Anne Sofie von Otter, the renowned Swedish mezzo-soprano, presents a captivating collection of operatic and classical pieces in her album "The Artist's Album." Released on January 1, 1998, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this album spans a diverse range of genres, including opera, classical, and requiem, showcasing von Otter's remarkable vocal prowess and versatility.
The album is a testament to von Otter's artistic depth, featuring a carefully curated selection of tracks that highlight her ability to convey a wide spectrum of emotions and characters. From the hauntingly beautiful "Serenade" from Mozart's "Don Giovanni" to the poignant "Nacqui all'affanno e al pianto" from Rossini's "La Cenerentola," each piece is performed with von Otter's signature elegance and precision.
The album also includes works by lesser-known composers, such as the enchanting "Vingar i natten" and the evocative "Berlin im Licht - Song," demonstrating von Otter's commitment to exploring and promoting a diverse repertoire. Her rendition of "One Touch of Venus: I'm a Stranger Here Myself" adds a touch of Broadway charm to the collection, showcasing her adaptability across different musical styles.
With a duration of 1 hour and 16 minutes, "The Artist's Album" offers a comprehensive journey through the world of classical and operatic music, guided by the incomparable Anne Sofie von Otter. This album is a must-listen for fans of classical music and opera, as well as those seeking to discover the extraordinary talent of one of the most celebrated vocalists of our time.
Tracks
Serenade (From: "Don Juan")Gustav Mahler, Anne Sofie von Otter, Ralf Gothoni
Fünf Lieder, Op. 47: III. Sonntag "So hab ich doch"Johannes Brahms, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
Haugtussa - Song Cycle, Op. 67: ElskEdvard Grieg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
Meinem Kinde, Op. 37, No. 3: Ruhig gehende Bewegung "Du schläfst und sachte neig' ich mich"Richard Strauss, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
Vier Lieder des Abschieds, Op. 14: IV. Gefasster Abschied; mit liebenswürdigem, heiter gemütvollem AusdruckErich Wolfgang Korngold, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
Zwölf Gedichte, Op. 35: 1. Lust der SturmnachtRobert Schumann, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
5 Lieder und Gesänge, Op. 127: 2. Dein AngesichtRobert Schumann, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
One Touch Of Venus: I'm A Stranger Here MyselfKurt Weill, Anne Sofie von Otter, NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchester, John Eliot Gardiner
Berlin im Licht - SongKurt Weill, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
Vingar i natten ("Det flyger en fågel svart")Ture Rangström, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
Rudén 63] (Thiel): No. 6: Skogen sover [7 dikter, op.28Hugo Alfvén, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
Quatre Poèmes Hindous: 2. Un sapin isolé (Lahore)Maurice Charles Delage, Anne Sofie von Otter, Andreas Alin, Peter Rydstroem, Ulf Bjurenhed, Lars Paulsson, Per Billman, Lisa Viguier, Nils-Erik Sparf, Ulf Forsberg, Matti Hirvikangas, Mats Lidström
La Bonne Chanson, Op. 61: 3. La lune blanche luit dans les boisGabriel Fauré, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg, Nils-Erik Sparf, Ulf Forsberg, Matti Hirvikangas, Mats Lidström, Tomas Gertonsson
Der Wanderer an den Mond, D.870, op.80, no.1Franz Schubert, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
An Sylvia, D.891 (Op. 106/4)Franz Schubert, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
Il pianto di Maria (Prev. Attrib. Handel as HWV 234): II. Cavatina. Se d'un Dio fui fatta madreGiovanni Battista Ferrandini, Anne Sofie von Otter, Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Komm, liebe Zither, komm, K.351Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne Sofie von Otter, Melvyn Tan
Don Giovanni, ossia Il dissoluto punito, K.527 / Act 2: In quali eccessi, o numiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne Sofie von Otter, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
La clemenza di Tito, K.621 / Act 2: "Quello di Tito è il volto!"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne Sofie von Otter, Anthony Rolfe Johnson, Cornelius Hauptmann, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
L'incoronazione di Poppea, SV 308 / Act III: A Dio, Roma! a Dio, patria! amici, a Dio!Claudio Monteverdi, Anne Sofie von Otter, English Baroque Soloists, John Eliot Gardiner
Ariodante HWV 33 / Act 2: "Tu preparati a morire" - LiveGeorge Frideric Handel, Anne Sofie von Otter, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowski
Paride ed Elena / Act 1: "O del mio dolce ardor"Christoph Willibald Gluck, Anne Sofie von Otter, Paul Goodwin, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Rückert-Lieder: Liebst du um SchönheitGustav Mahler, Anne Sofie von Otter, NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchester, John Eliot Gardiner
Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, TH. 5 / Act I: Scene and Aria. "Kak ya lyublyu pod zvuki pesen etikh" - "Uzh kak po mostu, mostochku"Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mirella Freni, Anne Sofie von Otter, Staatskapelle Dresden, James Levine
La Cenerentola / Act 2: "Nacqui all'affanno e al pianto"Gioachino Rossini, Anne Sofie von Otter, Frankfurter Opern- und Museumsorchester, James Levine
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