Natalie Dessay, the acclaimed French soprano, presents "Pictures of America," a captivating album released in 2016 under Sony Classical. This collection of 20 tracks offers a unique blend of operatic and musical theater pieces, showcasing Dessay's extraordinary vocal range and versatility. The album spans a duration of 1 hour and 32 minutes, featuring renowned compositions such as "On a Clear Day" from "On a Clear Day You Can See Forever," "I Feel Pretty" from "West Side Story," and "Send in the Clowns" from "A Little Night Music." Accompanied by the Paris Mozart Orchestra under the direction of Claire Gibault, Dessay delivers a mesmerizing performance that highlights her ability to convey deep emotion and nuance. "Pictures of America" is a testament to Natalie Dessay's artistry, offering a rich and diverse listening experience that appeals to both opera enthusiasts and fans of musical theater.
Tracks
On a Clear Day (From "On a Clear Day You Can See Forever")Burton Lane, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
I Feel Pretty (From "West Side Story")Leonard Bernstein, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
I'm a Fool to Want YouFrank Sinatra, Jack Wolf, Joel Herron, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
Send in the Clowns (From "A Little Night Music")Leonard Bernstein, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
Detour AheadHerb Ellis, John Frigo, Lou Carter, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
Something's Coming (From "West Side Story")Leonard Bernstein, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
Autour de minuitThelonious Monk, Bernard Hanighen, Charles Cootie Williams, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
I Keep Going Back to Joe's & My SolitudeDuke Ellington, Marvin Fisher, Jack Segal, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
A Place That You Want to Call HomeRoger Kellaway, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
Two Lonely PeopleBill Evans, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
There's No Business Like Show Business (From "Annie Get Your Gun")Irving Berlin, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
Ground SwellGraciane Finzi, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
Girl at Sewing MachineGraciane Finzi, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
Compartment C, Car 293Graciane Finzi, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
NighthawksGraciane Finzi, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
South Carolina MorningGraciane Finzi, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
House by the RailroadGraciane Finzi, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
People in the SunGraciane Finzi, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
Roofs of Washington SquareGraciane Finzi, Natalie Dessay, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
Adagio for Strings, Op. 11Samuel Barber, Paris Mozart Orchestra, Claire Gibault
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