Georges Bizet's "Bizet, Vol. 1: Carmen" is a captivating journey through one of the most beloved operas in classical music history. Released on August 22, 2011, under the MusiKazoo label, this album offers a comprehensive exploration of Bizet's masterpiece, "Carmen." Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 38 minutes, the album is a rich tapestry of vocal and orchestral brilliance, showcasing Bizet's unparalleled ability to blend dramatic intensity with melodic beauty.
The tracklist is a detailed map of the opera's narrative, taking you through each act with meticulous care. From the stirring overture to the dramatic finales, every moment is filled with passion, intrigue, and unforgettable melodies. Highlights include Carmen's defiant "Love Is a Rebel Bird," Escamillo's rousing "Toreador," and Jose's poignant reflections, each track bringing the characters and their stories to life with vivid clarity.
Bizet's composition is a testament to his genius, seamlessly weaving together elements of Spanish folk music with the grandeur of classical opera. The album is not just a collection of songs but a complete dramatic experience, capturing the essence of Carmen's tumultuous life and the intense emotions that drive the story forward.
For fans of opera and classical music, this album is a treasure trove of timeless compositions. Georges Bizet's "Bizet, Vol. 1: Carmen" is a must-listen for those who appreciate the depth and richness of classical music, offering a profound and engaging experience that highlights the enduring power of Bizet's work.
Tracks
Carmen: Act I - I. OvertureGeorges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner
Carmen: Act I - II. Alcala Dragons: ''On the Square, Each One Passes Each One Comes Each One Goes What Weird People These People !''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner
Carmen: Act I - III. Street Boys: ''With the Relief Guard Here We Come, Here We Are Burst Out, Trumpet !''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner
Carmen: Act I - IV. Cigarette Girls: ''The Sweet Talk of Lovers, Nothing But Smoke !''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner
Carmen: Act I - V. Carmen: ''Love Is a Rebel Bird That No One Can Ever Tame So Don't Bother to Call It If It Doesn't Wish to Come !''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner, Rise Stevens
Carmen: Act I - VI. Jose: ''My Mother, I Can See HerÂ...yes I Can See My Village ! O Past Memories ! Sweet Memories of Home !''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner, Jan Pierce, Licia Albanese
Carmen: Act I - VII. Carmen: ''Tra La, La, La, La, La, La, La, Cut Me Into Pieces, Burn Me, I Won't Say a Word !''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner, Rise Stevens, Osie Hawkins
Carmen: Act I - VIII. Carmen: ''Near the Walls of Sevilla At My Friend Lillas Pastia's, I'll Dance the Seguidilla and Drink Some Manzanilla, I'll Go to My Friend's Lillas Pastia.''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner, Rise Stevens
Carmen: Act I - IX. Orchestral FinaleGeorges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner
Carmen: Act II - X. Orchestral PreludeGeorges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner
Carmen: Act II - XI. Carmen: ''The Sistrum's Rods Were Ringing With Their Metalic Twing and On This Strange Music the Zingerellas Rose.''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner, Rise Stevens
Carmen: Act II - XII. Escamillo: ''Toreador, On Guard ! Toreador ! Toreador !''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner, Robert Merrill
Carmen: Act II - XIII. Jose: ''The Flower You Had Thrown Me Stayed With Me in My Cell, Withered and Dried, This Flower Still Held Its Sweet Fragrance''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner, Jan Pierce
Carmen: Act II - XIV. Carmen: ''Away, Away You'd Follow Me On Your Horse You'd Take Me...''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner, Rise Stevens, Jan Pierce
Carmen: Act III - XV. Prelude Act IiiGeorges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner
Carmen: Act III - XVI. The Smugglers: ''Listen, Listen, My Friend Listen ! Fortune Lays Over There, Over There !''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner
Carmen: Act III - XVII. Carmen: 'death ! Death ! and MoreÂ...death !''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner, Rise Stevens, Paula Lenchner, Margaret Roggero
Carmen: Act III - XVIII. Frasquita, Mercedes, Chorus: ''The Customs Officer Is Our Business. He Likes to Please, He Is Pleased to Be Liked !''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner, Rise Stevens, Paula Lenchner, Margaret Roggero, Alessio De Paolis, Georges Chanovsky
Carmen: Act III - XIX. Micaëla: ''I Say That I Fear Nothing, I Say, Alas, That I Am On My Own''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner, Licia Albanese
Carmen: Act III - XX. Escamillo: ''I Have Nothing Left to Do But to Bid You FarewellÂ...''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner, Robert Merrill
Carmen: Act III-IV - XXI. Orchestral InterludeGeorges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner
Carmen: Act IV - XXII. Chorus of Vendors: ''Dance and Dance ! Turn and Turn !''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner
Carmen: Act IV - XXIII. Orchestra: ''Bohemian Dance'' from the Opera ''the Fair Maid of Perth'' (1867) After a Novel By Walter Scott ''farandole'' from the Stage Music for ''l'arlésienne'' (1872) After ''letters from My Mill'' By Alphonse Daudet.Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner
Carmen: Act IV - XXV. Jose: ''You Don't Love Me Any Longer ?''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner, Rise Stevens, Jan Pierce
Carmen: Act IV - XXV. Children and Chorus: ''Here They Come ! It's the Cuadrilla, the Cuadrilla of Toreros, Their Lances Flashing in the Sun !''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner
Carmen: Act IV - XXVI. Carmen: ''This Ring That You Gave MeÂ...take It Back !''Georges Bizet, RCA Victor Orchestra, The Robert Shaw Chorale & Choeur des Enfants du Lycée Français de New York, Fritz Reiner, Rise Stevens, Jan Pierce
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