Edith Thallaug / Kungl. Hovkapellet, Carlo F. Cillario, Jan Eyron / Caprice Records LP Stereo 1975 

CAP 1107

Product Features

• Label: Caprice Records – CAP 1107
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
• Country: Sweden
• Released: 1975
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Opera

Overview

This 1975 album by Caprice Records features the exceptional mezzo-soprano Edith Thallaug performing a variety of opera highlights. Accompanied by the renowned Kungl. Hovkapellet orchestra under the direction of Carlo F. Cillario, and pianist Jan Eyron, this LP showcases Thallaug's versatility and powerful voice through pieces by Tchaikovsky, de Falla, Verdi, Rossini, Alnæs, and Poulenc. The album is a must-have for classical and opera enthusiasts, capturing the emotional depth and technical prowess of Thallaug's performances.

Interesting Facts

• Edith Thallaug: A prominent Norwegian mezzo-soprano, Thallaug was celebrated for her rich vocal tone and dramatic interpretations in opera.
• Kungl. Hovkapellet: Known as the Royal Swedish Orchestra, it is one of the world's oldest orchestras, established in 1526.
• Carlo F. Cillario: An Italian conductor renowned for his interpretations of Italian opera.
• Jan Eyron: A distinguished Swedish pianist, adding a refined accompaniment to the vocal pieces on this album.
• Variety of Composers: The album features works from diverse composers, offering a broad spectrum of operatic and art song literature.

Track Listing

Side A

1. Jeannes Avsked = Joan's Farewell = Johannas Abschied (Act I): Oui, Dieu Le Veut (The Maid Of Orleans)
   • Composed By: Peter Tchaikovsky
   • Duration: 6:43
2. Saluds Aria (Act 1): Vivan Los Que Rien (La Vida Breve)
   • Composed By: Manuel De Falla
   • Duration: 5:12
3. Ebolis Aria: O Don Fatale (Don Carlos)
   • Composed By: Giuseppe Verdi
   • Duration: 4:08
4. Rosinas Cavatina (Act 1): Una voce poco fa (Il Barbiere Di Siviglia)
   • Composed By: Gioacchino Rossini
   • Duration: 5:20

Side B

1. Ved Syrintid
   • Composed By: Eyvind Alnæs
   • Lyrics By: Herman Wildenvey
2. Pinselilje
   • Composed By: Eyvind Alnæs
   • Lyrics By: Herman Wildenvey
3. De Hundrede Violiner
   • Composed By: Eyvind Alnæs
   • Lyrics By: Arnulf Øverland
   • Duration: 2:50
4. Vaarlaengsler
   • Composed By: Eyvind Alnæs
   • Lyrics By: Nils Collett Vogt
5. Sanglots (From Banalités)
   • Composed By: Francis Poulenc
   • Lyrics By: Guillaume Apollinaire
   • Duration: 4:28
6. Hôtel (From Banalités)
   • Composed By: Francis Poulenc
   • Lyrics By: Guillaume Apollinaire
   • Duration: 1:50
7. La Reine De Coeur (From La Courte Paille)
   • Composed By: Francis Poulenc
   • Lyrics By: Maurice Carème
   • Duration: 2:53
8. C. (From Deux Poèmes)
   • Composed By: Francis Poulenc
   • Lyrics By: Louis Aragon
   • Duration: 2:53
9. Fêtes Galantes (From Deux Poèmes)
   • Composed By: Francis Poulenc
   • Duration: 0:54

Key Credits

• Mezzo-soprano: Edith Thallaug
• Conductor: Carlo F. Cillario (tracks A1 to A4)
• Piano: Jan Eyron (tracks B1 to B9)
• Orchestra: Kungl. Hovkapellet (tracks A1 to A4)
• Producer: Håkan Elmquist
• Editor: Kay Isacson
• Engineer: Olle Bolander
• Graphic Design: Ingi Kirsebom
• Liner Notes: Hans Åstrand, Per-Anders Hellqvist

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