Joyce DiDonato, the acclaimed mezzo-soprano known for her captivating performances, presents her latest album "EDEN," a stunning collection of operatic arias and art songs that showcases her extraordinary vocal range and interpretive depth. Released on April 22, 2022, under Warner Classics, this album is a testament to DiDonato's artistry and her ability to breathe new life into both familiar and lesser-known pieces from the classical repertoire.
"EDEN" is a journey through time and emotion, featuring works by composers such as Ives, Mahler, Handel, and Wagner, among others. The album opens with Charles Ives' "The Unanswered Question," setting the stage for a diverse and thought-provoking musical experience. DiDonato's rendition of Mahler's "Rückert-Lieder" is particularly noteworthy, showcasing her ability to convey profound emotion with exquisite sensitivity.
The album also includes a selection of arias from operas by Handel, including "Frondi tenere e belle" and "Ombra mai fù" from "Serse," as well as "As with Rosy Steps the Morn" from "Theodora." These performances highlight DiDonato's operatic prowess and her ability to bring characters to life through her singing.
In addition to the operatic selections, "EDEN" features a number of art songs and instrumental pieces, including "The First Morning of the World" by Portman and "Schmerzen" from Wagner's "5 Gedichte für eine Frauenstimme." These pieces demonstrate DiDonato's versatility as a singer and her ability to connect with audiences on a deeply personal level.
With a duration of 1 hour and 16 minutes, "EDEN" is a rich and rewarding listening experience that is sure to delight fans of classical music and opera. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Joyce DiDonato or a newcomer to her work, this album is a must-listen that showcases the very best of her artistry.
This LP was released in 2022.
Tracks
Ives: The Unanswered QuestionCharles Ives, Joyce DiDonato, Il Pomo D'oro, Maxim Emelyanychev
Portman: The First Morning of the WorldRachel Portman, Joyce DiDonato, Il Pomo D'oro, Maxim Emelyanychev
Mahler: Rückert-Lieder: No. 2, "Ich atmet' einen linden Duft!"Gustav Mahler, Joyce DiDonato, Il Pomo D'oro, Maxim Emelyanychev
Marini: Scherzi e canzone, Op. 5: No. 3, Con le stelle in ciel che maiBiagio Marini, Joyce DiDonato, Il Pomo D'oro, Maxim Emelyanychev
Mysliveček: Adamo ed Eva, Pt. 2: "Toglierò le sponde al mare"Josef Mysliveček, Joyce DiDonato, Il Pomo D'oro, Maxim Emelyanychev
Copland: 8 Poems of Emily Dickinson: No. 1, Nature, the Gentlest MotherAaron Copland, Joyce DiDonato, Il Pomo D'oro, Maxim Emelyanychev
Valentini: Sonata enharmonica in G MinorGiovanni Valentini, Maxim Emelyanychev
Cavalli: La Calisto, Act 1: "Piante ombrose"Francesco Cavalli, Joyce DiDonato, Il Pomo D'oro, Maxim Emelyanychev
Gluck: Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30: Danza degli spettri e delle furieChristoph Willibald Gluck, Maxim Emelyanychev
Gluck: Ezio, Wq. 15, Act 3: "Misera, dove son!"Christoph Willibald Gluck, Joyce DiDonato, Il Pomo D'oro, Maxim Emelyanychev
Gluck: Ezio, Wq. 15, Act 3: "Ah! non son io che parlo"Christoph Willibald Gluck, Joyce DiDonato, Il Pomo D'oro, Maxim Emelyanychev
Handel: Theodora, HWV 68, Pt. 1: "As with Rosy Steps the Morn"George Frideric Handel, Joyce DiDonato, Il Pomo D'oro, Maxim Emelyanychev
Mahler: Rückert-Lieder: No. 3, "Ich bin der Welt abhanden gekommen"Gustav Mahler, Joyce DiDonato, Il Pomo D'oro, Maxim Emelyanychev
Wagner / Arr. Mottl for Voice and Orchestra: 5 Gedichte für eine Frauenstimme: No. 4, SchmerzenRichard Wagner, Joyce DiDonato, Il Pomo D'oro, Maxim Emelyanychev
Handel: Serse, HWV 40, Act 1: "Frondi tenere e belle"George Frideric Handel, Joyce DiDonato, Il Pomo D'oro, Maxim Emelyanychev
Handel: Serse, HWV 40, Act 1: "Ombra mai fù"George Frideric Handel, Joyce DiDonato, Il Pomo D'oro, Maxim Emelyanychev
Earth’s New HeavenBeautiful Chorus, Joyce DiDonato
Seeds of HopeCanterbury Choir Bishop Ramsey School, Mike Roberts, Joyce DiDonato, Guildhall Session Orchestra
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