Sabine Devieilhe, the acclaimed French soprano, invites you into a world of enchantment and intrigue with her album "Mirages," released on November 10, 2017, under Warner Classics. This exquisite collection of opera arias and art songs showcases Devieilhe's extraordinary vocal range and interpretive depth, spanning works from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The album opens with a captivating selection from André Messager's "Madame Chrysanthème," followed by a hauntingly beautiful aria from Debussy's "Pelléas et Mélisande." Delibes' "Lakmé" is prominently featured with three arias, including the famous "Duo des fleurs," showcasing Devieilhe's ability to convey both delicacy and power. The album also includes works by lesser-known composers such as Delage and Koechlin, offering a refreshing departure from the standard opera repertoire.
Devieilhe's performance is marked by her signature clarity and precision, as well as her ability to imbue each piece with a unique emotional resonance. The accompanying orchestration, conducted by the talented François-Xavier Roth, complements Devieilhe's voice perfectly, creating a lush and immersive soundscape.
With a duration of just over an hour, "Mirages" is a testament to Sabine Devieilhe's artistry and versatility. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Messager: Madame Chrysanthème, Act 3: "Le jour sous le soleil béni" (Madame Chrysanthème)André Messager, Sabine Devieilhe, François-Xavier Roth, Les Siècles
Debussy: Pelléas et Mélisande, L. 88, Act 3: "Mes longs cheveux descendent" (Mélisande)Claude Debussy, Sabine Devieilhe, François-Xavier Roth, Les Siècles
Delibes: Lakmé, Act 2: "Où va la jeune hindoue" (Lakmé)Léo Delibes, Sabine Devieilhe, François-Xavier Roth, Les Siècles
Delage: 4 poèmes hindous: I. MadrasMaurice Delage, Sabine Devieilhe, François-Xavier Roth, Les Siècles
Delage: 4 poèmes hindous: II. LahoreMaurice Delage, Sabine Devieilhe, François-Xavier Roth, Les Siècles
Delage: 4 poèmes hindous: III. BénarèsMaurice Delage, Sabine Devieilhe, François-Xavier Roth, Les Siècles
Delage: 4 poèmes hindous: IV. JeypurMaurice Delage, Sabine Devieilhe, François-Xavier Roth, Les Siècles
Debussy: La Romance d'Ariel, L. 54Claude Debussy, Sabine Devieilhe
Delibes: Lakmé, Act 1: Duo des fleurs. "Viens, Mallika" (Lakmé, Mallika)Léo Delibes, Sabine Devieilhe, Marianne Crebassa, Les Siècles, François-Xavier Roth
Stravinsky: Le Rossignol, Act II: Chanson du rossignol. "Ah, joie, emplis mon coeur"Igor Stravinsky, Sabine Devieilhe, François-Xavier Roth, Les Siècles
Thomas: Hamlet, Act 4: "À vos jeux, mes amis" (Ophélie)Ambroise Thomas, Sabine Devieilhe, François-Xavier Roth, Les Siècles
Berlioz: Tristia, Op. 18, H. 119: II. La Mort d'Ophélie, H. 92aHector Berlioz, Sabine Devieilhe
Massenet: Thaïs, Act 2: "Celle qui vient est plus belle" (La Charmeuse, Crobyle, Myrtale)Jules Massenet, Sabine Devieilhe, Jodie Devos, Marianne Crebassa, Les Siècles, François-Xavier Roth
Koechlin: Shéhérazade, Op. 84, Book 2: II. Le voyageCharles Koechlin, Sabine Devieilhe
Delibes: Lakmé, Act 3: "Tu m'as donné le plus doux rêve" (Lakmé)Léo Delibes, Sabine Devieilhe, François-Xavier Roth, Les Siècles
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