Patricia Petibon's exquisite album, French Touch, is a masterful showcase of her vocal prowess, transporting listeners to the enchanting world of French opera. Released on 1 January 2003 by Decca Music Group Ltd., this captivating collection boasts a duration of 1 hour and 5 minutes, featuring an array of beloved operatic pieces.
With Patricia Petibon's expressive and delicate voice, the album brings to life iconic works such as Gounod's Roméo et Juliette, Massenet's Manon, and Delibes' Lakmé. The tracklist is a carefully curated selection of French operatic gems, including the enchanting 'Flower Duet' from Lakmé and the mesmerising 'Bell Song' from the same opera. Additionally, Patricia Petibon's interpretations of Offenbach's Les Contes d'Hoffmann and Massenet's Cendrillon demonstrate her remarkable range and artistry.
Throughout the album, Patricia Petibon's voice shines with a radiant beauty, effortlessly navigating the complexities of French opera. Her performances are infused with a deep understanding of the music, conveying the emotional depth and nuance that have come to define her as a leading soprano. French Touch is a testament to Patricia Petibon's dedication to her craft, and a must-listen for fans of opera and classical music.
Tracks
Roméo et Juliette / Act 1: "Ah, je veux vivre"Charles Gounod, Patricia Petibon, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Yves Abel
Fortunio: L'orsque j'etais enfantAndré Messager, Patricia Petibon, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Yves Abel
L'Amour masqué - operetta: J'ai deux amantsAndré Messager, Patricia Petibon, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Yves Abel
Les filles de Cadix - original versionLéo Delibes, Patricia Petibon, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Yves Abel
Lakmé / Act 1: Viens, Mallika, ... Dôme épais (Flower Duet)Léo Delibes, Patricia Petibon, Karine Deshayes, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Yves Abel
Lakmé / Act 2: Où va la jeune Indoue (Bell song)Léo Delibes, Patricia Petibon, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Yves Abel
Manon / Act 2: Adieu, notre petite tableJules Massenet, Patricia Petibon, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Yves Abel
Manon / Act 3: Je marche sur les cheminsJules Massenet, Patricia Petibon, Choeur de l'Opera de Lyon, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Yves Abel
Cendrillon - opera in 4 acts / Act 1: Ah! douce enfant, ta plainte légère (Air de la fée)Jules Massenet, Patricia Petibon, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Yves Abel
Les Contes d'Hoffmann / Act 2: "Les oiseaux dans la charmille"Jacques Offenbach, Patricia Petibon, Choeur de l'Opera de Lyon, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Yves Abel
Les Contes d'Hoffmann / Act 4: Entr'acte (Barcarolle) - "Messieurs, silence!" - "Belle nuit, ô nuit d'amour"Jacques Offenbach, Patricia Petibon, Karine Deshayes, Choeur de l'Opera de Lyon, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Yves Abel
L'Etoile: Romance de l'etoileEmmanuel Chabrier, Patricia Petibon, Choeur de l'Opera de Lyon, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Yves Abel
L'Etoile: Enfin je me sens mieux (Couplets de Lazuli)Emmanuel Chabrier, Patricia Petibon, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Yves Abel
Brummel: Couplets de Lady EversharpReynaldo Hahn, Patricia Petibon, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Yves Abel
Je t'aimeIsabelle Aboulker, Patricia Petibon, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon, Yves Abel
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