Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of opera with the Quatuor Vendôme's captivating album, "Une soirée à l'opéra." Released on June 2, 2015, under the Klarthe Records label, this 57-minute journey showcases the quartet's exceptional skill and versatility, as they masterfully arrange and perform iconic operatic pieces for clarinet quartet.
The album opens with Bizet's "Fantaisie sur Carmen," a lively and engaging suite that includes the famous "Habanera" and other beloved melodies from the opera. Following this, the Quatuor Vendôme presents a selection of pieces from Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker," including the lively "Ouverture" and the energetic "Marche," as well as the delicate "Danse de la Fée-Dragée."
Delving into the realm of bel canto opera, the quartet performs a medley of arias from Rossini's "Il barbiere di Siviglia," featuring the charming "Cavatina Conte" and the spirited "Cavatina Figaro." The album concludes with a captivating rendition of Verdi's "Rigoletto: Fantaisie," a thrilling and dramatic piece that showcases the quartet's dynamic range and technical prowess.
Throughout the album, the Quatuor Vendôme's arrangements are both inventive and respectful of the original compositions, allowing the essence of each piece to shine through. Their precise and expressive playing brings a fresh perspective to these timeless classics, making "Une soirée à l'opéra" a delightful and engaging listen for both opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
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Tracks
Fantaisie sur Carmen: I. Entracte - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetGeorges Bizet, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
Fantaisie sur Carmen: II. L'amour est un oiseau rebelle - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetGeorges Bizet, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
Fantaisie sur Carmen: III. Lento - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetGeorges Bizet, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
Fantaisie sur Carmen: IV. Près des remparts de Séville - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetGeorges Bizet, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
Fantaisie sur Carmen: V. Les tringles des sistres tintaient - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetGeorges Bizet, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
The Nutcracker, Op. 71a: I. Ouverture - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
The Nutcracker, Op. 71a: II. Marche - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
The Nutcracker, Op. 71a: III. Tarentelle - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
The Nutcracker, Op. 71a: IV. Danse de la Fée-Dragée - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
The Nutcracker, Op. 71a: V. Trepak - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
The Nutcracker, Op. 71a: VI. Coda - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
Lakmé: Duo des fleurs - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetLéo Delibes, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
Il barbiere di Siviglia: I. Cavatina Conte - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetGioachino Rossini, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
Il barbiere di Siviglia: II. Canzone première partie - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetGioachino Rossini, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
Il barbiere di Siviglia: III. Cavatina Figaro - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetGioachino Rossini, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
Il barbiere di Siviglia: IV. Cavatina Rosina - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetGioachino Rossini, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
Il barbiere di Siviglia: V. Canzone deuxième partie - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetGioachino Rossini, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
Il barbiere di Siviglia: VI. Aria Conte - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetGioachino Rossini, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
Rigoletto: "Fantaisie": I. Allegro con brio - Allegro moderato - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetGiuseppe Verdi, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
Rigoletto: "Fantaisie": II. Andante cantabile - Adagio cavatina - Allegro vivo - Arr. for Clarinet QuartetGiuseppe Verdi, Quatuor Vendôme, Frank Amet, Nicolas Baldeyrou, Alexandre Chabod, Julien Chabod
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