Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of French opera with Germaine Cernay's captivating album, "L'art français du chant, Vol. 3." This exquisite collection, released on November 26, 2015, under the Forlane label, showcases the timeless beauty of opera through a series of stunning performances. Spanning a little over an hour, the album features a diverse array of arias and duets from some of the most celebrated operas in the French repertoire.
Germaine Cernay, a renowned artist known for her powerful and expressive voice, brings each piece to life with remarkable skill and artistry. The album includes iconic works from operas such as "Pelléas et Mélisande," "Lakmé," "Alceste," "Orphée et Eurydice," and "Faust." Each track is a testament to Cernay's ability to convey the depth and nuance of these beloved compositions.
From the hauntingly beautiful "Voici ce qu'il écrit à son frère Pelléas" to the enchanting "Allons cueillir les lotus bleus," the album offers a journey through the emotional landscapes of these operatic masterpieces. Cernay's performances are complemented by the lush orchestrations and the rich, resonant tones that define the French operatic tradition.
Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a treasure trove of musical excellence. Germaine Cernay's renditions are not just performances; they are interpretations that breathe new life into these classic works, making "L'art français du chant, Vol. 3" a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the art of opera.
Tracks
Pelléas et Mélisande, L. 88: Voici ce qu'il écrit à son frère Pelléas (Geneviève) - 1928 VersionClaude Debussy, Germaine Cernay, Gustave Cloez, Orchestre Gustave Cloëz
Pelléas et Mélisande, L. 88: Vous ne savez pas où je vous ai menée? (Pelléas, Mélisande) - 1952 Live VersionClaude Debussy, Camille Maurane, Suzanne Danco, Orchestre National de la RTF, Desire-Emile Inghelbrecht
Pelléas et Mélisande, L. 88: Mes longs cheveux descendent jusqu'au seuil de la tour (Mélisande, Pelléas, Golaud) - 1941 VersionClaude Debussy, Irene Joachim, Jacques Jansen, Henri-Bertrand Etcheverry, Orchestre Symphonique Roger Désormière, Roger Desormiere
Lakmé: Où va la jeune hindoue? (Lakmé) "Air des clochettes" - 1952 VersionLéo Delibes, Mado Robin, Orchestre Du Theatre National De L'Opera Comique, Georges Sebastian
Lakmé: Tu m'as donné le plus doux rêve (Lakmé) - 1928 VersionLéo Delibes, Germaine Féraldy, Orchestre Elie Cohen, Elie Cohen
Alceste: Divinité du Styx (Aria d'Alceste) - 1928 Version, Arr. by Vincent d'IndyChristoph Willibald Gluck, Suzanne Balguerie, Orchestre Albert Wolff, Albert Wolff
Orphée et Eurydice: Quel nouveau ciel pare ces lieux! (Orphée) - 1934 VersionChristoph Willibald Gluck, Alice Raveau, Orchestre Henri Tomasi, Henri Tomasi
Orphée et Eurydice: J'ai perdu mon Eurydice (Air d'Orphée) - 1923 VersionChristoph Willibald Gluck, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris, Fernand Ansseau, Pierre Dervaux
Faust: Rien, en vain j'interroge… (Faust) - 1948 VersionCharles Gounod, Georges Nore, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Royal Philharmonic Chorus, Sir Thomas Beecham
Faust: Avant de quitter ces lieux… (Air de Valentin) - 1958 VersionCharles Gounod, Michel Dens, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris, Louis Fourestier
Faust: Le veau d'or est toujours debout (Air de Méphistophélès) - 1930 VersionCharles Gounod, Marcel Journet, Orchestre Henri Busser, Henri Büsser
Faust: Quel trouble inconnu me pénètre?... Salut! demeure chaste et pure, où se devine (Faust) - 1956 VersionCharles Gounod, Henri Legay, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris, Pierre Dervaux
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