Cecilia Bartoli's "Italian Songs" is a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of Italian vocal music, released on January 1, 1993, under Decca Music Group Ltd. This album showcases Bartoli's extraordinary vocal prowess and versatility, spanning a diverse range of genres from opera to classical. With a duration of 1 hour and 8 minutes, the album is a testament to Bartoli's ability to bring depth and nuance to each piece, making it a standout in her illustrious career.
The tracklist features a mix of well-known and lesser-known works, including pieces by Mozart, Schubert, and Haydn, as well as lesser-performed gems by other composers. Highlights include the dramatic "Ecco quel fiero istante!" and the tender "Che fa il mio ben?" from Beethoven's Op. 82, as well as Schubert's poignant "Im Haine" and the enchanting "La pastorella." The album concludes with Haydn's "Arianna a Naxos," a cantata that showcases Bartoli's ability to convey a wide range of emotions.
Cecilia Bartoli's interpretation of these Italian songs is marked by her signature warmth, clarity, and technical brilliance. Her voice, with its distinctive timbre and remarkable agility, brings a fresh perspective to these timeless pieces. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Italian Songs" offers a delightful and enriching listening experience.
Tracks
Ecco quel fiero istante! (La partenza WoO.124)Ludwig van Beethoven, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
Che fa il mio ben? (L'amante impaziente), Op. 82, No. 3Ludwig van Beethoven, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
Che fa il mio ben? (L'amante impaziente), Op. 82, No. 4Ludwig van Beethoven, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
T'intendo, si, mio cor (Liebes Klage, Op. 82, No. 2)Ludwig van Beethoven, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
Dimmi, ben mio (Hoffnung, Op. 82, No. 1)Ludwig van Beethoven, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
In questa tomba oscura, WoO 133Ludwig van Beethoven, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
Ridente la calma, K. 152 (After J. Mysliveček)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
Vedi quanto adoro ancora ingrato!, D.510Franz Schubert, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
Im Haine, D.738Franz Schubert, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
An die Leier, D.737Franz Schubert, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
La pastorella, D.528Franz Schubert, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
Non t'accostar all'urna, D688 No. 1Franz Schubert, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
Guarda che bianca luna, D688 No. 2Franz Schubert, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
Da quel sembiante appresi, D.688, No. 3Franz Schubert, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
Mio ben ricordati, D.688, No. 4Franz Schubert, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
Pensa, che questo istante, D. 76Franz Schubert, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
Willkommen und Abschied D767Franz Schubert, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
Arianna a Naxos - Cantata, Hob.XXVIb/2Joseph Haydn, Cecilia Bartoli, András Schiff
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