Lucienne Renaudin Vary, the prodigious French trumpeter, presents her eagerly awaited album, "The Trumpet Fairy," set to release on April 15, 2025, under Warner Classics. This captivating collection showcases her extraordinary virtuosity and versatility, spanning a rich tapestry of classical, operatic, and contemporary works, all masterfully performed on the trumpet.
"The Trumpet Fairy" is a testament to Lucienne's artistic prowess, featuring a diverse array of compositions that highlight her technical brilliance and expressive depth. From the delicate and lyrical "Après un rêve" by Fauré to the fiery and rhythmic "Danza de la moza donosa" by Ginastera, the album offers a thrilling journey through various musical landscapes. Lucienne's interpretations are both sensitive and bold, bringing a fresh perspective to well-loved pieces and introducing listeners to lesser-known gems.
The album includes iconic works such as Haydn's Trumpet Concerto in E-Flat Major, Hummel's Trumpet Concerto in E-Flat Major, and Arutunian's Trumpet Concerto in A-Flat Major, demonstrating Lucienne's command of the concerto form. She also delves into operatic arias, offering enchanting renditions of pieces from Bellini's "Norma," Donizetti's "Don Pasquale," and Offenbach's "Les contes d'Hoffmann," among others. Her performances are accompanied by meticulously crafted orchestrations that complement her playing beautifully.
Lucienne's adventurous spirit is evident in her selection of contemporary and cross-genre pieces. The album features works by Astor Piazzolla, Leonard Bernstein, and George Gershwin, showcasing her ability to transcend traditional boundaries and connect with audiences across diverse musical tastes. The inclusion of popular songs like "Edelweiss" and "L-O-V-E" adds a touch of familiarity and warmth, making the album accessible and engaging.
With a total duration of 2 hours and 41 minutes, "The Trumpet Fairy" is a substantial and immersive listening experience. Lucienne Renaudin Vary's artistry shines through in every note, making this album a celebration of her unique talent and musical vision. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises to captivate and inspire.
Bach, JS: Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B Minor, BWV 1067: VII. Badinerie (Version with Trumpet)Johann Sebastian Bach, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Sascha Goetzel, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Dvořák: In Folk Tone, Op. 73, B. 146: No. 1, Good Night, My Darling (Orch. Braun)Antonín Dvořák, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Sascha Goetzel, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Bellini: Norma, Act 1: "Casta diva" (Orch. Milone)Vincenzo Bellini, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Fauré: 3 Mélodies, Op. 7: No. 1, Après un rêve (Version for Trumpet & Orchestra)Gabriel Fauré, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Hummel: Trumpet Concerto in E-Flat Major, WoO 1: III. RondoJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Michael Sanderling, Luzerner Sinfonieorchester
Si tu vois ma mèreSidney Bechet, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Rachmaninov: 12 Romances, Op. 21: No. 7, How Fair This Spot (Version for Trumpet & Orchestra)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Rodgers: Edelweiss (Orch. Lehn)Richard Rodgers, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Sascha Goetzel, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Gershwin: Porgy and Bess, Act 1: "Summertime" (Orch. Behrisch)George Gershwin, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Erik Truffaz, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
L-O-V-EBert Kaempfert, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Johanna Malangré, Orchestre national de Bretagne
Ravel: Pavane pour une infante défunte, M. 19 (Orch. Elliott)Maurice Ravel, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Delibes: Les filles de Cadix (Version for Trumpet & Orchestra)Léo Delibes, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Donizetti : Don Pasquale, Act 2: "Povero Ernesto"Gaetano Donizetti, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Rolando Villazón, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Rossini: Le siège de Corinthe: Air. "Juste ciel" (Orch. Lehn)Gioachino Rossini, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Sascha Goetzel, Orchestre de chambre de Paris
Offenbach: Les contes d'Hoffmann, Act 4: Barcarolle. "Belle nuit, ô nuit d'amour" (Version for Two Trumpets & Orchestra)Jacques Offenbach, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Erik Truffaz, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Paganini: 24 Caprices, Op. 1: No. 24 in A Minor (Version for Trumpet)Niccolò Paganini, Lucienne Renaudin Vary
Handel: Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne, HWV 74: I. Eternal Source of Light DivineGeorge Frideric Handel, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Christophe Dumaux, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Milhaud: Le bœuf sur le toit, Op. 58 (Orch. Elliott)Darius Milhaud, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Bill Elliott, BBC Concert Orchestra
Vivaldi: Giustino, RV 717, Act 1: "Vedrò con mio diletto" (Orch. Nakamura)Antonio Vivaldi, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Tchaikovsky: Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, Act 2: "Kuda, kuda" (Version for Trumpet & Orchestra)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Roberto Rizzi Brignoli, Orchestre National de Lille
Humperdinck: WeihnachtenEngelbert Humperdinck, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Richard Whilds, NDR Radiophilharmonie
Arutunian: Trumpet Concerto in A-Flat MajorAlexander Arutiunian, Lucienne Renaudin Vary, Michael Sanderling, Luzerner Sinfonieorchester