Marek Janowski, a maestro renowned for his dynamic interpretations and profound musical insights, presents "Frizzante: Celebrating Vocal Music Celebration," a captivating anthology of operatic and vocal masterpieces. Released on September 17, 2021, under the prestigious Pentatone label, this album spans a rich tapestry of compositions from classical giants like Handel, Schubert, and Wagner, to the romantic allure of Massenet and the dramatic intensity of Puccini.
Clocking in at a substantial 1 hour and 34 minutes, the album is a testament to Janowski's versatility and deep reverence for the vocal repertoire. The tracklist is a journey through time, featuring iconic arias and choral works that showcase the breadth of human emotion and storytelling in music. From the ethereal beauty of "Nessun Dorma" to the haunting melodies of "Der Lindenbaum," each piece is a jewel in its own right, meticulously curated to offer a diverse and enriching listening experience.
Janowski's conducting is marked by a keen ear for detail and a deep understanding of the composers' intentions, making this album a compelling exploration of some of the most beloved and enduring works in classical music. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, "Frizzante" promises a delightful and enriching journey through the world of vocal music.
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Tracks
Turandot, SC 91, Act III: Nessun dormaGiacomo Puccini, Piotr Beczala, Orquestra de la Comunitat Valenciana, Marco Boemi, Cor de la Generalitat Valenciana
Messiah, HWV 56, Pt. I: No. 12, For unto as a Child is bornGeorge Frideric Handel, Justin Doyle, Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin, RIAS Kammerchor
Christus factus est, WAB 11Anton Bruckner, MDR Leipzig Radio Chorus, Philipp Ahmann
O salutaris hostiaĒriks Ešenvalds, South Dakota Chorale, Brian A. Schmidt
Hänsel und Gretel, EHWV 93.3, Act II: Abends, will ich schlafen geh'nEngelbert Humperdinck, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Marek Janowski, Katrin Wundsam, Alexandra Steiner
Der Freischütz, Op. 77, J. 277, Act III: Und ob die Wolke sie verhülleCarl Maria von Weber, Marek Janowski, Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra, Lise Davidsen
Tristan und Isolde, WWV 90, Act III: Mild und leiseRichard Wagner, Marek Janowski, Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra, Nina Stemme
4 Songs, Op. 27, TrV 170: No. 4, Morgen! (Arr. for Mezzo-Soprano, Violin & Piano by Magdalena Kožená, Sir Simon Rattle & Wolfram Brandl)Richard Strauss, Magdalena Kožená, Sir Simon Rattle, Wolfram Brandl
4 Gesänge aus "Wilhelm Meister", Op. 62, D. 877: No. 3, Lied der Mignon. So lasst mich scheinenFranz Schubert, Anna Lucia Richter, Gerold Huber
Winterreise, Op. 89, D. 911: No. 5, Der LindenbaumFranz Schubert, Ian Bostridge, Thomas Adès
La Courte Paille, FP 178: No. 3, La reine de coeurFrancis Poulenc, Hanna-Elisabeth Müller, Juliane Ruf, Ana de la Vega, Mari Kodama
Mass in C Minor, K. 427 "Great" (Reconstr. H. Eder): I. KyrieWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Les Musiciens du Louvre, Marc Minkowsk, Ana Maria Labin
Vado ma dove? oh Dei!, K. 583Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lisette Oropesa, Il Pomo D'oro, Antonello Manacorda
Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30, Act 2: Che puro cielChristoph Willibald Gluck, David Bates, La Nuova Musica, Iestyn Davies
Filandro: Il tuo core in dono accettoTomaso Albinoni, Il Pomo D'oro, Stefano Montanari, Ann Hallenberg
Qual ti riveggio, oh Dio, HWV 150: Aria. Se la morte non vorraGeorge Frideric Handel, Vaclav Luks, Collegium 1704, Magdalena Kožená
Rückert-Lieder: V. Ich bin der Welt abhanden gekommenGustav Mahler, Alice Coote, Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra, Marc Albrecht
Cavalleria rusticana, Scene 3: Ineggiamo, il Signor non è mortoPietro Mascagni, Marek Janowski, Dresdner Philharmonie, Melody Moore, Elisabetta Fiorillo, MDR Leipzig Radio Chorus
Luisa Miller: Oh! fede negar potessi - Quando le sere al placidoGiuseppe Verdi, Michael Fabiano, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Enrique Mazzola
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