Dive into the enchanting world of opera and classical music with Dame Joan Sutherland's "Joan Sutherland - My Favourites," a captivating collection of her most beloved performances. Released on October 2, 2020, under Universal Music Australia Pty. Ltd., this album spans a rich tapestry of genres, showcasing Sutherland's unparalleled vocal prowess and artistic versatility.
The album features a diverse array of tracks, including iconic arias from operas such as "Montezuma," "Die Zauberflöte," "Norma," and "La Sonnambula," as well as lesser-known gems like "Esclarmonde" and "L'Oracolo." Sutherland's renditions of these pieces are nothing short of breathtaking, each note resonating with her signature clarity, power, and emotional depth. The album also includes instrumental works like the "Concerto for Coloratura and Orchestra, Op. 82," and lighter fare such as "The Gypsy and the Bird," demonstrating her ability to master a wide range of musical styles.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 20 minutes, "Joan Sutherland - My Favourites" offers a comprehensive journey through the career of one of the most celebrated sopranos of all time. Whether you're a longtime fan of Dame Joan Sutherland or a newcomer to the world of classical music, this album is a treasure trove of timeless performances that highlight her extraordinary talent and enduring legacy.
Montezuma: Non han calma le mie peneCarl Heinrich Graun, Dame Joan Sutherland, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Die Zauberflöte, K. 620.: O zittre nichtWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Dame Joan Sutherland, The New Symphony Orchestra Of London, Richard Bonynge
Norma: Mira, o NormaVincenzo Bellini, Dame Joan Sutherland, Marilyn Horne, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Norma: Si, fino all'ore estremeVincenzo Bellini, Dame Joan Sutherland, Marilyn Horne, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
La Sonnambula: Ah! non giunge uman pensieroVincenzo Bellini, Dame Joan Sutherland, Coro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Richard Bonynge
Attila: Santo di patria... Allor che i forti corronoGiuseppe Verdi, Dame Joan Sutherland, London Symphony Chorus, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Esclarmonde: Esprits de l'air!...Roland! Roland! Roland!Jules Massenet, Dame Joan Sutherland, Huguette Tourangeau, John Alldis Choir, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
L'Oracolo: Ferito! L'hanno ferito!Franco Leoni, Dame Joan Sutherland, Clifford Grant, John Alldis Choir, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Le coeur et la main: Un soir Perez le capitainCharles Lecocq, Dame Joan Sutherland, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Richard Bonynge
Robinson Crusoe: Conduisez-moi vers celui que j'adoreJacques Offenbach, Dame Joan Sutherland, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Richard Bonynge
Il BacioLuigi Arditi, Dame Joan Sutherland, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Si mes vers avaient des ailesReynaldo Hahn, Dame Joan Sutherland, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Concerto for Coloratura and Orchestra, Op. 82: 1. AndanteReinhold Glière, Dame Joan Sutherland, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Repentir (O Divine Redeemer)Charles Gounod, Dame Joan Sutherland, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Operette: Countess MitziNoel Coward, Dame Joan Sutherland, Chorus, Decca Studio Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Stars in My Eyes - From "The King Steps Out"Fritz Kreisler, Dame Joan Sutherland, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
The Gypsy and the BirdJulius Benedict, Dame Joan Sutherland, Alexander Murray, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
The Maid Of The Mountains: Love Will Find A WayHarold Fraser-Simson, Dame Joan Sutherland, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
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