Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Jussi Björling with his captivating recital album, released on December 1, 2014, under the MYTO Historical label. This operatic masterpiece spans a little over an hour and eighteen minutes, featuring a diverse collection of arias and songs that showcase Björling's extraordinary vocal prowess and emotional depth. From the tender "Ombra mai fu" by Handel to the powerful "Nessun dorma" by Puccini, the album is a testament to Björling's versatility and his ability to bring each piece to life with unparalleled grace and intensity. The recital includes iconic works from operas such as "Carmen," "La Bohème," "Turandot," and "Andrea Chénier," as well as beautiful songs by Schubert, Schumann, and other composers. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the enduring legacy of one of the greatest tenors of all time.
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Tracks
Serse (Xerxes), HWV 40, Act I: Frondi tenere … Ombra mai fu, "Largo"George Frideric Handel, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
Fruhlingsglaube, Op. 20, No. 2, D. 686Franz Schubert, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
Die Forelle, D. 550Franz Schubert, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
Desiderio - Schwanengesang, D. 957: Schwanengesang, D. 957: No. 4. Standchen (Serenade)Franz Schubert, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
3 Lieder, Op. 29, TrV 172: No. 1. Traum durch die DammerungRichard Strauss, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
8 Gedichte aus Letzte Blatter, Op. 10, TrV 141: No. 1. ZueignungRichard Strauss, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
Carmen: Carmen: Act II: La fleur que tu m'avais jetee, "Flower Song"Georges Bizet, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
Fedora: Fedora, Act II: Amor ti vietaUmberto Giordano, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
12 Songs, Op. 21: No. 5. Siren' (Lilacs)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
6 Songs, Op. 4: No. 3. V molchan'i nochi taynoy (In the Silence of the Secret Night)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
7 Dikter, Op. 28: No. 6. Skogen sofver (The Forest Asleep)Hugo Alfvén, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
I drommen du ar mig naraEmil Sjögren, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
3 Sanger, Op. 10: No. 1. Jomfruen under lindWilhelm Peterson-Berger, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
6 Poems, Op. 25: No. 2. En Svane (A Swan)Edvard Grieg, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
6 Songs, Op. 48: No. 6. Ein TraumEdvard Grieg, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
TonernaCarl Leopold Sjöberg, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
Andrea Chenier, Act IV: Come un bel di di maggioUmberto Giordano, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
La boheme, Act I: Che gelida manina!Giacomo Puccini, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
Turandot, Act III: Nessun dorma!Giacomo Puccini, Jussi Björling, Frederick Schauwecker
Messa da Requiem: Dies irae: IngemiscoGiuseppe Verdi, Jussi Björling, AVRO Hilversum Orkest, Frieder Weissmann
La boheme, Act I: O soave fanciullaGiacomo Puccini, Jussi Björling, Anna-Lisa Björling, San Francisco Opera Orchestra, Gaetano Merola
Romeo et Juliette, Act IV: Va! Je t'ai pardonne … Nuit d'hymeneeCharles Gounod, Jussi Björling, Anna-Lisa Björling, San Francisco Opera Orchestra, Gaetano Merola
Manon: Manon, Act III: Je suis seul! … Ah! fuyez, douce imageJules Massenet, Jussi Björling, Anna-Lisa Björling, San Francisco Opera Orchestra, Gaetano Merola
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