Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Catherine Bott with her captivating album, "Various: The World of Catherine Bott." This exquisite collection, released on September 2, 2001, under Decca Music Group Ltd., is a testament to Bott's extraordinary vocal prowess and versatility. Spanning a rich tapestry of genres, from medieval chants to operatic masterpieces, this album offers a journey through time and musical styles.
The album opens with the hauntingly beautiful "Cantigas de Santa Maria," followed by the medieval fervor of "Carmina Burana." Bott's interpretation of Monteverdi's "L'Orfeo" and Purcell's "Dido and Aeneas" showcases her operatic brilliance, while her rendition of Bach's "Christmas Oratorio" adds a touch of sacred elegance. The album also features lesser-known gems like "Venus & Adonis" and "The Indian Queen," demonstrating Bott's ability to bring lesser-performed works to life with her distinctive voice.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 8 minutes, this album is a treasure trove of musical delights. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a curious newcomer to medieval and baroque music, Catherine Bott's "The World of Catherine Bott" promises an unforgettable auditory experience.
Cantigas de Santa Maria: Non e gran causaAlfonso X El Sabio, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Der Mai mit lieber zalOswald von Wolkenstein, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Onques n'amai tant que jou fui ameeRichart de Fournival, Catherine Bott
Carmina Burana (13th c. Bavarian Manuscript): Axe Phebus aureoAnonymous, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Con le stelle in ciel che maiBiagio Marini, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Se l'aura spira tutta vezzosa: ariaGirolamo Frescobaldi, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
L'Orfeo - Prologo: Ritornello-Dal mio Permesso amatoClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Venus & Adonis - Ed. Bruce Wood for the Early English Opera Society - Act 3: Adonis, AdonisJohn Blow, Catherine Bott, Michael George, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Christmas Oratorio, BWV 248 - Part Three - For the third Day of Christmas: No. 29 Duett (Sopran, Baß): "Herr, dein Mitleid, dein Erbarmen"Johann Sebastian Bach, Catherine Bott, Michael George, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Introduzione al Dixit Dominus, R.635 - Ed. Michael Talbot: 1. Aria: Ascende laetaAntonio Vivaldi, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Let all be gayJohn Eccles, Catherine Bott, David Roblou, Mark Levy
I burn, my brain consumes to ashesJohn Eccles, Catherine Bott, David Roblou, Paula Chateauneuf, Anthony Pleeth
Cease of Cupid to complainJohn Eccles, Catherine Bott, Paula Chateauneuf, Tom Finucane
The Indian Queen, Z. 630 - Ed A. Pinnock, M. Laurie / Act 4: They Tell Us That Your Mighty PowersHenry Purcell, Catherine Bott, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Dido and Aeneas, Z.626 / Act 3: Thy Hand, Belinda...When I am Laid...With Drooping WingsHenry Purcell, Catherine Bott, The Academy Of Ancient Music Chorus, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood