Immerse yourself in the rich baroque soundscape of Antonio Caldara's "La conversion de Clovis," a captivating opera seria that showcases the composer's mastery of the genre. Released on January 1, 2006, under Universal Music Division Decca Records France, this album is a testament to Caldara's enduring influence in the world of classical music.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 24 minutes, the album is a comprehensive journey through the dramatic and musical evolution of the story of Clovis, the first Frankish king to convert to Christianity. The opera is divided into two acts, each filled with a series of recitatives and arias that bring the historical narrative to life.
Caldara's composition is notable for its intricate vocal lines and harmonic complexity, offering a feast for the ears and a challenge for the most skilled vocalists. The album features a variety of characters, each with their own distinct musical themes and emotional depth. From the powerful arias of Clodoveo to the tender duets between Clotilde and Clodoveo, the opera is a showcase of Caldara's ability to convey a range of human emotions through music.
The album is not just a historical artifact but also a vibrant and engaging piece of art that continues to resonate with audiences today. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "La conversion de Clovis" offers a rewarding and enriching listening experience.
Tracks
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: OuvertureAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Recitativo uberto: Invitto clodoveoAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Aria uberto: Di tua gloriaAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Recitativo clodoveo: Vanne ubertoAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Aria clodoveo: Voglio quel seno stringereAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Recitativo clotilde: Clodoveo, mio signorAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Aria clodoveo: RasserenateviAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Recitativo clotilde e clodoveo: Con prove di fierezzaAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Aria clotilde: Volgi il cuoreAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Recitativo clotilde clodoveo: Clotilde, ben soventeAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Duo clotilde clodoveo: Coi tuoi begl'occhiAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Recitativo san remigio: Mio Signor, mio GesuAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Aria san remigio: Se mesta l'almaAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Recitativo clotilde san remigio: Remigio, amato padreAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Aria clotilde: Io non soAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Recitativo clotilde uberto: Signora, infausto messoAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Recitativo san remigio: Regina son del cielAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Aria san remigio: Picciol legnoAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Recitativo clotilde san remigio: Ai tuoi dettiAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Recitativo accompagnato clotilde: Mio dio per me svenatoAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte I: Aria clotilde: Se tanto il cuore ottieneAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Aria san remigio: Agitato da spemeAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Recitativo san remigio uberto: Clodoveo superatoAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Aria uberto: Quando il turbine a vicinoAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Recitativo clotilde san remigio uberto: AndiamoAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Aria clodoveo: Clotilde, vincestiAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Recitativo clodoveo san remigio uberto: Mio sposoAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Aria clotilde: Gioisco che il tuo cuoreAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Recitativo clodoveo: Clotilde, e verAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Aria clodoveo: Come cerva che feritaAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Recitativo clotilde san remigio: Remigio a questi accentiAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Aria san remigio: Sommo dioAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Recitativo uberto: Con esempio si belloAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Aria uberto: Che santo e bel piacerAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Recitativo clotilde: Quest'e l'altareAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Aria clotilde: Santo amorAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Recitativo clodoveo san remigio: Signor, troppo ostinataAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Aria clodoveo: V'adoro o padreAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Recitativo clotilde: Mio redentorAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
La conversion de Clovis / Acte II: Duo clodoveo clotilde: E un piacerAntonio Caldara, Le Parlement De Musique, Martin Gester, Pascal Bertin, Delphine Collot, Noemi Rime, Jonathan Kelly
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