Kathleen Battle, the renowned soprano, invites you into the world of Baroque and Classical masterpieces with her album "Kathleen Battle sings Handel & Mozart." Released on July 21, 2023, under Universal Music Australia Pty. Ltd., this collection showcases her exceptional vocal prowess and versatility across a carefully curated selection of arias.
The album begins with a captivating journey through Handel's "Semele" HWV 58, featuring arias like "The Morning Lark To Mine Accords His Note" and "Endless Pleasure...". Battle's crystalline voice brings a sense of joy and wonder to these pieces, highlighting her ability to convey both power and delicacy. The album then transitions to Mozart's works, including selections from "Die Entführung aus dem Serail" K.384, "Don Giovanni, ossia Il dissoluto punito" K.527, and "Die Zauberflöte" K. 620. Battle's interpretations of these arias, such as "Durch Zärtlichkeit und Schmeicheln" and "Là ci darem la mano," are marked by her signature clarity and expressive depth.
With a runtime of 50 minutes, this album is a concise yet comprehensive exploration of Handel and Mozart's operatic works. Kathleen Battle's performance is a testament to her enduring artistry, making this release a treasure for classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Semele HWV 58, Act I: The Morning Lark To Mine Accords His NoteGeorge Frideric Handel, Kathleen Battle, English Chamber Orchestra, John Nelson
Semele HWV 58, Act I: Endless Pleasure...George Frideric Handel, Kathleen Battle, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, English Chamber Orchestra, John Nelson
Semele HWV 58, Act II: Oh Sleep, Why Dost Thou Leave Me?George Frideric Handel, Kathleen Battle, English Chamber Orchestra, John Nelson
Semele HWV 58, Act II: With Fond DesiringGeorge Frideric Handel, Kathleen Battle, English Chamber Orchestra, John Nelson
Semele HWV 58, Act III: Myself I Shall AdoreGeorge Frideric Handel, Kathleen Battle, English Chamber Orchestra, John Nelson
Semele HWV 58, Act III: No, No, I'll Take No LessGeorge Frideric Handel, Kathleen Battle, English Chamber Orchestra, John Nelson
Die Entführung aus dem Serail K.384, Act II: Durch Zärtlichkeit und SchmeichelnWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Die Entführung aus dem Serail, Act II: Welche Wonne, welche LustWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Kathleen Battle, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Don Giovanni, ossia Il dissoluto punito K.527, Act I: Là ci darem la manoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Kathleen Battle, Samuel Ramey, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Don Giovanni K. 527, Act I: Batti, batti, o bel MasettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Kathleen Battle, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Don Giovanni, ossia Il dissoluto punito K.527, Act II: Vedrai, carinoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Kathleen Battle, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
Die Zauberflöte K. 620, Act II: Pa-Pa-Pa-Pa-Pa-Pa-Papagena!Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Kathleen Battle, Philippe Huttenlocher, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg, Alain Lombard
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