Dive into the enchanting world of French opera with Rockwell Blake's captivating album, "Airs d'opéras français," set to release on August 1, 2024, under Warner Classics. This exquisite collection showcases Blake's remarkable vocal prowess and versatility, spanning a rich tapestry of arias from the 17th to the 19th centuries. From the dramatic intensity of Lully's "Persée" to the romantic allure of Bizet's "La jolie fille de Perth," each track is a masterclass in operatic artistry. The album features iconic compositions by Gluck, Donizetti, Rossini, and Delibes, among others, offering a comprehensive journey through the evolution of French opera. With a runtime of just over an hour, this album is a testament to Blake's ability to breathe new life into timeless classics, making it a must-listen for opera enthusiasts and music lovers alike.
Tracks
Piccinni: Roland, Act 2: "En butte aux fureurs de l'orage" (Médor)Niccolò Piccinni, Rockwell Blake, Patrick Fournillier, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo
Lully: Persée, LWV 60, Act 3: "Ô tranquille sommeil" (Mercure)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Rockwell Blake, Patrick Fournillier, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo
Gluck: Orphée et Eurydice, Wq. 41, Act 1: Ariette. "L'espoir renaît en mon âme" (Orphée)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Rockwell Blake, Patrick Fournillier, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo
Gluck: Armide, Wq. 45, Act 2: "Plus j'observe ces lieux" (Renaud)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Rockwell Blake, Patrick Fournillier, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo
Boieldieu: Les voitures versées, Act 1: Couplets. "Jeune beauté d'humeur légère" (Armand)François-Adrien Boieldieu, Rockwell Blake, Patrick Fournillier, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo
Boieldieu: La dame blanche, Act 2: "Maintenant, observons" - Cavatine. "Viens, gentille dame" (Georges)François-Adrien Boieldieu, Rockwell Blake, Patrick Fournillier, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo
Auber: Le premier jour du bonheur, Act 3: Stances. "Ce nom qui me rappelle" (Gaston)Daniel Auber, Rockwell Blake, Patrick Fournillier, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo
Donizetti: La fille du régiment, Act 1: ''Ah ! Mes amis, quel jour de fête" (Tonio)Gaetano Donizetti, Rockwell Blake, Patrick Fournillier, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo
Donizetti: La fille du régiment, Act 1: Romance. ''Pour me rapprocher de Marie" (Tonio)Gaetano Donizetti, Rockwell Blake, Patrick Fournillier, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo
Rossini: Le Comte Ory, Act 1: Cavatine. "Que les destins prospères" (Le Comte)Gioachino Rossini, Rockwell Blake, Patrick Fournillier, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo
Adam: Si j'étais roi, Act 1: Romance. "J'ignore son nom, sa naissance" (Zéphoris)Adolphe Adam, Rockwell Blake, Patrick Fournillier, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo
Adam: Le postillon de Lonjumeau, Act 1: Ronde. "Mes amis, écoutez l'histoire" (Chapelou)Adolphe Adam, Rockwell Blake, Patrick Fournillier, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo
Bizet: La jolie fille de Perth, WD 15, Act 2: "Partout des cris de joie" - Sérénade. "À la voix d'un amant fidèle" (Smith)Georges Bizet, Rockwell Blake, Patrick Fournillier, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo
Delibes: Lakmé, Act 1: "Prendre le dessin d'un bijou" - Air. "Fantaisie aux divins mensonges" (Gérald)Léo Delibes, Rockwell Blake, Patrick Fournillier, Orchestre Philharmonique de Monte-Carlo
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