Nicolai Gedda, the renowned Swedish tenor, invites you into the world of opera and classical music with his album "Arias & Lieder." Released on March 6, 2012, under the SWR Classic label, this collection showcases Gedda's extraordinary vocal range and versatility. The album spans a little over an hour and twelve minutes, featuring a diverse selection of arias and lieder from various composers and operas.
From the dramatic intensity of "Le postillon de Lonjumeau" to the tender beauty of "Nacht und Traume," Gedda's performance is nothing short of captivating. The album includes pieces in various languages, including German and Russian, demonstrating Gedda's linguistic prowess and ability to convey deep emotion through his artistry.
The tracklist is a journey through some of the most celebrated works in classical music, including pieces from "Iphigenie en Aulide," "Idomeneo," and "Zhizn' za tsarya." Gedda's interpretation of these pieces, along with his rendition of lesser-known works, offers a comprehensive exploration of his vocal abilities.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Nicolai Gedda's "Arias & Lieder" is a testament to the enduring power of vocal artistry. This album is a celebration of Gedda's legacy, capturing the essence of his remarkable career in a single, unforgettable collection.
2012 SWR Classic2012 SWR Classic
Tracks
Le postillon de Lonjumeau, Act I: Mes amis, ecoutez l'histoireAdolphe Adam, Nicolai Gedda, South West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Baden-Baden and Freiburg, members
Alceste: Welch Gefuhl schwellt meine Brust (Sung in German)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Nicolai Gedda, South West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Baden-Baden and Freiburg, members
Iphigenie en AulideChristoph Willibald Gluck, Nicolai Gedda, South West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Baden-Baden and Freiburg, members
Idomeneo re di Creta, K. 366, Act II: Fuor del mar ho un mare in senoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nicolai Gedda, South West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Baden-Baden and Freiburg, members
Le Comte Ory, Act I: Que les destins prosperes accueillent vos prieresGioachino Rossini, Nicolai Gedda, South West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Baden-Baden and Freiburg, members
Zhizn' za tsarya (A Life for the Tsar), Op. 4, Act IV: Bruder, im Sturm (Sung in German)Mikhail Glinka, Nicolai Gedda, South West German Radio Symphony Orchestra, Baden-Baden and Freiburg, members
Im Fruhling, Op. 101, No. 1, D. 882Franz Schubert, Nicolai Gedda, Erik Werba
Die Liebe hat gelogen, Op. 23, No. 1, D. 751Franz Schubert, Nicolai Gedda, Erik Werba
Nacht und Traume, D. 827Franz Schubert, Nicolai Gedda, Erik Werba
Der Schiffer, Op. 21, No. 2, D. 536Franz Schubert, Nicolai Gedda, Erik Werba