Victoria De Los Angeles: On Wings Of Song & Zarzeula Arias - Rafael Frühbeck De Burgos, Sinfonia Of London, Orquesta Nacional De España / Great Artists Of The Century / EMI Classics Audio CD 2008 Stereo

UPC 094635653229

Product Details:

• Label: EMI Classics
• Format: CD, Compilation, Stereo
• Country: Europe
• Released: 2008
• Genre: Classical, Folk, World & Country
• Style: Zarzuela, Romantic

Overview:

This compilation from the Great Artists of the Century series celebrates the artistry of the renowned Spanish soprano, Victoria De Los Angeles. A voice that captured the hearts of audiences worldwide, she performs a stunning selection of songs spanning both the Lied and Zarzuela genres. From delicate German Lieder to lively Spanish zarzuela arias, this album showcases De Los Angeles' remarkable versatility and emotional depth.

The first half of the album, On Wings of Song, features De Los Angeles' interpretations of beloved European art songs by composers like Felix Mendelssohn, Edvard Grieg, Johannes Brahms, and Antonín Dvořák. Each piece is a showcase of her rich, expressive voice, from the lyrical "Wiegenlied" by Brahms to the lush "L'Enamourée" by Reynaldo Hahn. The vibrant melodies of the Spanish songs, including La Paloma and De España Vengo, evoke the warmth and passion of Spain.

In the second half, Zarzuela Arias, De Los Angeles shines in the thrilling world of Spanish zarzuela. Conducted by Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos, the Orquesta Nacional de España and the Sinfonia of London accompany her in passionate, lively arias by composers such as Jerónimo Giménez, Francisco Barbieri, and José Serrano. These zarzuela selections, like "Canción de la Tempranica" and "Romanza de Gloria," reveal the dramatic and colorful flair of Spanish opera.

A stunning tribute to one of the great sopranos of the 20th century, this album captures the power, grace, and versatility of Victoria de Los Angeles.

Track Listing:

On Wings of Song

1. Auf Flügeln des Gesanges, Op. 34 – Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy – 2:42
2. Ich Liebe Dich, Op. 5 – Edvard Grieg – 2:33
3. Wiegenlied, Op. 49 No. 4 – Johannes Brahms – 2:22
4. Als Die Alte Mutter, Op. 55 No. 4 – Antonín Dvořák – 2:33
5. Plaisir d'Amour – Jean-Paul-Égide Martini – 3:10
6. L'Enamourée – Reynaldo Hahn – 3:32
7. Les Filles de Cadix – Léo Delibes – 3:02
8. An Irish Lullaby – Traditional – 3:07
9. Era la Vo – Geni Sadero – 2:32
10. La Paloma – Sebastián de Yradier – 4:50
11. Azulao – Jayme Ovalle – 2:13
12. De España Vengo – Pablo Luna – 4:50
13. Carcerelas – Ruperto Chapí – 3:43

Zarzuela Arias

1. Zapateado – Jerónimo Giménez – 1:35
2. Canción de la Tempranica – Jerónimo Giménez – 5:09
3. Canción de Pastora – Ruperto Chapí – 1:14
4. Canción de la Gitana – Ruperto Chapí – 4:38
5. Tango de la Menegilda – Federico Chueca, Joaquín Valverde – 3:24
6. Chotís del Eliseo Madrileno – Federico Chueca, Joaquín Valverde – 3:08
7. Romanza de Gloria – José Serrano – 3:46
8. Canción de la Gitana – José Serrano – 1:41
9. Escena Lírica – José Serrano – 3:40
10. Couplets Babilónicos – Vicente Lleó – 2:49
11. Romanza de Pilar – Fernández Caballero – 4:46
12. Canción de Paloma – Francisco Barbieri – 2:42

Key Credits:

• Soprano Vocals: Victoria De Los Angeles
• Conductor: Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos
• Orchestra: Sinfonia of London (Tracks 1-13), Orquesta Nacional de España (Tracks 14-25)
• Chorus: Coro de Cámara del Real (Tracks 15, 19)
• Compiled By, Editor: Ken Jagger
• Producer: Ronald Kinloch Anderson (Tracks 1-13)
• Engineer: Christopher Parker
• Liner Notes: Andrew Lamb