Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of French Baroque music with Carolyn Sampson's captivating album, "A French Baroque Diva: Soprano Arias for Marie Fel." Released on June 1, 2014, under the Hyperion label, this choral and requiem masterpiece spans a duration of 1 hour and 12 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of vocal artistry and historical significance.
Carolyn Sampson, renowned for her exquisite soprano voice, takes center stage in this collection of arias originally composed for the celebrated French soprano Marie Fel. The album showcases a diverse range of compositions, from the hauntingly beautiful "Philomèle" to the triumphant "Te Deum laudamus" by Marc-Antoine Charpentier, and the lively "La lyre enchantée" by Jean-Philippe Rameau. Each piece is a testament to the virtuosity and expressive depth of both the composer and the performer.
The tracklist is a journey through the Baroque era, featuring works by composers such as Charpentier, Rameau, and Jean-Baptiste Lully. Highlights include the dramatic "Castor et Pollux" and the tender "Platée," both by Rameau, as well as the sacred "Laudate pueri" and "Venite, exsultemus" by Charpentier. Carolyn Sampson's interpretation brings a fresh perspective to these timeless pieces, blending historical authenticity with modern sensibility.
This album is not just a collection of songs but a celebration of the soprano aria in the French Baroque tradition. Carolyn Sampson's impeccable technique and emotional resonance make this a standout release for fans of early music and vocal performances. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "A French Baroque Diva: Soprano Arias for Marie Fel" promises an enriching and delightful listening experience.
Tracks
Philomèle, Prologue: Scene 1. Ah! quand reviendront nos beaux jours?Louis Lacoste, Jeffrey Skidmore, Ex Cathedra, Carolyn Sampson
Exsurgat Deus, S. 71: V. Regna terraeMichel Richard Delalande, Jeffrey Skidmore, Ex Cathedra, Carolyn Sampson
Te Deum laudamus, S. 32: I. SinfonieMichel Richard Delalande, Jeffrey Skidmore, Ex Cathedra
Te Deum laudamus, S. 32: VIII. Tu rex gloriaeMichel Richard Delalande, Jeffrey Skidmore, Carolyn Sampson, Ex Cathedra
Te Deum laudamus, S. 32: IX. Tu ad liberandum suscepturus hominemMichel Richard Delalande, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore, Carolyn Sampson
Salve regina: I. Salve regina, salve materJean-Jacques Rousseau, Carolyn Sampson, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
Salve regina: II. Ad te clamamus, exsules, filii EvaeJean-Jacques Rousseau, Carolyn Sampson, Jeffrey Skidmore, Ex Cathedra
Salve regina: III. O clemens, o piaJean-Jacques Rousseau, Carolyn Sampson, Jeffrey Skidmore, Ex Cathedra
Castor et Pollux, Act I: Scenes 2-3. Un tendre intérêt vous appelle – Tristes apprêtsJean-Philippe Rameau, Carolyn Sampson, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
Platée, Act III: Scene 4. Amour, lance tes traitsJean-Philippe Rameau, Ex Cathedra, Carolyn Sampson, Jeffrey Skidmore
Daphnis et Alcimadure, Act I: Scene 2. Gasouillats auzelétsJean-Joseph Cassanéa De Mondonville, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore, Carolyn Sampson
Laudate pueri: I. Laudate pueriJoseph-Hector Fiocco, Carolyn Sampson, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
Laudate pueri: III. A solis ortuJoseph-Hector Fiocco, Jeffrey Skidmore, Carolyn Sampson, Ex Cathedra
Laudate pueri: IV. AlleluiaJoseph-Hector Fiocco, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore, Carolyn Sampson
Venite, exsultemus: IV. Venite, adoremusJean-Joseph Cassanéa De Mondonville, Ex Cathedra, Carolyn Sampson, Jeffrey Skidmore
La lyre enchantée: I. Accordez vos sons et vos pasJean-Philippe Rameau, Carolyn Sampson, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
La lyre enchantée: II. Gavotte. Lyre enchanteresseJean-Philippe Rameau, Jeffrey Skidmore, Carolyn Sampson, Ex Cathedra
La lyre enchantée: III. Écoutons … D'un doux frémissementJean-Philippe Rameau, Carolyn Sampson, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
La lyre enchantée: IV. Vole, Amour, prête-moi tes armesJean-Philippe Rameau, Jeffrey Skidmore, Carolyn Sampson, Ex Cathedra
La lyre enchantée: V. ContredanseJean-Philippe Rameau, Jeffrey Skidmore, Ex Cathedra
Cantate Domino, S. 72: V. Viderunt omnes termini terraeMichel Richard Delalande, Carolyn Sampson, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
Venite, exsultemus: VI. Hodie si vocemJean-Joseph Cassanéa De Mondonville, Carolyn Sampson, Ex Cathedra, Jeffrey Skidmore
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