Immerse yourself in the captivating world of French composer Georges Bizet with this exquisite album by The Consort of Voices. Released on March 6, 2014, under Ameritz Music Ltd., this collection offers a rich tapestry of Bizet's most celebrated works, spanning a concise yet engaging 57 minutes.
The album opens with a powerful rendition of "Carmen, Act I: Pres des reparts de Seville," setting the stage for a journey through Bizet's dramatic and melodic genius. The Consort of Voices then delves into the enchanting "Petite Suite," a delightful arrangement of Bizet's "Jeux d'enfants" for orchestra, featuring playful and whimsical pieces like "Trompette et tambour. Marche" and "La Poupee. Berceuse."
A significant portion of the album is dedicated to Bizet's incidental music for the play "L'Arlesienne," including a variety of melodramas, intermezzos, and choruses that showcase the composer's ability to evoke a range of emotions and atmospheres. Highlights include the stirring "L'arlesienne, Act I: Prelude (The March of the Kings)" and the lively "L'arlesienne, Act IV: Farandole."
The album concludes with a charming arrangement of "L'Arlesienne Suite: No. 1, Minuet" for saxophone quartet, offering a unique and refreshing perspective on Bizet's timeless music.
Throughout the album, The Consort of Voices delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply expressive, bringing Bizet's compositions to life with passion and precision. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of opera and orchestral works, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Carmen, Act I: Pres des reparts de SevilleGeoffrey Parsons
Petite Suite (Arr. of Jeux d'enfants for Orchestra): I. Trompette et tambour. MarcheThe Consort Of Voices
Petite Suite (Arr. of Jeux d'enfants for Orchestra): II. La Poupee. BerceuseThe Consort Of Voices
Petite Suite (Arr. of Jeux d'enfants for Orchestra): III. La Toupie. ImpromptuThe Consort Of Voices
Petite Suite (Arr. of Jeux d'enfants for Orchestra): IV. Petit Mari, Petite Femme. DuoThe Consort Of Voices
Petite Suite (Arr. of Jeux d'enfants for Orchestra): V. Le Bal. GalopThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act I: Prelude (The March of the Kings)The Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act I: Melodrama IThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act I: Melodrama IIThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act I: Melodrama IIIThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act I: Melodrama. Grand soleilThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act I: Finale. Melodrame et choeurThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act II: Pastorale (Entracte et choeur)The Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act II: Melodrama IThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act II: Melodrama IIThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act II: Melodrama IVThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act II: Melodrame. ChorusThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act II: Melodrama VThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act II: Melodrama VIThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act II: FinaleThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act III: IntermezzoThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act III: FinaleThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act IV: Entr'acteThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act IV: CarillonThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act IV: Melodrama IThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act IV: Melodrama IIThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act IV: FarandoleThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act V: IntermezzoThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act V: Choeur IThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act V: Choeur IIThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act V: Melodrama IThe Consort Of Voices
L'arlesienne, Act V: Melodrama IIThe Consort Of Voices
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