Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Henry Purcell's masterpiece, "Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626," a captivating blend of classical and choral music that has stood the test of time. This live recording, released on August 1, 2014, under the Walhall Eternity Series label, offers a unique opportunity to experience the full scope of Purcell's genius in a single, engaging performance.
Spanning a total of 76 minutes, this album is a complete presentation of Purcell's seminal opera, featuring a full cast of talented vocalists and musicians. The performance is divided into three acts, each filled with a rich tapestry of arias, choruses, and dances that bring the tragic love story of Dido, Queen of Carthage, and Aeneas, the Trojan hero, to life.
The album opens with the stirring Overture, setting the stage for the dramatic unfolding of events. As the story progresses, you'll be swept away by the powerful emotions conveyed through the music, from the tender duets between Dido and Aeneas to the chilling choruses of the witches and sorceress. The inclusion of both English and Norwegian performances of the final scene adds an intriguing layer to the listening experience.
Henry Purcell's "Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626" is not just an album; it's a journey through one of the most influential works in the history of English opera. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this live recording is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Tracks
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626: Overture (Live)Henry Purcell, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act I: Shake the Cloud from Off Your Brow (Belinda, Chorus) [Live]Henry Purcell, Maggie Teyte, Mermaid Singers, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act I: Ah! Belinda, I Am Prest with Torment (Dido) [Live]Henry Purcell, Kirsten Flagstad, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act I: Grief Increases by Concealing (Belinda, Dido, Chorus) [Live]Henry Purcell, Maggie Teyte, Kirsten Flagstad, Mermaid Singers, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act I: Whence Could So Much Virtue Spring? (Dido, Belinda) [Live]Henry Purcell, Kirsten Flagstad, Maggie Teyte, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act I: Fear No Danger to Ensue (First Woman, Second Woman, Chorus) [Live]Henry Purcell, Eilidh McNab, Ann Dowdall, Mermaid Singers, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act I: See, Your Royal Guest Appears (Belinda, Aeneas, Dido, Chorus) [Live]Henry Purcell, Maggie Teyte, Thomas Hemsley, Kirsten Flagstad, Mermaid Singers, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act I: To the Hills and the Vales (Chorus) [Live]Henry Purcell, Mermaid Singers, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act I: The Triumphing Dance (Live)Henry Purcell, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act II Scene 1: Wayward Sisters, You That Fright (Sorceress, First Witch, Chorus) [Live]Henry Purcell, Edith Coates, Arda Mandikian, Mermaid Singers, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act II Scene 1: The Queen of Carthage (Sorceress, Chorus, First Witch, Second Witch) [Live]Henry Purcell, Edith Coates, Arda Mandikian, Ilsa Steinora, Mermaid Singers, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act II Scene 1: But, Ere We This Perform (First Witch, Second Witch) [Live]Henry Purcell, Arda Mandikian, Ilsa Steinora, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act II Scene 1: In Our Deep Vaulted Cell the Charm We'll Prepare (Chorus) [Live]Henry Purcell, Mermaid Singers, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act II Scene 1: Echo Dance (Live)Henry Purcell, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act II Scene 2: Thanks to These Lonesome Vales (Belinda, Chorus) [Live]Henry Purcell, Maggie Teyte, Mermaid Singers, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act II Scene 2: Oft She Visits This Lone Mountain (Second Woman) [Live]Henry Purcell, Ann Dowdall, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act II Scene 2: Behold, upon My Bending Spear (Aenas, Dido, Belinda, Chorus) [Live]Henry Purcell, Thomas Hemsley, Kirsten Flagstad, Maggie Teyte, Mermaid Singers, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act II Scene 2: Stay, Prince, and Hear Great Jove's Command (Spirit, Aeneas) [Live]Henry Purcell, Murray Dickie, Thomas Hemsley, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act II Scene 2: Then Since Our Charmes Have Sped (Chorus, Sorceress) [Live]Henry Purcell, Mermaid Singers, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones, Edith Coates
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act II Scene 2: The Groves Dance (Live)Henry Purcell, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act III Scene 1: Come Away, Fellow Sailors (Sailor, Chorus) [Live]Henry Purcell, Powell Lloyd, Mermaid Singers, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act III Scene 1: The Sailors' Dance (Live)Henry Purcell, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act III Scene 1: See, the Flags and Streamers Curling (Sorceress, First Witch, Second Witch, Chorus) [Live]Henry Purcell, Edith Coates, Arda Mandikian, Ilsa Steinora, Mermaid Singers, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act III Scene 1: The Witches' Dance (Live)Henry Purcell, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act III Scene 2: Your Counsel All Is Urg'd in Vain (Dido, Belinda, Aenas) [Live]Henry Purcell, Kirsten Flagstad, Maggie Teyte, Thomas Hemsley, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act III Scene 2: Thus on the Fatal Banks of Nile (Dido, Aeneas) [Live]Henry Purcell, Kirsten Flagstad, Thomas Hemsley, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act III Scene 2: But Death, Alas! I Cannot Shun (Dido, Chorus) [Live]Henry Purcell, Kirsten Flagstad, Mermaid Singers, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act III Scene 2: Thy Hand, Belinda, Darkness Shades Me (Dido) [Live]Henry Purcell, Kirsten Flagstad, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act III Scene 2: When I Am Laid in Earth (Dido) [Live]Henry Purcell, Kirsten Flagstad, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act III Scene 2: With Drooping Wings Ye Cupids Come (Chorus) [Live]Henry Purcell, Mermaid Singers, Mermaid Orchestra, Geraint Jones
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act III Scene 2: Your Counsel All Is Urg'd in Vain (Dido, Belinda, Aeneas) [Sung in Norwegian] [Live]Henry Purcell, Kirsten Flagstad, Bjarbe Buntz, Karl Frisell, Nye Teater Oslo Orkester, Oivin Fjelstad
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act III Scene 2: Thus on the Fatal Banks of Nile (Dido, Aeneas) [Sung in Norwegian] [Live]Henry Purcell, Kirsten Flagstad, Karl Frisell, Nye Teater Oslo Orkester, Oivin Fjelstad
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act III Scene 2: Bet Death, Alas! I Cannot Shun (Dido, Chorus) [Sung in Norwegian] [Live]Henry Purcell, Kirsten Flagstad, Nye Teater Oslo Kor, Nye Teater Oslo Orkester, Oivin Fjelstad
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act III Scene 2: Thy Hand, Belinda, Darkness Shades Me (Dido) [Sung in Norwegian] [Live]Henry Purcell, Kirsten Flagstad, Nye Teater Oslo Orkester, Oivin Fjelstad
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act III Scene 2: When I Am Laid in Earth (Dido) [Sung in Norwegian] [Live]Henry Purcell, Kirsten Flagstad, Nye Teater Oslo Orkester, Oivin Fjelstad
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act III Scene 2: With Drooping Wings Ye Cupids Come (Chorus) [Sung in Norwegian] [Live]Henry Purcell, Nye Teater Oslo Kor, Nye Teater Oslo Orkester, Oivin Fjelstad
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