Immerse yourself in the rich, expressive world of Amy Beach's chamber music with the captivating album "Chanson D'Amour." Released on February 1, 2002, this collection showcases Beach's mastery of the genre, offering a diverse array of compositions that highlight her unique voice and artistic vision. The album features a stunning array of works, including vocal pieces with piano and various ensembles, as well as instrumental compositions that showcase the depth and breadth of Beach's musical prowess.
From the tender and intimate "Chanson d'amour" to the lively and energetic "Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 150," this album takes you on a journey through a range of emotions and musical styles. Beach's settings of texts by poets such as Robert Browning and William Shakespeare are particularly noteworthy, demonstrating her ability to capture the essence of the words through her music.
The album is performed by a talented ensemble of musicians, each bringing their own unique interpretation to Beach's compositions. The result is a recording that is both technically impressive and deeply moving, offering a glimpse into the world of one of America's most important and influential composers.
With a duration of just over an hour, "Chanson D'Amour" is a perfect introduction to the music of Amy Beach, offering a sampling of her most beloved works and demonstrating why she remains a vital and important figure in the world of classical music. Whether you're a longtime fan of Beach's music or a newcomer to her work, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
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Tracks
3 Songs, Op. 19 (text by a.M. Beach): Ecstasy, Op. 19 No. 2 [Soprano, Violin and Piano]Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Songs, Op. 21: Three Songs, Op. 21, No. 1: Chanson d'amour (Soprano, Cello and Piano) [Version for voice, cello and piano]Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
2 Songs, Op. 100: A Mirage, Op. 100 No. 1 (Soprano and Piano Trio)Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
2 Songs, Op. 100: Stella Viatoris, Op. 100 No. 2 (Soprano and Piano Trio)Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
Rendezvous, Op. 120Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Browning Songs, Op. 44: I. The Year's at the SpringAmy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Browning Songs, Op. 44: II. Ah, Love, but a day!Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Browning Songs, Op. 44: III. I send my heart up to thee!Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
Romance, Op. 23 (Violin and Piano)Amy Beach, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 37: I. O Mistress MineAmy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 37: II. Take, O take those lips awayAmy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 37: III. Fairy LullabyAmy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 150: I. AllegroAmy Beach, Romantic Chamber Group of London
Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 150: II. Lento espressivoAmy Beach, Romantic Chamber Group of London
Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 150: III. Allegro con brioAmy Beach, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 37: Nahe des Geliebten, Op. 35, No. 3 (Soprano and Piano)Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
4 Songs, Op. 51 (text by e. Wissman, H. Eschelbach and a. Silvestre): Ich sagte nicht, Op. 51, No. 1 [Soprano and Piano]Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
4 Songs, Op. 51 (text by e. Wissman, H. Eschelbach and a. Silvestre): Wir drei, Op. 51, No. 1 [Soprano and Piano]Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
4 Songs, Op. 51 (text by e. Wissman, H. Eschelbach and a. Silvestre): Je demande a l'oiseau, Op. 51, No. 4Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
4 Songs, Op. 48 (text by a. Silvestre): Canzonetta, Op. 48, No. 4 [Soprano and Piano]Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
3 Songs, Op. 21 (text by F. Bovet): Elle et moi, Op. 21, No. 3 [Soprano and Piano]Amy Beach, Emma Kirkby, Romantic Chamber Group of London
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