Huw Montague Rendall, the acclaimed tenor, invites you into a world of operatic splendor with his forthcoming album "Contemplation," set to release on September 6, 2024, under Warner Classics. This exquisite collection of arias and songs is a testament to Rendall's vocal prowess and artistic versatility, spanning a rich tapestry of compositions from the classical repertoire.
The album opens with a dramatic rendition of Thomas' "Hamlet," followed by a poignant performance of Gounod's "Faust." Rendall's interpretation of Korngold's "Die tote Stadt" showcases his ability to convey deep emotion, while his rendition of Mahler's "Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen" is a highlight, demonstrating his mastery of the German lied. The album also features renditions of Britten's "Billy Budd," Mozart's "Le nozze di Figaro," and "Don Giovanni," each showcasing Rendall's technical skill and expressive depth.
"Contemplation" is not just a collection of songs but a journey through the human experience, from the introspective to the exuberant. The album concludes with Mahler's "5 Rückert-Lieder," offering a moment of quiet reflection. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 15 minutes, this album is a must-listen for fans of opera and classical music alike. Huw Montague Rendall's "Contemplation" is a celebration of the voice and the power of storytelling through music.
Tracks
Thomas: Hamlet, Act 3: Récitatif. "J'ai pu frapper le misérable" - Air. "Être ou ne pas être" (Hamlet)Ambroise Thomas, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen
Gounod: Faust, Act 2: Récitatif. "Ô sainte médaille" - Air. "Avant de quitter ces lieux" (Valentin)Charles Gounod, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen
Korngold: Die tote Stadt, Op. 12, Act 2: "Mein Sehnen, mein Wähnen" (Fritz)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen
Mahler: Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen: No. 1, Wenn mein Schatz Hochzeit machtGustav Mahler, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen
Mahler: Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen: No. 2, Ging heut' morgen über's FeldGustav Mahler, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen
Mahler: Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen: No. 3, Ich hab' ein glühend MesserGustav Mahler, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen
Mahler: Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen: No. 4, Die zwei blauen Augen von meinem SchatzGustav Mahler, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen
Britten: Billy Budd, Op. 50, Act 2: "Look Through the Port" (Billy)Benjamin Britten, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen
Gounod: Roméo et Juliette, Act 1: Ballade. "Mab, la reine des mensonges" (Mercutio)Charles Gounod, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen
Mozart: Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492, Act 3: Aria. "Hai già vinta la causa" (Almaviva)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen
Mozart: Don Giovanni, K. 527, Act 2: Canzonetta. "Deh vieni alla finestra" (Don Giovanni)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen
Messager: Monsieur Beaucaire, Prologue: Chanson de la rose rouge. "Au jardin où les fleurs sont écloses" (Beaucaire)André Messager, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen
Mozart: Die Zauberflöte, K. 620, Act 2: "Papagena! Weibchen! Täubchen!" (Papageno, Die drei Knaben)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen, Benjamin Gilbert, Oliver Barlow, Sam Jackman
Mozart: Die Zauberflöte, K. 620, Act 2: Duett. "Pa-Pa-Pa-Papagena" (Papageno, Papagena)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Huw Montague Rendall, Ben Glassberg, Opéra Orchestre Normandie Rouen, Elisabeth Boudreault
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