Suzanne Danco, a name synonymous with operatic brilliance, graces the stage once again with her extraordinary album, "Suzanne Danco: The Decca Recitals." Released on July 3, 2020, under Universal Music Australia Pty. Ltd., this collection is a testament to her unparalleled vocal prowess and artistic versatility. Spanning a generous 2 hours and 26 minutes, the album is a rich tapestry of operatic arias and art songs that showcase Danco's ability to traverse diverse musical landscapes with ease.
The album opens with a selection of arias from some of the most beloved operas in the repertoire, including Mozart's "Così fan tutte" and "Le nozze di Figaro," as well as works by Massenet, Bizet, Gluck, and Purcell. Danco's voice shines brightly in these dramatic and lyrical pieces, demonstrating her technical mastery and emotional depth. The album then shifts to a series of art songs, featuring works by Schubert, Schumann, and Wolf, among others. Danco's interpretations of these intimate and reflective pieces are nothing short of breathtaking, showcasing her ability to convey a wide range of emotions with stunning clarity and nuance.
Throughout the album, Danco is accompanied by some of the most talented musicians in the classical music world, including pianist Gerald Moore and the London Symphony Orchestra. Their collaborations with Danco are a testament to the power of musical partnership, as they bring out the best in each other and create a sound that is both rich and dynamic.
"Suzanne Danco: The Decca Recitals" is not just an album, but a journey through the world of classical music, guided by one of its most gifted and beloved artists. Whether you are a longtime fan of Suzanne Danco or a newcomer to her work, this album is sure to captivate and inspire you, showcasing the beauty and power of the human voice in all its glory.
Così fan tutte, K. 588 / Act 1: "Come scoglio"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Suzanne Danco, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, Jonel Perlea
Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492 / Act 2: “Voi che sapete che cosa è amor”Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Suzanne Danco, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, Jonel Perlea
Louise / Act 3: "Depuis le jour"Gustave Charpentier, Suzanne Danco, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Alberto Erede
La traviata / Act 1: "E strano!...Ah, fors'è lui"Giuseppe Verdi, Suzanne Danco, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Alberto Erede
Manon / Act 2: "Allons, il le faut... Adieu, notre petite table"Jules Massenet, Suzanne Danco, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Alberto Erede
Carmen, WD 31 / Act 3: "C'est les contrabandiers... Je dis que rien"Georges Bizet, Suzanne Danco, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Alberto Erede
Alceste, Wq. 37 / Act 1: "Divinités du Styx"Christoph Willibald Gluck, Suzanne Danco, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Alberto Erede
Dido and Aeneas, Z. 626 / Act 3: "Thy hand, Belinda...When I am laid in earth"Henry Purcell, Suzanne Danco, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Alberto Erede
Shéhérazade, M. 41: I. AsieMaurice Ravel, Suzanne Danco, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Ernest Ansermet
Shéhérazade, M. 41: II. La flûte enchantéeMaurice Ravel, Suzanne Danco, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Ernest Ansermet
Shéhérazade, M. 41: III. L'indifférentMaurice Ravel, Suzanne Danco, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire, Ernest Ansermet
Deh più a me non v'ascondeteGiovanni Bononcini, Suzanne Danco, Phyllis Spurr
Amarilli mia bellaGiulio Caccini, Suzanne Danco, Phyllis Spurr
Die schöne Müllerin, Op. 25, D. 795: 2. Wohin? - Take 1Franz Schubert, Suzanne Danco, Guido Agosti
Die schöne Müllerin, Op. 25, D. 795: 2. Wohin? - Take 2Franz Schubert, Suzanne Danco, Guido Agosti
Die Forelle, D. 550 - 1950 RecordingFranz Schubert, Suzanne Danco, Guido Agosti