Prepare to be captivated by the extraordinary talent of French trumpeter Lucienne Renaudin Vary, hailed as the "trumpet fairy" by Le Monde. Her latest album, "The Trumpet Fairy," is a testament to her virtuosity and versatility, showcasing her ability to traverse diverse musical landscapes with ease and grace. Released on April 15, 2025, via Warner Classics, this 41-track opus spans a staggering 2 hours and 41 minutes, offering an immersive journey through classical, operatic, and popular repertoires.
Renaudin Vary's technical prowess is on full display, with intricate arrangements and breathtaking performances that highlight her mastery of the trumpet. From the delicate "Après un rêve" by Fauré to the fiery "Rondo" from Hummel's Trumpet Concerto, each track is a showcase of her exceptional skill and artistry. The album also features enchanting orchestrations of beloved arias, such as Bellini's "Casta diva" and Offenbach's "Belle nuit, ô nuit d'amour," demonstrating Renaudin Vary's ability to infuse these timeless pieces with fresh energy and nuance.
Fans of Renaudin Vary's previous works, such as "Winter Gardens" and "Piazzolla Stories," will find much to love in "The Trumpet Fairy." The album's diverse tracklist includes works by composers ranging from Bach and Handel to Gershwin and Piazzolla, reflecting the trumpeter's eclectic tastes and boundless musical curiosity. Whether you're a classical connoisseur or a casual music enthusiast, "The Trumpet Fairy" promises an unforgettable listening experience that celebrates the power and beauty of the trumpet.
Bach, JS: Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VII. Badinerie (Version with Trumpet)Johann Sebastian Bach, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Sascha Goetzel, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Dvořák: In Folk Tone, Op. 73, B. 146: No. 1, Good Night, My Darling (Orch. Braun)Antonín Dvořák, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Sascha Goetzel, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Bellini: Norma, Act 1: "Casta diva" (Orch. Milone)Vincenzo Bellini, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Fauré: 3 Mélodies, Op. 7: No. 1, Après un rêve (Version for Trumpet & Orchestra)Gabriel Fauré, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Hummel: Trumpet Concerto in E-Flat Major, WoO 1: III. RondoJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Michael Sanderling, Luzerner Sinfonieorchester
Si tu vois ma mèreSidney Bechet, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Rachmaninov: 12 Romances, Op. 21: No. 7, How Fair This Spot (Version for Trumpet & Orchestra)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Rodgers: Edelweiss (Orch. Lehn)Richard Rodgers, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Sascha Goetzel, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Gershwin: Porgy and Bess, Act 1: "Summertime" (Orch. Behrisch)George Gershwin, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Erik Truffaz, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
L-O-V-EBert Kaempfert, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Johanna Malangré, Orchestre national de Bretagne
Ravel: Pavane pour une infante défunte, M. 19 (Orch. Elliott)Maurice Ravel, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Delibes: Les filles de Cadix (Version for Trumpet & Orchestra)Léo Delibes, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Donizetti : Don Pasquale, Act 2: "Povero Ernesto"Gaetano Donizetti, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Rolando Villazón, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Rossini: Le siège de Corinthe: Air. "Juste ciel" (Orch. Lehn)Gioachino Rossini, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Sascha Goetzel, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Offenbach: Les contes d'Hoffmann, Act 4: Barcarolle. "Belle nuit, ô nuit d'amour" (Version for Two Trumpets & Orchestra)Jacques Offenbach, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Erik Truffaz, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Paganini: 24 Caprices, Op. 1: No. 24 in A Minor (Version for Trumpet)Niccolò Paganini, Lucienne Renaudin Vary
Handel: Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne, HWV 74: I. Eternal Source of Light DivineGeorge Frideric Handel, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Christophe Dumaux, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Milhaud: Le bœuf sur le toit, Op. 58 (Orch. Elliott)Darius Milhaud, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Vivaldi: Giustino, RV 717, Act 1: "Vedrò con mio diletto" (Orch. Nakamura)Antonio Vivaldi, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Tchaikovsky: Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, Act 2: "Kuda, kuda" (Version for Trumpet & Orchestra)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Humperdinck: WeihnachtenEngelbert Humperdinck, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Richard Whilds, NDR Radiophilharmonie
Arutunian: Trumpet Concerto in A-Flat MajorAlexander Arutiunian, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Michael Sanderling, Luzerner Sinfonieorchester