mais vous ne saver rien de moi" - "Mon âme a recon- nu votre âme" - "Vous avez dit vrai!" - "Si vous l'a- viez connue"Jules Massenet, Frederica von Stade, José Carreras, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 1: "Rêve! Extase! Bonheur!" - "Charlotte! Charlotte! Al- bert est de retour!"Jules Massenet, José Carreras, Frederica von Stade, Robert Lloyd, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 2: Prélude - "Vivat Bacchus! Semper vivat!"Jules Massenet, Malcolm King, Paul Crook, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 2: "Trois mois! Voici trois mois que nous sommes unis!"Jules Massenet, Thomas Allen, Frederica von Stade, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 2: "Un autre est son époux!" - "J'aurais sur ma poitrine" - "Si Kätchen reviendra"Jules Massenet, José Carreras, Paul Crook, Malcolm King, Thomas Allen, Isobel Buchanan, Frederica von Stade, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 2: "Mais celle qui devint ma femme" - "Vous l'avez dit, mon âme est loyale"Jules Massenet, Thomas Allen, José Carreras, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 2: "Frère, voyez le beau bouquet!" - "Du gai soleil, plein de flamme" - "Heureux! Pourrai-je l'être encore? - "Du gai soleil"Jules Massenet, Isobel Buchanan, José Carreras, Thomas Allen, Frederica von Stade, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 2: "Ah! qu'il est loin" - "N'est-il donc pas d'autre fem- me ici-bas"Jules Massenet, José Carreras, Frederica von Stade, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 2: "Lorsque l'enfant revient" - "Mais venez donc!"Jules Massenet, José Carreras, Isobel Buchanan, Frederica von Stade, Thomas Allen, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 3: PréludeJules Massenet, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 3: "Werther! Werther!..qui m'aurait dit" - "Ces lettres ...ah!"Jules Massenet, Frederica von Stade, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 3: "Bonjour, grande soeur!" - "Mais souffres-tu?" - "Ah le rire est béni!"Jules Massenet, Isobel Buchanan, Frederica von Stade, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 3: "Va! Laisse couler mes larmes" - "Les larmes qu'on ne pleure pas"Jules Massenet, Frederica von Stade, Isobel Buchanan, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 3: "Ah! mon courage m'abandonne!"Jules Massenet, Frederica von Stade, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 3: "Oui, c'est moi!" - "Pourqoi cette parole" - "Traduire ...Ah!"Jules Massenet, José Carreras, Frederica von Stade, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act III: "Pourquoi me réveiller, ô souffle du printemps?"Jules Massenet, José Carreras, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 3: "N'achevez pas!" - "Ciel, ai-je compris?" - "Non, vous ne verrez plus"Jules Massenet, Frederica von Stade, José Carreras, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 3: "Ah! Moi! Moi! Dans ses bras!" - "Mais non, c'est im- possible" - "Prends le deuil, ô nature!"Jules Massenet, Frederica von Stade, José Carreras, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 3: "Werther est de retour"Jules Massenet, Thomas Allen, Frederica von Stade, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 4: La Nuit de Noël (orchestre)Jules Massenet, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 4: "Werther!...Rien!.." - "Non, non c'est impossible!"Jules Massenet, Frederica von Stade, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 4: "Qui parle?"Jules Massenet, José Carreras, Frederica von Stade, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 4: "Oui, du jour même"Jules Massenet, Frederica von Stade, José Carreras, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 4: "Noël! Noël! Noël!" - "Oui, Noël c'est le chant de la délivrance"Jules Massenet, José Carreras, Isobel Buchanan, Children From The Royal Opera House Production, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act 4: "Ah! Ses yeux se ferment.." - "Là-bas, au fond du ci- metière" - "Jésus vient de naître"Jules Massenet, José Carreras, Frederica von Stade, Children From The Royal Opera House Production, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
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