Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Shakespeare's sonnets, reimagined through the exquisite compositions of Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco. This album, released on September 29, 2017, under the Brilliant Classics label, is a captivating journey through the world of chamber music, featuring a selection of 35 tracks that blend the poetic genius of Shakespeare with the melodic brilliance of Castelnuovo-Tedesco.
The album showcases two of Castelnuovo-Tedesco's notable works: the Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125, and the Shakespeare Duets, Op. 97. The sonnets are brought to life through the delicate interplay of piano and baritone vocals, while the duets feature enchanting vocal duets that evoke the dramatic intensity of Shakespeare's plays. Performances by Claudio Proietti on piano, Filippo Bettoschi on baritone, and the Genova Vocal Ensemble ensure a rich and nuanced listening experience.
Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, born in Florence in 1895, was a prolific composer whose works often drew inspiration from literary sources. His settings of Shakespeare's sonnets and duets are a testament to his ability to translate the essence of poetry into music. This album is a celebration of his artistic vision and a tribute to the enduring legacy of Shakespeare.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 40 minutes, this album offers a comprehensive exploration of Castelnuovo-Tedesco's musical interpretations of Shakespeare's works. Whether you are a fan of classical music, Shakespeare, or simply appreciate the art of musical storytelling, this album is sure to enchant and inspire.
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Tracks
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: VIII. Music to Hear, Why Hearst Thou Music Sadly?Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Filippo Bettoschi, Genova Vocal Ensemble, Claudio Proietti
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: XVIII. Shall I Compare Thee to a Summer's Day?Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Filippo Bettoschi, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: XXIX. When in Disgrace with Fortune and Men's EyesMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Valentina Coladonato, Genova Vocal Ensemble, Claudio Proietti
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: XXX. When to the Sessions of Sweet Silent ThoughtMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Filippo Bettoschi, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: XXXI. Thy Bosom is Endeared with All HeartsMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Valentina Coladonato, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: XXXII. If Thou Survive my Well-Contented DayMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Filippo Bettoschi, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: LIII. What is Your Substance Whereof Are You MadeMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Mirko Guadagnini, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: LVII. Being Your Slave, What Should I Do but TendMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Valentina Coladonato, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: LX. Like as the Waves Make Towards the Pebbled ShoreMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Filippo Bettoschi, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: LXIV. When I Have Seen by Time's Fell Hand DefacedMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Filippo Bettoschi, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: LXV. Since Brass, Nor Stone, Nor Earth, Nor Boundless SeaMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Filippo Bettoschi, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: LXXIII. That Time of Year Thou Mayst in me BeholdMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Valentina Coladonato, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: LXXXVII. Farewell! Thou Art Too Dear for my PossessingMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Mirko Guadagnini, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: XC. Then Hate me When Thou Wilt; If Ever, NowMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Valentina Coladonato, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: XCIV. They That Have Power to Hurt, and Will do NoneMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Sibi Consoni Accademia Vocale di Genova, Claudio Proietti
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: XCVII. How Like a Winter Hath my Absence BeenMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Mirko Guadagnini, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: XCVIII. From you Have I Been Absent in the SpringMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Valentina Coladonato, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: CII. My Love is Strengthen'd, Though More Weak in SeemingMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Mirko Guadagnini, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: CIV. To me, Fair Friend, you Never Can be OldMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Valentina Coladonato, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: CV. Let not my Love be Called IdolatryMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Mirko Guadagnini, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: CVI. When in the Chronicle of Wasted TimeMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Mirko Guadagnini, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: CIX. O Never Say That I Was False of HeartMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Mirko Guadagnini, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: CXVI. Let me not to the marriage of true MindsMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Valentina Coladonato, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: CXXVIII. How Oft, When Thou, my Music, Music Play'Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Mirko Guadagnini, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: CXXIX. Th'expense of Spirit in a Waste of ShameMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Sibi Consoni Accademia Vocale di Genova, Claudio Proietti
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: CXLVI.Poor Soul, the Centre of my Sinful EarthMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Filippo Bettoschi, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: CLIV. The Little Love-God, Lying Once AsleepMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Sibi Consoni Accademia Vocale di Genova, Claudio Proietti
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: XXVII. Weary with Toil, I Haste me to my BedMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Filippo Bettoschi, Genova Vocal Ensemble, Claudio Proietti
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: XXXV. No More be Grieved at That Which Thou Hast DoneMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Valentina Coladonato, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: XL. Take all my Loves, my Love, Yea Take Them AllMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Valentina Coladonato, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: LXXI. No Longer Mourn for me When I am DeadMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Valentina Coladonato, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
Shakespeare Sonnets, Op. 125: XLVII. Betwixt Mine Eye and Heart a League is TookMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Valentina Coladonato, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
3 Shakespeare Duets, Op. 97: I. Romeo and JulietMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Valentina Coladonato, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble, Mirko Guadagnini
3 Shakespeare Duets, Op. 97: II. Lorenzo and JessicaMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Valentina Coladonato, Mirko Guadagnini, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
3 Shakespeare Duets, Op. 97: III. Katherine and PetruchioMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Valentina Coladonato, Mirko Guadagnini, Claudio Proietti, Genova Vocal Ensemble
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