Dive into the opulent world of Baroque opera with Cecilia Bartoli's "Queen of Baroque," a stunning compilation of arias that showcases the mezzo-soprano's extraordinary range and passion. Released on November 27, 2020, by Decca Music Group Ltd., this album is a treasure trove of musical delights and discoveries from the 17th and 18th centuries, featuring some of Bartoli's most beloved recordings from her career with Decca.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 18 minutes, "Queen of Baroque" is a testament to Bartoli's strength, diction, and undeniable talent. The album features 17 tracks, including world premiere recordings of works by Leonardo Vinci and Agostino Steffani, alongside celebrated pieces from operas such as "Rinaldo," "Artaserse," and "Serse." Bartoli is joined by an illustrious ensemble, including Philippe Jaroussky, Franco Fagioli, and Sol Gabetta, creating a rich and captivating musical experience.
From the hauntingly beautiful "Ombra mai fu" to the powerful "Disserratevi, o porte d'Averno," each aria is a masterclass in vocal technique and emotional expression. Bartoli's ability to navigate the complexities of Baroque music is evident throughout, making "Queen of Baroque" an essential addition to any classical music lover's collection. Whether you're a longtime fan of Cecilia Bartoli or new to the world of Baroque opera, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
I trionfi del fato: E l'honor stella tirannaAgostino Steffani, Cecilia Bartoli, I Barocchisti, Diego Fasolis
Alessandro nell'Indie: Quanto invidio la sorte… Chi vive amanteLeonardo Vinci, Cecilia Bartoli, Il Giardino Armonico, Giovanni Antonini
Rinaldo, HWV 7a: Lascia ch'io piangaGeorge Frideric Handel, Cecilia Bartoli, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Artaserse: Son qual naveRiccardo Broschi, Cecilia Bartoli, Il Giardino Armonico, Giovanni Antonini
Stabat Mater, P. 77: 1. Stabat Mater dolorosaGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, June Anderson, Cecilia Bartoli, Sinfonietta de Montréal, Charles Dutoit
Griselda: Agitata da due ventiAntonio Vivaldi, Cecilia Bartoli, Sonatori de la Gioiosa Marca
Niobe, regina di Tebe: Serena, o mio bel soleAgostino Steffani, Cecilia Bartoli, Philippe Jaroussky, I Barocchisti, Diego Fasolis
Sedecia, Rè di Gerusalemme: Caldo sangueAlessandro Scarlatti, Cecilia Bartoli, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
Serse, HWV 40: Ombra mai fuGeorge Frideric Handel, Cecilia Bartoli, Il Giardino Armonico, Giovanni Antonini
Il nascimento dell’Aurora: Aure andate e baciateTomaso Albinoni, Cecilia Bartoli, Sol Gabetta, Cappella Gabetta, Andrés Gabetta
Adriano in Siria: Deh, tu bel Dio d'amore... Ov'è il mio bene?Carl Heinrich Graun, Cecilia Bartoli, Il Giardino Armonico, Giovanni Antonini
Stabat Mater: Eja Mater, fons amoris… Fac, ut ardeat … Sancta Mater… Tui nati vulneratiAgostino Steffani, Cecilia Bartoli, Franco Fagioli, Coro della Radiotelevisione Svizzera, Daniel Behle, Julian Pregardien, I Barocchisti, Diego Fasolis
Il trionfo dell'Innocenza: Vanne pentita a piangereAntonio Caldara, Cecilia Bartoli, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
La resurrezione, HWV 47: Disserratevi, o porte d'AvernoGeorge Frideric Handel, Cecilia Bartoli, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
Germanico in Germania: Parto ti lascio, o caraNicola Porpora, Cecilia Bartoli, Il Giardino Armonico, Giovanni Antonini
I trionfi del fato: Combatton quest'almaAgostino Steffani, Cecilia Bartoli, Philippe Jaroussky, I Barocchisti, Diego Fasolis
Rinaldo, HWV 7a: Bel piacereGeorge Frideric Handel, Cecilia Bartoli, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
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