Magdalena Kožená's 2016 album "Monteverdi" is a captivating journey through the works of the Italian Baroque master Claudio Monteverdi. Released under Archiv Produktion, this opera collection showcases Kožená's remarkable vocal prowess and versatility, spanning a variety of genres and styles from Monteverdi's prolific career.
The album features a diverse tracklist, including arias, madrigals, and scenes from Monteverdi's operas, such as "L'incoronazione di Poppea." Highlights include the powerful "Disprezzata Regina!" and the poignant "Pur ti miro," both from "L'incoronazione di Poppea," as well as the dramatic "Combattimento di Tancredi e Clorinda" from "Madrigali guerrieri, et amorosi." Kožená's interpretation of these pieces is both sensitive and dynamic, bringing Monteverdi's compositions to life with her rich, expressive voice.
With a duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, the album offers a substantial exploration of Monteverdi's music, providing a comprehensive overview of his contributions to the opera genre. Kožená's performance is accompanied by expert musicians, ensuring an authentic and immersive listening experience. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or new to the genre, this album is a testament to Magdalena Kožená's artistry and a celebration of Monteverdi's enduring legacy.
Scherzi musicali, cioè arie, et madrigali in stil recitativo: Zefiro torna, SV 251Claudio Monteverdi, Magdalena Kožená, Anna Prohaska, La Cetra Barockorchester Basel, Andrea Marcon
Madrigali guerrieri, et amorosi: Lamento della ninfa, SV 163Claudio Monteverdi, Magdalena Kožená, Jakob Pilgram, Michael Feyfar, Luca Tittoto, La Cetra Barockorchester Basel, Andrea Marcon
Scherzi musicali, cioè arie, et madrigali in stil recitativo: Quel sguardo sdegnosetto, SV 247Claudio Monteverdi, Magdalena Kožená, La Cetra Barockorchester Basel, Andrea Marcon
Sonate, arie et correnti, Op. 3: Aria quinta sopra la BergamascaMarco Uccellini, La Cetra Barockorchester Basel, Andrea Marcon
L'incoronazione di Poppea, SV 308 / Act 1: Disprezzata Regina!Claudio Monteverdi, Magdalena Kožená, La Cetra Barockorchester Basel, Andrea Marcon
Settimo libro de madrigali: Con che soavità, SV 139Claudio Monteverdi, Magdalena Kožená, La Cetra Barockorchester Basel, Andrea Marcon
Canzoni overo sonate concertate per chiesa e camera, Op. 12, Book 3: Ballo detto PollicioTarquinio Merula, La Cetra Barockorchester Basel, Andrea Marcon
L'incoronazione di Poppea, SV 308 / Act 3: Addio, Roma! Addio, patria! Amici, addio!Claudio Monteverdi, Magdalena Kožená, La Cetra Barockorchester Basel, Andrea Marcon
Scherzi musicali: Damigella tutta bella, SV 235Claudio Monteverdi, Magdalena Kožená, David Feldman, Luca Tittoto, La Cetra Barockorchester Basel, Andrea Marcon
Per ogni sorte di strumento musicale diversi generi di sonate, da chiesa, e da camera, Op. 22: Passacalio a quattroBiagio Marini, La Cetra Barockorchester Basel, Andrea Marcon
Madrigali guerrieri, et amorosi: Combattimento di Tancredi e Clorinda, SV 153Claudio Monteverdi, Magdalena Kožená, La Cetra Barockorchester Basel, Andrea Marcon
L'incoronazione di Poppea, SV 308 / Act 3: Pur ti miroClaudio Monteverdi, Magdalena Kožená, Anna Prohaska, La Cetra Barockorchester Basel, Andrea Marcon
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