Indulge in the enchanting vocals of Renée Fleming with "The Beautiful Voice," a captivating collection of operatic arias and art songs that showcase her extraordinary talent. Released in 1998, this album marked a significant milestone in Fleming's career, earning her the Grammy Award for Best Classical Vocal Performance. Spanning a diverse repertoire, "The Beautiful Voice" features beloved pieces from operas and song cycles, including works by Massenet, Puccini, Strauss, and Ravel, among others. The album opens with a tender aria from Massenet's "Louise" and closes with the lively "Bailero" from Ravel's "Chants d'Auvergne," offering a rich and varied musical journey. Accompanied by the English Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Jeffrey Tate, Renée Fleming's performance is nothing short of breathtaking, making "The Beautiful Voice" a true testament to her artistry. With a duration of just over an hour, this album is perfect for both casual listeners and opera enthusiasts seeking a refined and exquisite listening experience.
Tracks
Louise / Act 3: "Depuis le jour"Gustave Charpentier, Renée Fleming, English Chamber Orchestra, Jeffrey Tate
Faust / Act 3: "Ah! Je ris de me voir"Charles Gounod, Renée Fleming, English Chamber Orchestra, Jeffrey Tate
Manon / Act 3: Je marche sur les chemins...Obéissons quand leur voix appelle)Jules Massenet, Renée Fleming, English Chamber Orchestra, Jeffrey Tate
Ciganské melodie, Op. 55, B. 104: 4. Songs My Mother Taught MeAntonín Dvořák, Renée Fleming, English Chamber Orchestra, Jeffrey Tate
Martha / Act 2: Last Rose of SummerFriedrich von Flotow, Renée Fleming, English Chamber Orchestra, Jeffrey Tate
La rondine, SC 83 / Act I: "Chi il bel sogno di Doretta"Giacomo Puccini, Renée Fleming, English Chamber Orchestra, Jeffrey Tate
Die tote Stadt, Act I: Glück, das mir verblieb (Mariettalied)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Renée Fleming, English Chamber Orchestra, Jeffrey Tate
Carmina Burana / 3. Cour d'amours: "In trutina"Carl Orff, Renée Fleming, English Chamber Orchestra, Jeffrey Tate
Vier Lieder, Op. 27, TrV 170: 4. MorgenRichard Strauss, Renée Fleming, English Chamber Orchestra, Jeffrey Tate
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