Dive into the captivating world of Hector Berlioz with "Berlioz: Arias," a stunning collection of arias from some of his most renowned works. Released on January 1, 2006, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this album offers a rich tapestry of classical orchestral music that spans a little over an hour and eight minutes. Berlioz, a pioneering figure in the Romantic era, is celebrated for his innovative compositions, and this album showcases his genius through a variety of powerful and evocative pieces.
From the dramatic intensity of "Les Troyens" to the serene beauty of "L'Enfance du Christ," and the passionate fervor of "Roméo et Juliette," each track is a masterclass in orchestral storytelling. The album also features selections from "La Damnation de Faust," "Béatrice et Bénédict," and "Benvenuto Cellini," highlighting Berlioz's versatility and his ability to convey a wide range of emotions through his music. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Berlioz's work, this album is a treasure trove of musical brilliance that will leave you inspired and deeply moved.
Les Troyens - Du peuple et des soldatsHector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Bertrand de Billy
Les Troyens / Act 4: O blonde CérèsHector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Bertrand de Billy
Les Troyens, H 133 / Act 5: Inutiles regrets - Ah ! Quand viendra le temps des suprêmes adieuxHector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Bertrand de Billy
Les Troyens, H 133 - version in three acts (MET) / Act 3: Ah! quand viendra l'instant des suprêmes adieuxHector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Bertrand de Billy
Les Troyens, H 133 / Act 5: En un dernier naufrageHector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Bertrand de Billy
L'Enfance du Christ, Op.25 - original version / Partie 2: La fuite en Egypte: Le repos de la Sainte Famille - Les pèlerins étant venusHector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Bertrand de Billy, Maîtrise De Paris, Patrick Marco
Roméo et Juliette - Bientôt de Roméo... Mab, la messagèreHector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
La Damnation de Faust, Op. 24 / Part 3: Merci, doux crépuscule!Hector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Huit scènes de Faust - Maintenant que le ciel brilleHector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
La Damnation de Faust - Grands dieux !Hector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
La Damnation de Faust, Op. 24 / Part 3: Ange adoré !Hector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
La Damnation de Faust - Nature immenseHector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Béatrice et Bénédict / Act 1: Ah! Je vais l'aimerHector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Bertrand de Billy
Lélio - L'onde frémit, l'onde s'agiteHector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Lélio - O mon bonheur, ma vieHector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Benvenuto Cellini - Une heure encoreHector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Benvenuto Cellini / Act 1: La gloire était ma seule idoleHector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Benvenuto Cellini - Seul pour lutterHector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Benvenuto Cellini - Sur les monts les plus sauvagesHector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
La MarseillaiseClaude Joseph Rouget de Lisle, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Choeur de l'Armée Française, Maîtrise De Paris, Chœur de chambre Les Eléments, Patrick Marco, Joël Suhubiette, Paul De Plinval
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