Irina Arhipova = Ирина Архипова / Мелодия LP Stereo 

33СМ 01897—98

Product Features

• Label: Мелодия – 33СМ 01897—98
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
• Country: USSR
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Baroque

Overview

This exquisite album features the renowned mezzo-soprano Irina Arhipova, delivering a captivating performance of baroque arias accompanied by organists P. Sīpolnieks and O. Janchenko. Released by Мелодия, this LP showcases Arhipova's rich vocal timbre and emotive interpretations, bringing to life the works of composers such as T. Gordani, A. Stradella, J. Pergolesi, K. Monteverdi, Ch. Gounod, I. S. Bach, and G. F. Händel. The addition of the Boys' Choir of the E. Dārziņš Music School in Riga under the conduction of I. Kokars enhances the spiritual depth of the pieces.

Interesting Facts

• Irina Arhipova: A celebrated mezzo-soprano from the USSR, Arhipova was known for her powerful voice and emotional delivery, making her a beloved figure in classical music.
• Baroque Focus: This album primarily features baroque compositions, a period known for its ornate musical style and emotional expressiveness.
• Organ Accompaniment: The organ accompaniment by P. Sīpolnieks and O. Janchenko adds a rich, resonant foundation to Arhipova's vocal performances.
• Collaboration: The Boys' Choir of the E. Dārziņš Music School in Riga, conducted by I. Kokars, adds a unique choral element to the album, particularly in the rendition of "Ave Maria."

Track Listing

Side A

1. Aria "Caro Mio Ben"
   • Composed By: T. Gordani
   • Organ: P. Sīpolnieks
2. Aria "Pietà, Signore"
   • Composed By: A. Stradella
   • Organ: O. Janchenko
3. Aria From "Stabat Mater"
   • Composed By: J. Pergolesi
   • Organ: P. Sīpolnieks
4. Aria "Lasciatemi Morire"
   • Composed By: K. Monteverdi
   • Organ: O. Janchenko

Side B

1. Ave Maria
   • Composed By: Ch. Gounod, I. S. Bach
   • Choir: Boys' Choir Of Musical School Of E. Dārziņš In Riga
   • Conductor: I. Kokars
   • Organ: P. Sīpolnieks
2. Aria "Dignare" From Cantata "Dettingen Te Deum"
   • Composed By: G. F. Händel
   • Organ: P. Sīpolnieks
3. Aria From Oratorio "Heracles"
   • Composed By: G. F. Händel
   • Organ: P. Sīpolnieks
4. Aria From Oratorio "La Passione"
   • Composed By: G. F. Händel
   • Organ: P. Sīpolnieks
5. Agnus Dei
   • Composed By: G. Bizet
   • Organ: O. Janchenko

Key Credits

• Mezzo-soprano: Irina Arhipova
• Organ: P. Sīpolnieks, O. Janchenko
• Choir: Boys' Choir Of Musical School Of E. Dārziņš In Riga
• Conductor: I. Kokars
• Producers: Aleksandrs Grīva
• Artwork: Gunārs Kirke
• Engineer: Oļģerts Liepiņš

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