Hera Hyesang Park, the acclaimed South Korean soprano, presents her debut solo album "I Am Hera" on Deutsche Grammophon, a captivating journey through the world of opera. Released on November 6, 2020, this album showcases Park's remarkable vocal range and versatility, featuring a carefully curated selection of arias from beloved operas by composers such as Mozart, Handel, and Puccini. The album spans a diverse repertoire, from the dramatic intensity of "Qual vita è questa mai" from Gluck's "Orfeo ed Euridice" to the tender beauty of "O mio babbino caro" from Puccini's "Gianni Schicchi". Park's powerful and expressive voice shines throughout, demonstrating her ability to convey a wide range of emotions and characters. The album also includes a traditional Korean song, "Like the Wind That Met with Lotus", and a spiritual piece, "Psalm 23", adding a unique and personal touch to the collection. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 9 minutes, "I Am Hera" is a testament to Park's artistry and a must-listen for opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30: Qual vita è questa maiChristoph Willibald Gluck, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy, Johannes Maria Bogner
Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30: Che fiero momentoChristoph Willibald Gluck, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy, Johannes Maria Bogner
La Serva Padrona: Stizzoso, mio stizzosoGiovanni Battista Pergolesi, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy, Johannes Maria Bogner
Giulio Cesare, HWV 17: Se pietà di me non sentiGeorge Frideric Handel, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy, Johannes Maria Bogner
Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492: Giunse alfin il momentoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy
Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492: Deh vieni, non tardarWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy
Il barbiere di Siviglia: Una voce poco faGioachino Rossini, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy
Idomeneo, K. 366: Quando avran fine omaiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy, Johannes Maria Bogner
Idomeneo, K. 366: Padre, germani, addio!Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy, Johannes Maria Bogner
Don Giovanni, K. 527: Vedrai, carinoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy
Die Zauberflöte, K. 620: Ach, ich fühl's, es ist verschwundenWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy
Il Turco in Italia: Non si dà follia maggioreGioachino Rossini, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy
I Capuleti e i Montecchi: Eccomi in lieta vestaVincenzo Bellini, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy
I Capuleti e i Montecchi: Oh! quante volte ti chiedoVincenzo Bellini, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy
La bohème, SC 67: Quando m'en vo solettaGiacomo Puccini, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy
Gianni Schicchi, SC 88: O mio babbino caroGiacomo Puccini, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy
Like the Wind That Met with LotusJoowon Kim, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy
Psalm 23Un-Yung La, Hera Hyesang Park, Wiener Symphoniker, Bertrand de Billy
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