Immerse yourself in the rich, romantic world of Jules Massenet with the captivating album "Neeme Järvi Conducts Massenet." Released on May 1, 2014, under the esteemed Chandos label, this collection showcases the brilliance of Massenet's compositions, spanning operatic overtures, ballet music, and orchestral suites. The album opens with a suite from "Le Cid," a work that exemplifies Massenet's ability to blend Spanish folk melodies with grand orchestral writing. Other highlights include the lyrical "Meditation" from "Thaïs," the dramatic "Overture" from "Phèdre," and the virtuosic "Fantaisie for Violin and Orchestra." Conducted by the esteemed Neeme Järvi, this recording offers a nuanced and insightful interpretation of Massenet's music, revealing the composer's mastery of melody, harmony, and orchestration. With a duration of 1 hour and 27 minutes, this album is a comprehensive exploration of Massenet's diverse musical output, making it an essential addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
Tracks
Le Cid: I. CastillaneJules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi
Le Cid: II. AndalouseJules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi
Le Cid: III. AragonaiseJules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi
Le Cid: IV. AubadeJules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi
Le Cid: V. CatalaneJules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi
Le Cid: VI. MadrilèneJules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi
Le Cid: VII. NavarraiseJules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi
La Vierge, Act IV: Prelude, Le dernier sommeil de la ViergeJules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi, Truls Mørk
Le Roi de Lahore: OvertureJules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi
Fantaisie for Violin and Orchestra: I. Animé, alerteJules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi, Truls Mørk
Fantaisie for Violin and Orchestra: II. Lent (Quasi cadenza)Jules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi, Truls Mørk
Fantaisie for Violin and Orchestra: III. AniméJules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi, Truls Mørk
Phèdre: OvertureJules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi
Les Érinnyes, Act II: Scene religieuse (Arr. for Cello and Orchestra)Jules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi, Truls Mørk
Don Cesar de Bazan, Act III: A Seville, belles Senoras, "Sevillana" (Arr. for Orchestra)Jules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi
Scenes pittoresqyes: I. Marche. Allegro moderatoJules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi
Scenes pittoresqyes: II. Air de ballet. Allegretto scherzandoJules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi
Scenes pittoresqyes: III. Angelus. Andante sostenuto - Sans retenir - Stesso tempoJules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi
Scenes pittoresqyes: IV. Fête bohème. Allegro moderato - Tempo IJules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi
Thaïs: MeditationJules Massenet, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Neeme Järvi
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