Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Baroque music with Anne Sofie von Otter's captivating album, "Music for a While." Released in 2004 under the prestigious Archiv Produktion label, this collection is a testament to von Otter's extraordinary vocal prowess and her deep connection to the Baroque era. Spanning a diverse range of composers, the album features 21 tracks that beautifully showcase the richness and diversity of Baroque vocal and instrumental music.
Recorded in February 2004 at the renowned Sveriges Radio, Berwaldhallen in Stockholm, the album benefits from the exquisite sounds of a harpsichord "à petit ravalement" after Ioannes Ruckers, adding an authentic touch to the performances. The album's duration of 1 hour and 7 minutes offers a comprehensive exploration of the Baroque genre, blending operatic arias, cantatas, and instrumental pieces.
Anne Sofie von Otter's interpretation of works by composers such as Monteverdi, Purcell, and Handel is both sensitive and powerful, bringing to life the passion, drama, and elegance of the Baroque period. From the hauntingly beautiful "Music for a While" from Purcell's "Oedipus" to the lively and spirited "There's Not a Swain on the Plain" from Purcell's "Rule a Wife and Have a Wife," the album is a journey through the emotional and musical landscapes of the 17th and 18th centuries.
"Music for a While" is not just a collection of songs but a carefully curated selection that highlights von Otter's versatility and her ability to convey the deepest emotions through her voice. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that will leave you enchanted and inspired.
Tracks
Amanti io vi so direBenedetto Ferrari, Anne Sofie von Otter, Jakob Lindberg, Anders Ericson, Jory Vinikour
Se l'aura spira tutta vezzosa, F 7.15Girolamo Frescobaldi, Anne Sofie von Otter, Jakob Lindberg, Anders Ericson
Dovrò dunque morire? (Le nuove musiche, No. 11)Giulio Caccini, Anne Sofie von Otter, Jakob Lindberg
Scherzi musicali (1632): Ecco di dolce raggi, SV 249Claudio Monteverdi, Anne Sofie von Otter, Jory Vinikour
Quel sguardo sdegnosetto, SV 247/1Claudio Monteverdi, Anne Sofie von Otter, Jory Vinikour
La CaponaGiovanni Girolamo Kapsberger, Jakob Lindberg
L'incoronazione di Poppea, SV 308, Act II: Adagiati, Poppea – Oblivion soaveClaudio Monteverdi, Anne Sofie von Otter, Jakob Lindberg, Jory Vinikour
Cantate, ariette e duetti, Op. 2: XIV. L'Eraclito amoroso (Udite amanti)Barbara Strozzi, Anne Sofie von Otter, Jakob Lindberg, Anders Ericson
CiacconaBernardo Storace, Jory Vinikour
Saraband with Division, Z. 654Henry Purcell, Jory Vinikour
Pausanias, Z. 585, Act III: Sweeter Than RosesHenry Purcell, Anne Sofie von Otter, Jory Vinikour
Dear Pretty YouthHenry Purcell, Anne Sofie von Otter, Jory Vinikour
Oedipus, Z. 583: Music for a WhileHenry Purcell, Anne Sofie von Otter, Jory Vinikour
Rule a Wife and Have a Wife, Z. 587: There's Not a Swain on the PlainHenry Purcell, Anne Sofie von Otter, Jory Vinikour
An Evening Hymn, Z. 193 "Now That the Sun Hath Veiled His Light"Henry Purcell, Anne Sofie von Otter, Jakob Lindberg, Jory Vinikour
ArpeggiataGiovanni Girolamo Kapsberger, Jakob Lindberg
In darkness let me dwellJohn Dowland, Anne Sofie von Otter, Jakob Lindberg
The First Booke of Songs: No. 5, Can She Excuse My WrongsJohn Dowland, Anne Sofie von Otter, Jakob Lindberg
Weep You No More, Sad FountainsJohn Dowland, Anne Sofie von Otter, Jakob Lindberg
What if I never speed?John Dowland, Anne Sofie von Otter, Jakob Lindberg
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