Celebrating a decade of musical excellence, Charles Gounod presents "Les musiques de Prodiges - 10e anniversaire," a captivating compilation of operatic masterpieces and classical gems. Released on December 14, 2023, under Warner Classics, this album is a testament to Gounod's enduring legacy and his profound influence on the world of opera and classical music.
Spanning a diverse range of compositions, the album features iconic works from legendary composers such as Rossini, Verdi, Vivaldi, Mozart, Beethoven, and many more. From the stirring overtures of Rossini's "Guillaume Tell" and "La gazza ladra" to the hauntingly beautiful "Dies irae" from Verdi's "Messa da Requiem," each track is a masterclass in musical storytelling. The inclusion of beloved arias like "O mio babbino caro" from Puccini's "Gianni Schicchi" and "Casta diva" from Bellini's "Norma" showcases Gounod's versatility and his ability to bring out the deepest emotions in these timeless pieces.
The album also features enchanting instrumental works, including Jenkins' "Palladio," Morricone's "Gabriel's Oboe" from "The Mission," and the ever-popular "Over the Rainbow." These selections add a touch of variety and highlight Gounod's skill in interpreting both vocal and instrumental compositions with equal finesse.
With a duration of 2 hours and 42 minutes, "Les musiques de Prodiges - 10e anniversaire" is a comprehensive journey through the rich tapestry of classical and operatic music. Whether you are a seasoned aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Gounod's impeccable artistry and the exquisite performances make this a celebration of music that will resonate with listeners for years to come.
Williams: Main Theme (From "Schindler's List")Gautier Capuçon
Shostakovich: Suite for Jazz Orchestra No. 2, Op. 50b: No. 2, WaltzPhiladelphia Orchestra, Mariss Jansons
Mozart: Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492, Act 2: "Voi che sapete" (Cherubino)Marianne Crebassa
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92: II. Allegretto (Excerpt)Wolfgang Sawallisch
Mozart: Symphony No. 25 in G Minor, K. 183: I. Allegro con brio (Excerpt)Sir Neville Marriner
Bizet: Carmen, WD 31, Act 2: "Votre toast je peux vous le rendre" (Escamillo, Frasquita, Mercédès, Carmen, Moralès, Zuniga, Chœur)Lorin Maazel, Julia Migenes Johnson, Lilian Watson, Susan Daniel, Ruggero Raimondi, Francois Le Roux, John Paul Bogart, Choeur de Radio France
Rossini: La gazza ladra: Overture (Excerpt)Sir Roger Norrington
Mozart: Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492, Act 4: "L'ho perduta, me meschina" (Barberina)Roxane Macaudière
Chopin: Polonaise in A-Flat Major, Op. 53 "Heroic" (Excerpt)Paul Ji
Bizet: Carmen, WD 31, Act 1: Habanera (Arr. Baldeyrou for Clarinet and Piano)Simon Lopez, Guillaume Vincent
Morricone / Orch. Bouchard: Once Upon a Time in the West: “Your Love” (Jill)Isabelle Valot
Now We Are Free (From "Gladiator")Julie Berthollet, Camille Berthollet, Maxime Ferri
Caccini: Ave MariaSumi Jo
Bellini: Norma, Act 1: "Casta diva" (Norma, Coro)Maria Callas, Coro Del Teatro Alla Scala Di Milano
Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake, Op. 20, Act 2: No. 10, Scene. ModeratoAndré Previn, London Symphony Orchestra
Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Moonlight": III. Presto agitatoMaria João Pires
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: I. Allegro molto appassionato (Excerpt)Maxim Vengerov
Mozart: Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, K. 550: I. Molto allegro (Excerpt)Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Mozart: Requiem in D Minor, K. 626: LacrimosaNikolaus Harnoncourt, Konzertvereinigung der Wiener Staatsopernchor
Handel: Rinaldo, HWV 7, Act 2: Aria. "Lascia ch'io pianga" (Almirena)Claudio Scimone, I Solisti Veneti, Marilyn Horne
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker, Op. 71, Act 1: No. 2, MarchAndré Previn, London Symphony Orchestra
Verdi: Nabucco, Act 3: Coro di schiavi ebrei. "Va pensiero, sull'ali dorate" (Excerpt)Riccardo Muti, Ambrosian Opera Chorus
Mozart: Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492: SinfoniaWiener Philharmoniker, Riccardo Muti
Mozart: Clarinet Concerto in A Major, K. 622: II. Adagio (Excerpt)Sabine Meyer, Staatskapelle Dresden, Hans Vonk
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 23: I. Allegro non troppo e molto maestoso - Allegro con spiritoJean-Bernard Pommier, Hallé, Lawrence Foster
Chopin: Fantaisie-impromptu in C-Sharp Minor, Op. Posth. 66Samson François
Liszt: Hungarian Rhapsodies, S. 244: No. 2 in C-Sharp Minor (Excerpt)György Cziffra
Albéniz: Suite Española No. 1, Op. 47: V. Asturias "Leyenda" (Excerpt)Fazıl Say
Brahms: Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: No. 5 in F-Sharp MinorOrchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg
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