Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Kevin Puts' "Silent Night," a powerful and evocative opera that blends history and fiction to create a gripping narrative. Released on November 12, 2021, under the prestigious Naxos label, this album is a testament to Puts' exceptional compositional prowess and storytelling ability.
"Silent Night" is a poignant exploration of the Christmas Truce of 1914, a series of widespread but unofficial ceasefires along the Western Front during World War I. The opera is a rich tapestry of human emotions, weaving together the stories of soldiers, families, and individuals caught in the throes of war. With a runtime of 1 hour and 58 minutes, the album is a comprehensive journey through the opera's two acts, each scene meticulously crafted to draw the audience into its dramatic unfolding.
The tracklist is a testament to the opera's depth and complexity, featuring a mix of solo arias, duets, and ensemble pieces, all performed with remarkable skill and passion. From the hauntingly beautiful "Dormi, Jesu!" to the intense and dramatic "Despicable!", each track offers a unique perspective on the opera's central themes of war, love, and redemption.
Kevin Puts' "Silent Night" is not just an opera; it's an experience. The album's live recordings capture the raw energy and emotion of the performances, transporting the listener to the heart of the action. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Silent Night" is an album that will leave a lasting impression.
Tracks
Silent Night, Act I Prologue: Ogni notte (Live)Kevin Puts, Karin Wolverton, Miles Mykkanen, Matthew Opitz, Minnesota Opera Chorus, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Prologue: Jonathan! (Live)Kevin Puts, Christian Sanders, Troy Cook, Charles Eaton, Minnesota Opera Chorus, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Prologue: Ne pars pas si tu (Live)Kevin Puts, Edward Parks, Danielle Beckvermit, Minnesota Opera Chorus, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Prologue: One More Week Here in Glasgow (Live)Kevin Puts, Miles Mykkanen, Edward Parks, Christian Thurston, Troy Cook, Charles Eaton, Minnesota Opera Chorus, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 1: Come On, Brother (Live)Kevin Puts, Christian Sanders, Charles Eaton, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 2: How Many? (Live)Kevin Puts, Christian Thurston, Christian Sanders, Troy Cook, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 2: Combien ? (Live)Kevin Puts, Christian Sanders, Troy Cook, Danielle Beckvermit, William Clay Thompson, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 2: Blessés. Grabert, Pierre (Live)Kevin Puts, Edward Parks, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 2: Sleep (Live)Kevin Puts, Minnesota Opera Chorus, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 2: Anna, meine Anna (Live)Kevin Puts, Miles Mykkanen, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 2: Interlude. Night Becomes Day (Live)Kevin Puts, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 3: Christbäume (Live)Kevin Puts, Miles Mykkanen, Joshua Jeremiah, Clark Weyrauch, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 3: Regardez ça (Live)Kevin Puts, Edward Parks, Andrew Wilkowske, Minnesota Opera Chorus, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 3: Mother, William and I Have Received Your Package (Live)Kevin Puts, Christian Sanders, Troy Cook, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 4: Per una notte sola! (Live)Kevin Puts, Karin Wolverton, Miles Mykkanen, Stephen Martin, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 4: Komm, Frühling! (Live)Kevin Puts, Karin Wolverton, Miles Mykkanen, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 4: Sieht aus wie der Balkon, auf dem wir uns begegnet sind (Live)Kevin Puts, Karin Wolverton, Miles Mykkanen, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 5: And Where Did You Find That?! (Live)Kevin Puts, Troy Cook, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 5: Many the Miles I Have Travel'd (Live)Kevin Puts, Miles Mykkanen, Andrew Wilkowske, Joshua Jeremiah, Christian Thurston, Troy Cook, Minnesota Opera Chorus, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 5: Hab Freude im Herzen, O Christenheit! (Live)Kevin Puts, Miles Mykkanen, Edward Parks, Andrew Wilkowske, Joshua Jeremiah, Christian Thurston, Charles Eaton, Troy Cook, Minnesota Opera Chorus, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 5: Dormi, Jesu! (Live)Kevin Puts, Miles Mykkanen, Edward Parks, Andrew Wilkowske, Joshua Jeremiah, Christian Thurston, Minnesota Opera Chorus, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 5: Gentlemen (Live)Kevin Puts, Karin Wolverton, Miles Mykkanen, Edward Parks, Andrew Wilkowske, Joshua Jeremiah, Christian Thurston, Troy Cook, Minnesota Opera Chorus, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 5: I Can Still Hear You (Live)Kevin Puts, Miles Mykkanen, Edward Parks, Andrew Wilkowske, Joshua Jeremiah, Christian Thurston, Christian Sanders, Troy Cook, Clark Weyrauch, Minnesota Opera Chorus, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act I Scene 5: Dona nobis pacem (Live)Kevin Puts, Karin Wolverton, Andrew Wilkowske, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act II Scene 1: Interlude - Was soll das? (Live)Kevin Puts, Edward Parks, Joshua Jeremiah, Christian Thurston, Troy Cook, Minnesota Opera Chorus, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act II Scene 1: Well, Here We Are (Live)Kevin Puts, Edward Parks, Andrew Wilkowske, Joshua Jeremiah, Christian Thurston, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act II Scene 2: Interlude. Burying the Dead (Live)Kevin Puts, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act II Scene 2: Irgendwo, irgendwann (Live)Kevin Puts, Karin Wolverton, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act II Scene 3: Despicable! (Live)Kevin Puts, Stephen Martin, Nicholas Davis, William Clay Thompson, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act II Scene 3: Well, I'm Afraid That's It (Live)Kevin Puts, Edward Parks, Joshua Jeremiah, Christian Thurston, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act II Scene 4: Ich erhielt gerade Nachricht (Live)Kevin Puts, Karin Wolverton, Miles Mykkanen, Joshua Jeremiah, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act II Scene 4: Nous demandons (Live)Kevin Puts, Karin Wolverton, Miles Mykkanen, Edward Parks, Andrew Wilkowske, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act II Scene 4: It Was the Most Amazing Thing (Live)Kevin Puts, Edward Parks, Christian Sanders, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Minnesota Opera Chorus, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act II Scene 5: I Don't Have to Tell You (Live)Kevin Puts, Troy Cook, Nicholas Davis, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act II Scene 5: Ponchel. Que s'est-il passé ? (Live)Kevin Puts, Edward Parks, Andrew Wilkowske, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act II Scene 5: Make Me a Channel of Your Peace (Live)Kevin Puts, Troy Cook, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act II Scene 5: Si vous êtes venu me faire la morale (Live)Kevin Puts, Edward Parks, William Clay Thompson, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
Silent Night, Act II Scene 5: In zwei Tagen (Live)Kevin Puts, Joshua Jeremiah, Stephen Martin, Charles Eaton, Clark Weyrauch, Minnesota Opera Orchestra, Courtney Lewis
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