Icon: Dame Janet Baker is a comprehensive collection that showcases the extraordinary vocal prowess and artistic versatility of the legendary mezzo-soprano Janet Baker. Released on Warner Classics in 2008, this album spans a remarkable four hours and thirty-nine minutes, offering a rich tapestry of classical masterpieces that highlight Baker's unparalleled ability to convey deep emotion and technical brilliance.
The album features a diverse range of compositions, from the profound and dramatic works of Brahms and Mahler to the lyrical beauty of Strauss and Elgar. Baker's interpretations are marked by their intensity and sensitivity, making each piece a profound experience. The inclusion of works by Berlioz, Ravel, and Chausson adds a layer of romanticism and poetic depth, while the sacred and operatic selections from Handel, Bach, and others demonstrate her mastery of both sacred and secular repertoire.
This collection is not just a testament to Janet Baker's enduring legacy but also a celebration of the timeless beauty of classical music. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Baker's artistry or a newcomer to her work, this album offers a captivating journey through some of the most beloved and significant pieces in the classical canon.
Tracks
Brahms: Alto Rhapsody, Op. 53 - 2004 Remastered VersionJohannes Brahms, Janet Baker, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Wesendonck-Lieder: I. Der EngelRichard Wagner, Janet Baker, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Wesendonck-Lieder: II. Stehe stillRichard Wagner, Janet Baker, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Wesendonck-Lieder: III. Im TreibhausRichard Wagner, Janet Baker, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Wesendonck-Lieder: IV. SchmerzenRichard Wagner, Janet Baker, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Wesendonck-Lieder: V. TräumeRichard Wagner, Janet Baker, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Strauss, R: 5 Lieder, Op. 32: No. 3, Liebeshymnus (Version with Orchestra)Richard Strauss, Janet Baker, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Strauss, R: 4 Lieder, Op. 36: No. 1, Das Rosenband (Version with Orchestra)Richard Strauss, Janet Baker, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Strauss, R: 4 Lieder, Op. 27: No. 1, Ruhe meine Seele! (Version with Orchestra)Richard Strauss, Janet Baker, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Strauss, R: 3 Gesänge älterer deutscher Dichter, Op. 43: No. 2, Muttertändelei (Version with Orchestra)Richard Strauss, Janet Baker, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Elgar: Sea Pictures, Op. 37: No. 1, Sea Slumber-SongEdward Elgar, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli, Sir Adrian Boult, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Elgar: Sea Pictures, Op. 37: No. 2, In Haven. CapriEdward Elgar, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli, Sir Adrian Boult, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Elgar: Sea Pictures, Op. 37: No. 3, A Sabbath Morning at SeaEdward Elgar, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli, Sir Adrian Boult, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Elgar: Sea Pictures, Op. 37: No. 4, Where Corals LieEdward Elgar, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli, Sir Adrian Boult, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Elgar: Sea Pictures, Op. 37: No. 5, The SwimmerEdward Elgar, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli, Sir Adrian Boult, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Elgar: The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38, Pt. 2: "Softly and Gently" (Angel, Chorus)Edward Elgar, Janet Baker, Hallé, Sir John Barbirolli, Eric Chadwick, Halle Choir, Kim Borg, Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus
Berlioz: Les nuits d'été, Op. 7, H. 81b: I. Villanelle, H. 82bHector Berlioz, Janet Baker, Sir John Barbirolli, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Berlioz: Les nuits d'été, Op. 7, H. 81b: II. Le spectre de la rose, H. 83bHector Berlioz, Janet Baker, Sir John Barbirolli, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Berlioz: Les nuits d'été, Op. 7, H. 81b: IV. Absence, H. 85bHector Berlioz, Janet Baker, Sir John Barbirolli, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Berlioz: Les nuits d'été, Op. 7, H. 81b: III. Sur les lagunes, H. 84bHector Berlioz, Janet Baker, Sir John Barbirolli, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Berlioz: Les nuits d'été, Op. 7, H. 81b: V. Au cimetière, H. 86bHector Berlioz, Janet Baker, Sir John Barbirolli, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Berlioz: Les nuits d'été, Op. 7, H. 81b: VI. L'île inconnue, H. 87bHector Berlioz, Janet Baker, Sir John Barbirolli, New Philharmonia Orchestra
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
Chausson: Poème de l'amour et de la mer, Op. 19: No. 1, La fleur des eauxErnest Chausson, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, André Previn
Chausson: Poème de l'amour et de la mer, Op. 19: No. 2, InterludeErnest Chausson, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, André Previn
Chausson: Poème de l'amour et de la mer, Op. 19: No. 3, La mort de l'amourErnest Chausson, Janet Baker, London Symphony Orchestra, André Previn
Mahler: Kindertotenlieder: No. 1, Nun will die Sonn' so hell aufgeh'nGustav Mahler, Janet Baker, Hallé, Sir John Barbirolli
Mahler: Kindertotenlieder: No. 2, Nun seh' ich wohl, warum so dunkle FlammenGustav Mahler, Janet Baker, Hallé, Sir John Barbirolli
Mahler: Kindertotenlieder: No. 3, Wenn dein Mütterlein tritt zur Tür hereinGustav Mahler, Janet Baker, Hallé, Sir John Barbirolli
Mahler: Kindertotenlieder: No. 4, Oft denk' ich, sie sind nur ausgegangenGustav Mahler, Janet Baker, Hallé, Sir John Barbirolli
Mahler: Kindertotenlieder: No. 5, In diesem Wetter, in diesem BrausGustav Mahler, Janet Baker, Hallé, Sir John Barbirolli
Mahler: Rückert-Lieder: No. 3, Blicke mir nicht in die LiederGustav Mahler, Janet Baker, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Mahler: Rückert-Lieder: No. 1, Ich atmet' einen linden Duft!Gustav Mahler, Janet Baker, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Mahler: Rückert-Lieder: No. 5, Um MitternachtGustav Mahler, Janet Baker, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Mahler / Orch. Puttmann: Rückert-Lieder: No. 2, Liebst du um SchönheitGustav Mahler, Janet Baker, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Mahler: Rückert-Lieder: No. 4, Ich bin der Welt abhanden gekommenGustav Mahler, Janet Baker, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Mahler: Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen: I. "Wenn mein Schatz Hochzeit macht"Gustav Mahler, Janet Baker, Hallé, Sir John Barbirolli
Mahler: Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen: No. 2, Ging heut' morgens über's FeldGustav Mahler, Janet Baker, Hallé, Sir John Barbirolli
Mahler: Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen: No. 3, Ich hab' ein glühend MesserGustav Mahler, Janet Baker, Hallé, Sir John Barbirolli
Mahler: Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen: No. 4, Die zwei blauen AugenGustav Mahler, Janet Baker, Hallé, Sir John Barbirolli
Mahler: Rückert-Lieder: No. 4, Ich bin der Welt abhanden gekommenGustav Mahler, Janet Baker, Hallé, Sir John Barbirolli
Mahler: Symphony No. 2 in C Minor "Resurrection": IV. Urlicht. Sehr feierlich, aber schlichtGustav Mahler, Sir Simon Rattle, Janet Baker, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
Handel: Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. 2, Scene 1: Aria. "He Was Despised and Rejected of Men"George Frideric Handel, Elizabeth Harwood, Janet Baker, Paul Esswood, Robert Tear, Raimund Herincx, Ambrosian Singers, Sir Charles Mackerras, English Chamber Orchestra
Handel: Ah, crudel! nel pianto mio, HWV 78: Aria. "Per trofei di mia costanza"George Frideric Handel, Janet Baker, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Handel: Armida abbandonata, HWV 105: Aria. "Ah crudele! E pur ten' vai"George Frideric Handel, Janet Baker, Raymond Leppard, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Ich habe genug, BWV 82: No. 3, Aria. "Schlummert ein, ihr matten Augen"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Bath Festival Orchestra, Yehudi Menuhin
Bach, JS: Weihnachtsoratorium, BWV 248, Pt. 1: No. 4, Aria. "Bereite dich, Zion, mit zärtlichen Trieben"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Bach, JS: Johannes-Passion, BWV 245, Pt. 2: No. 30, Aria. "Es ist vollbracht"Johann Sebastian Bach, Janet Baker, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
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