Emma Kirkby, the renowned soprano known for her crystalline voice and captivating performances, presents a stunning collection of classical, choral, and operatic pieces in "The World of Emma Kirkby." Released on January 4, 2001, under the Decca Music Group Ltd. label, this album is a testament to Kirkby's extraordinary vocal range and her deep connection to the music she performs.
Spanning a diverse repertoire, the album features iconic works from composers such as Handel, Purcell, and Haydn. From the dramatic arias of "Alcina" and "Dido and Aeneas" to the serene beauty of "Salve Regina" and "The Silver Swan," Kirkby's interpretation brings a fresh and intimate perspective to each piece. The album also includes selections from Handel's "Messiah," showcasing Kirkby's ability to convey both the grandeur and the tenderness of this beloved oratorio.
With a duration of just over an hour, "The World of Emma Kirkby" offers a rich and varied listening experience. The album is a celebration of Kirkby's artistry, highlighting her technical prowess and her ability to evoke deep emotion through her singing. Whether you are a longtime fan of classical music or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Alcina, HWV 34 / Act 1: "Tornami a vagheggiar"George Frideric Handel, Emma Kirkby, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626, Act II: No. 22, Ritornelle – No. 23, Song & Chorus. Thanks to These Lonesome ValesHenry Purcell, Emma Kirkby, The Academy Of Ancient Music Chorus, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Second Booke of Songes, 1600: 1. I Saw My Ladye WeepeJohn Dowland, Emma Kirkby, Anthony Rooley
Messiah, HWV 56 /- Pt 1: But who may abide the day of his comingGeorge Frideric Handel, Emma Kirkby, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 3: "If God Be For Us"George Frideric Handel, Emma Kirkby, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Dione (1732): Pretty WarblersJohn Frederick Lampe, Emma Kirkby, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Madrigals & Motets, 1612: I. The Silver SwanOrlando Gibbons, Consort Of Musicke, Anthony Rooley
Nulla in mundo pax, RV 630: I. Nulla in mundo pax sinceraAntonio Vivaldi, Emma Kirkby, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Ayres: With My LoveThomas Morley, Consort Of Musicke, Anthony Rooley
Salve Regina in C minor (1736): 1. Salve ReginaGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Emma Kirkby, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
The Masque of Comus: "By The Rushy-Fringed Bank"Thomas Arne, Emma Kirkby, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
The Creation, Hob. XXI:2, Pt. 2: No. 15, Aria. On Mighty Pens Uplifted Soars The Eagle - Sung in EnglishJoseph Haydn, Emma Kirkby, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
"Ch'io mi scordi di te... Non temer, amato bene", K.505Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emma Kirkby, Steven Lubin, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
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