Dive into the enchanting world of Baroque opera with Sabine Devieilhe's captivating album, "Handel: Italian Cantatas." Released on November 23, 2018, under Warner Classics, this collection showcases the extraordinary vocal prowess of Devieilhe as she interprets a selection of Handel's most evocative cantatas and arias. Spanning a rich duration of 1 hour and 36 minutes, the album is a testament to the composer's genius and Devieilhe's ability to bring his works to life with stunning clarity and emotional depth.
The album features a diverse range of pieces, including excerpts from Handel's operas "Aminta e Fillide" and "Armida abbandonata," as well as his instrumental masterpiece, the Trio Sonata in B Minor, Op. 2/1. Devieilhe's performance is nothing short of breathtaking, as she navigates the complex melodies and harmonies with effortless grace. Her voice, both powerful and delicate, captures the essence of each character and emotion, from the tender love songs of Aminta and Fillide to the dramatic intensity of Armida's abandonment.
Sabine Devieilhe's "Handel: Italian Cantatas" is not just a collection of songs but a journey through the depths of human emotion, as told through the timeless music of George Frideric Handel. Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Handel: Lucrezia, HWV 145: "A voi, Padre, consorte" (Lucrezia)George Frideric Handel, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Concert d'Astrée
Handel: Lucrezia, HWV 145: "Già nel seno comincia a compir questo ferro i duri uffizii" (Lucrezia)George Frideric Handel, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Concert d'Astrée
Handel: Lucrezia, HWV 145: "Ma se qui non m'è dato" (Lucrezia)George Frideric Handel, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Concert d'Astrée
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