Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Elsa Dreisig's debut album, "The Peace Concert Versailles," released on November 15, 2019, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label. This captivating collection of opera arias and orchestral pieces showcases the remarkable talent of the French mezzo-soprano, accompanied by the Versailles Royal Chapel Choir and the Pygmalion Orchestra, conducted by Raphaël Pichon.
Recorded live at the historic Versailles Chapel, the album spans a diverse repertoire, from Mozart's magical "Die Zauberflöte" to the haunting beauty of Debussy's "Nocturnes" and the dramatic intensity of Wagner's "Götterdämmerung." The centerpiece of the album is the powerful "Dona nobis pacem" from Beethoven's "Missa Solemnis," demonstrating Dreisig's exceptional vocal control and emotional depth.
With a duration of 1 hour and 18 minutes, "The Peace Concert Versailles" offers a rich and varied listening experience, highlighting Dreisig's versatility and artistry. The album is a testament to her growing reputation as one of the most promising young opera singers of her generation. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Tracks
Die Zauberflöte, K. 620: Overture - Live at Versailles / 2018Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Philharmoniker, Franz Welser-Möst
Modérément animé - Live at Versailles / 2018Claude Debussy, Choeur de Radio France, Wiener Philharmoniker, Franz Welser-Möst
Nocturnes, L. 91 / III. Sirènes: Un peu plus lent - Live at Versailles / 2018Claude Debussy, Choeur de Radio France, Wiener Philharmoniker, Franz Welser-Möst
Nocturnes, L. 91 / III. Sirènes: En animant, surtout dans l'expression - Live at Versailles / 2018Claude Debussy, Choeur de Radio France, Wiener Philharmoniker, Franz Welser-Möst
Nocturnes, L. 91 / III. Sirènes: Revenir progressivement au Tempo I – En augmentant peu à peu - Live at Versailles / 2018Claude Debussy, Choeur de Radio France, Wiener Philharmoniker, Franz Welser-Möst
Nocturnes, L. 91 / III. Sirènes: Tempo I – Plus lent et en retenant jusqu'à la fin - Live at Versailles / 2018Claude Debussy, Choeur de Radio France, Wiener Philharmoniker, Franz Welser-Möst
The Planets, Op. 32: I. Mars, the Bringer of War - Live at Versailles / 2018Gustav Holst, Wiener Philharmoniker, Franz Welser-Möst
Götterdämmerung, WWV 86D / Act III: Trauermarsch - Live at Versailles / 2018Richard Wagner, Wiener Philharmoniker, Franz Welser-Möst
Piano Concerto for the Left Hand in D Major, M. 82: I. Lento - Live at Versailles / 2018Maurice Ravel, Yuja Wang, Wiener Philharmoniker, Franz Welser-Möst
Piano Concerto for the Left Hand in D Major, M. 82: II. Allegro - Tempo I - Live at Versailles / 2018Maurice Ravel, Yuja Wang, Wiener Philharmoniker, Franz Welser-Möst
Dona nobis pacem: IV. Dirge for Two Veterans - Live at Versailles / 2018Ralph Vaughan Williams, Choeur de Radio France, Wiener Philharmoniker, Franz Welser-Möst
Mass in D Major, Op. 123 "Missa Solemnis" / V. Agnus Dei: Agnus Dei. Adagio - Live at Versailles / 2018Ludwig van Beethoven, Elsa Dreisig, Ekaterina Gubanova, Daniel Behle, Ryan Speedo Green, Choeur de Radio France, Wiener Philharmoniker, Franz Welser-Möst
Mass in D Major, Op. 123 "Missa Solemnis" / V. Agnus Dei: Dona nobis pacem. Allegretto vivace - Live at Versailles / 2018Ludwig van Beethoven, Elsa Dreisig, Ekaterina Gubanova, Daniel Behle, Ryan Speedo Green, Choeur de Radio France, Wiener Philharmoniker, Franz Welser-Möst
Mass in D Major, Op. 123 "Missa Solemnis" / V. Agnus Dei: Allegro assai - Live at Versailles / 2018Ludwig van Beethoven, Elsa Dreisig, Ekaterina Gubanova, Daniel Behle, Ryan Speedo Green, Choeur de Radio France, Wiener Philharmoniker, Franz Welser-Möst
Mass in D Major, Op. 123 "Missa Solemnis" / V. Agnus Dei: Presto - Live at Versailles / 2018Ludwig van Beethoven, Elsa Dreisig, Ekaterina Gubanova, Daniel Behle, Ryan Speedo Green, Choeur de Radio France, Wiener Philharmoniker, Franz Welser-Möst
The Unanswered Question - Live at Versailles / 2018Charles Ives, Wiener Philharmoniker, Franz Welser-Möst
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