Sir John Barbirolli, a name synonymous with musical brilliance and interpretive depth, invites you into a world of classical and operatic splendor with his upcoming album, "Concertos and Vocal Music: Chopin, Bach, Ravel..." set to release on December 4, 2024, under Warner Classics. This extraordinary collection spans over three hours and forty minutes, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that showcase Barbirolli's unparalleled artistry and versatility.
The album is a testament to Barbirolli's mastery, featuring a diverse array of works from some of the most celebrated composers in history. From the delicate intricacies of Handel's Oboe Concerto in B-Flat Major to the dramatic intensity of Verdi's arias from "Otello," Barbirolli's interpretations are nothing short of transcendent. The inclusion of Falla's "7 Canciones populares españolas," arranged by Halffter, adds a touch of Spanish flair, while Vaughan Williams' Tuba Concerto in F Minor and Elgar's Cello Concerto in E Minor highlight Barbirolli's ability to bring out the deepest emotions in both solo and orchestral works.
Opera enthusiasts will be thrilled by the selection of arias from Puccini's "Madama Butterfly" and Verdi's "Otello," performed with the passion and precision that Barbirolli is renowned for. The album also features Mahler's poignant "Kindertotenlieder," a cycle of songs that delves into the profound and the personal, showcasing Barbirolli's ability to connect with the most intimate of human experiences.
Barbirolli's renditions of Ravel's "Shéhérazade" and Bach's Concerto for Two Pianos in C Major are equally captivating, demonstrating his ability to navigate the complexities of these works with ease and grace. The album concludes with Elgar's "The Dream of Gerontius," a spiritual journey that encapsulates the essence of Barbirolli's artistry.
"Concertos and Vocal Music: Chopin, Bach, Ravel..." is not just an album; it is a celebration of Sir John Barbirolli's enduring legacy. Whether you are a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this collection promises to be a cherished addition to your music library, offering a timeless exploration of the human spirit through the power of music.
Tracks
Handel: Oboe Concerto in B-Flat Major, HWV 301: I. Adagio - Allegro (Arr. Rothwell & Mackerras)George Frideric Handel, Sir John Barbirolli, Evelyn Rothwell, Hallé
Handel: Oboe Concerto in B-Flat Major, HWV 301: II. Siciliana (Arr. Rothwell & Mackerras)George Frideric Handel, Sir John Barbirolli, Evelyn Rothwell, Valda Aveling, Hallé
Handel: Oboe Concerto in B-Flat Major, HWV 301: III. Vivace (Arr. Rothwell & Mackerras)George Frideric Handel, Sir John Barbirolli, Evelyn Rothwell, Valda Aveling, Hallé
Falla / Orch. Halffter: 7 Canciones populares españolas: No. 1, El paño morunoManuel de Falla, Sir John Barbirolli, Marina De Gabarain, Hallé
Falla / Orch. Halffter: 7 Canciones populares españolas: No. 2, Seguidilla murcianaManuel de Falla, Sir John Barbirolli, Marina De Gabarain, Hallé
Falla / Orch. Halffter: 7 Canciones populares españolas: No. 3, AsturianaManuel de Falla, Sir John Barbirolli, Marina De Gabarain, Hallé
Falla / Orch. Halffter: 7 Canciones populares españolas: No. 4, JotaManuel de Falla, Sir John Barbirolli, Marina De Gabarain, Hallé
Falla / Orch. Halffter: 7 Canciones populares españolas: No. 5, NanaManuel de Falla, Sir John Barbirolli, Marina De Gabarain, Hallé
Falla / Orch. Halffter: 7 Canciones populares españolas: No. 6, CanciónManuel de Falla, Sir John Barbirolli, Marina De Gabarain, Hallé
Falla / Orch. Halffter: 7 Canciones populares españolas: No. 7, PoloManuel de Falla, Sir John Barbirolli, Marina De Gabarain, Hallé
Vaughan Williams: Tuba Concerto in F Minor: I. Prelude. Allegro moderatoRalph Vaughan Williams, Sir John Barbirolli, Philip Catelinet, London Symphony Orchestra
Vaughan Williams: Tuba Concerto in F Minor: II. Romanza. Andante sostenutoRalph Vaughan Williams, Sir John Barbirolli, Philip Catelinet, London Symphony Orchestra
Vaughan Williams: Tuba Concerto in F Minor: III. Finale. Rondo alla tedescaRalph Vaughan Williams, Sir John Barbirolli, Philip Catelinet, London Symphony Orchestra
Purcell: Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act 3: Lament. "When I Am Laid in Earth" (Dido)Henry Purcell, Sir John Barbirolli, Victoria de los Ángeles, English Chamber Orchestra
Purcell: Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act III: "With Drooping Wings Ye Cupids Come" (Chorus)Henry Purcell, Sir John Barbirolli, Ambrosian Singers, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Albinoni: Oboe Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 3: I. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Sir John Barbirolli, Evelyn Rothwell, Pro Arte Orchestra
Albinoni: Oboe Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 3: II. AdagioTomaso Albinoni, Sir John Barbirolli, Evelyn Rothwell, Pro Arte Orchestra
Albinoni: Oboe Concerto in B-Flat Major, Op. 7 No. 3: III. AllegroTomaso Albinoni, Sir John Barbirolli, Evelyn Rothwell, Pro Arte Orchestra
Puccini: Madama Butterfly, Act 2: "Un bel dì vedremo" (Butterfly)Giacomo Puccini, Sir John Barbirolli, Renata Scotto, Orchestra Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma
Puccini: Madama Butterfly, Act II: Coro a bocca chiusa (Coro)Giacomo Puccini, Sir John Barbirolli, Coro Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma, Orchestra Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma
Puccini: Madama Butterfly, Act III: "Come una mosca prigioniera" (Suzuki, Butterfly)Giacomo Puccini, Sir John Barbirolli, Anna Di Stasio, Renata Scotto, Orchestra Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma
Puccini: Madama Butterfly, Act III: "Con onor muore" (Butterfly)Giacomo Puccini, Sir John Barbirolli, Renata Scotto, Orchestra Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: I. Adagio - ModeratoEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: II. Lento - Allegro moltoEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: III. AdagioEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Elgar: Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: IV. Allegro - Moderato - Allegro ma non troppoEdward Elgar, Jacqueline du Pré, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Franck: Symphonic Variations for Piano and Orchestra, FWV 46: I. Poco allegroCésar Franck, Sir John Barbirolli, John Ogdon, Philharmonia Orchestra
Franck: Symphonic Variations for Piano and Orchestra, FWV 46: II. Allegretto quasi andanteCésar Franck, Sir John Barbirolli, John Ogdon, Philharmonia Orchestra
Franck: Symphonic Variations for Piano and Orchestra, FWV 46: III. Molto piu lentoCésar Franck, Sir John Barbirolli, John Ogdon, Philharmonia Orchestra
Franck: Symphonic Variations for Piano and Orchestra, FWV 46: IV. Allegro non troppoCésar Franck, Sir John Barbirolli, John Ogdon, Philharmonia Orchestra
Verdi: Otello, Act 1: "Credo in un Dio crudel" (Iago)Giuseppe Verdi, Sir John Barbirolli, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Verdi: Otello, Act I: "Eccola... Cassio... a te" (Iago)Giuseppe Verdi, Sir John Barbirolli, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Verdi: Otello, Act IV: "Piangea cantando nell'erma landa" (Emilia, Desdemona)Giuseppe Verdi, Sir John Barbirolli, Anna Di Stasio, Gwyneth Jones, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Verdi: Otello, Act IV: "Ave Maria, piena di grazia" (Desdemona)Giuseppe Verdi, Sir John Barbirolli, Gwyneth Jones, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Glazunov: Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 82: I. ModeratoAlexander Glazunov, Sir John Barbirolli, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Glazunov: Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 82: II. AndanteAlexander Glazunov, Sir John Barbirolli, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Glazunov: Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 82: III. CadenzaAlexander Glazunov, Sir John Barbirolli, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Glazunov: Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 82: IV. AnimandoAlexander Glazunov, Sir John Barbirolli, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Mahler: Kindertotenlieder: No. 1, Nun will die Sonn' so hell aufgehnGustav Mahler, Sir John Barbirolli, Janet Baker, Hallé
Mahler: Kindertotenlieder: No. 2, Nun seh' ich wohl, warum so dunkle FlammenGustav Mahler, Sir John Barbirolli, Janet Baker, Hallé
Mahler: Kindertotenlieder: No. 3, Wenn dein Mütterlein, tritt zur Tür hereinGustav Mahler, Sir John Barbirolli, Janet Baker, Hallé
Mahler: Kindertotenlieder: No. 4, Oft denk' ich, sie sind nur augesgengen!Gustav Mahler, Sir John Barbirolli, Janet Baker, Hallé
Mahler: Kindertotenlieder: No. 5, In diesen Wetter, indiesem BrausGustav Mahler, Sir John Barbirolli, Janet Baker, Hallé
Ravel: Shéhérazade, M. 41: No. 1, AsieMaurice Ravel, Janet Baker, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Ravel: Shéhérazade, M. 41: No. 2, La Flûte enchantéeMaurice Ravel, Janet Baker, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Ravel: Shéhérazade, M. 41: No. 3, L'IndifférentMaurice Ravel, Janet Baker, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Bach, JS: Concerto for Two Pianos in C Major, BWV 1061: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir John Barbirolli, Ethel Bartlett, Rae Robertson, Unknown Orchestra
Bach, JS: Concerto for Two Pianos in C Major, BWV 1061: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Ethel Bartlett, Rae Robertson
Bach, JS: Concerto for Two Pianos in C Major, BWV 1061: III. Finale. FugueJohann Sebastian Bach, Sir John Barbirolli, Ethel Bartlett, Rae Robertson, Unknown Orchestra
Elgar: The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 2: Softly and Gently (Angel, Chorus)Edward Elgar, Sir John Barbirolli, Janet Baker, Ambrosian Singers, Halle Choir, Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus, Hallé
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