Renée Fleming, the renowned soprano, presents a captivating collection of works by three distinguished French composers: Maurice Ravel, Olivier Messiaen, and Pierre Boulez. This album, "Poèmes - Ravel, Messiaen, Dutilleux," released on January 1, 2012, under Decca Music Group Ltd., is a testament to Fleming's extraordinary vocal range and interpretive prowess. The album spans a variety of genres within the classical realm, including opera and art song, showcasing the depth and versatility of her artistry.
The album opens with Ravel's enchanting "Shéhérazade," a trio of songs that paint vivid pictures of exotic locales and timeless tales. Following this, Fleming delves into Messiaen's "Poèmes pour Mi," a cycle of nine songs that explore themes of love, nature, and spirituality. The album concludes with Boulez's "Le temps l'horloge," a hauntingly beautiful song cycle that reflects on the passage of time.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 9 minutes, this album offers a rich and immersive listening experience. Renée Fleming's luminous voice and nuanced interpretations bring these compositions to life, making this album a standout in her illustrious discography. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Shéhérazade, M.41: 1. AsieMaurice Ravel, Renée Fleming, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Alan Gilbert
Shéhérazade, M.41: 2. La flûte enchantéeMaurice Ravel, Renée Fleming, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Alan Gilbert
Shéhérazade, M.41: 3. L'indifférentMaurice Ravel, Renée Fleming, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Alan Gilbert
Poemes pour mi: 1. Action de grâcesOlivier Messiaen, Renée Fleming, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Alan Gilbert
Poemes pour mi: 2. PaysageOlivier Messiaen, Renée Fleming, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Alan Gilbert
Poemes pour mi: 3. La maisonOlivier Messiaen, Renée Fleming, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Alan Gilbert
Poemes pour mi: 4. EpouvanteOlivier Messiaen, Renée Fleming, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Alan Gilbert
Poemes pour mi: 5. L'EpouseOlivier Messiaen, Renée Fleming, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Alan Gilbert
Poemes pour mi: 6. Ta voixOlivier Messiaen, Renée Fleming, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Alan Gilbert
Poemes pour mi: 7. Les deux guerriersOlivier Messiaen, Renée Fleming, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Alan Gilbert
Poemes pour mi: 8. Le collierOlivier Messiaen, Renée Fleming, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Alan Gilbert
Poemes pour mi: 9. Prière exaucéeOlivier Messiaen, Renée Fleming, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Alan Gilbert
Deux Sonnets de Jean Cassou: Il n'y avait que des troncs dechirés...Henri Dutilleux, Renée Fleming, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Alan Gilbert
Deux Sonnets de Jean Cassou: J'ai revé que je vous portais entre mes bras...Henri Dutilleux, Renée Fleming, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Alan Gilbert
Le temps l'horloge: Le temps l'horlogeHenri Dutilleux, Renée Fleming, Orchestre National De France, Seiji Ozawa
Le temps l'horloge: Le masqueHenri Dutilleux, Renée Fleming, Orchestre National De France, Seiji Ozawa
Le temps l'horloge: Le dernier poèmeHenri Dutilleux, Renée Fleming, Orchestre National De France, Seiji Ozawa
Le temps l'horloge: InterludeHenri Dutilleux, Renée Fleming, Orchestre National De France, Seiji Ozawa
Le temps l'horloge: Envirez-vousHenri Dutilleux, Renée Fleming, Orchestre National De France, Seiji Ozawa
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