Immerse yourself in the timeless allure of Charles Gounod's "Highlights from Faust," a captivating collection of arias and ensembles from one of the most beloved operas of the 19th century. This album, released on Stage Door, offers a concise yet powerful journey through Gounod's masterful score, showcasing the opera's most celebrated moments in a mere 49 minutes.
"Highlights from Faust" presents a selection of arias and duets that encapsulate the opera's dramatic and romantic essence. From Faust's contemplative musings to Marguerite's poignant reflections, each track brings to life the complexities of the characters and the opera's enduring themes. The album features iconic pieces such as "Salut! Demeure chaste et pure" and "Gloire Immortelle," performed with the elegance and precision that Gounod's music demands.
This recording, based on the 1864 London version, strips away the spoken dialogue and ballet, allowing the music to shine in its purest form. The opera, which debuted in Paris in 1859, represents the pinnacle of French opera, and this album captures its essence beautifully. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Highlights from Faust" offers a compelling introduction to Gounod's genius and the enduring appeal of his most famous work.
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Tracks
Faust: Vin ou BiereCharles Gounod, André Cluytens, Boris Christoff, Ernest Blanc, Liliane Berton, Nicolai Gedda, Victor Autran, Victoria de los Ángeles, Orchestre National De L'Opera De Paris
Faust: O Sainte Medaille…Avant De Quitter Ces Lieux / Le Vaud D'OrCharles Gounod, André Cluytens, Boris Christoff, Ernest Blanc, Liliane Berton, Nicolai Gedda, Victor Autran, Victoria de los Ángeles, Orchestre National De L'Opera De Paris
Faust: Ainsi Que La Brise Legere/Ne Permettrez-Vous Pas?Charles Gounod, André Cluytens, Boris Christoff, Ernest Blanc, Liliane Berton, Nicolai Gedda, Victor Autran, Victoria de los Ángeles, Orchestre National De L'Opera De Paris
Faust: Quel Trouble Inconnu Me Penetre/Salut! Demeure Chaste et PureCharles Gounod, André Cluytens, Boris Christoff, Ernest Blanc, Liliane Berton, Nicolai Gedda, Victor Autran, Victoria de los Ángeles, Orchestre National De L'Opera De Paris
Faust: Un Bouquet! … O Dieu! Que De Bijoux!Charles Gounod, André Cluytens, Boris Christoff, Ernest Blanc, Liliane Berton, Nicolai Gedda, Victor Autran, Victoria de los Ángeles, Orchestre National De L'Opera De Paris
Faust: Il Se Fait TardCharles Gounod, André Cluytens, Boris Christoff, Ernest Blanc, Liliane Berton, Nicolai Gedda, Victor Autran, Victoria de los Ángeles, Orchestre National De L'Opera De Paris
Faust: Gloire ImmortelleCharles Gounod, André Cluytens, Boris Christoff, Ernest Blanc, Liliane Berton, Nicolai Gedda, Victor Autran, Victoria de los Ángeles, Orchestre National De L'Opera De Paris
Faust: Vous Qui Faites L'EndormieCharles Gounod, André Cluytens, Boris Christoff, Ernest Blanc, Liliane Berton, Nicolai Gedda, Victor Autran, Victoria de los Ángeles, Orchestre National De L'Opera De Paris
Faust: Alerte, Alerte/Anges Purs/Christ Est RessuciteCharles Gounod, André Cluytens, Boris Christoff, Ernest Blanc, Liliane Berton, Nicolai Gedda, Victor Autran, Victoria de los Ángeles, Orchestre National De L'Opera De Paris
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