Voices of Our Time: Dawn Upshaw - Contemporary Song Recital DVD

UPC: 5450270010721

Product Features

• Format: DVD-9, PAL
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9 LB
• Audio Options: LPCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.0, DTS Digital
• Region Code: Worldwide
• Subtitles: English, German, Spanish, French, Italian
• Running Time: Approximately 91 minutes
• Publisher: TDK, RM Associates, 2000

Overview

In Voices of Our Time, celebrated soprano Dawn Upshaw performs a captivating recital at the Théâtre Musical de Paris – Châtelet, accompanied by Gilbert Kalish on piano. This collection focuses on contemporary song, featuring works by iconic composers such as Kaija Saariaho, John Harbison, George Crumb, Olivier Messiaen, William Bolcom, and Charles Ives. Each selection reflects the unique fusion of classical technique and modern sensibilities that has made Upshaw one of the most admired interpreters of contemporary music.

This recital includes the hauntingly beautiful Mirabai Songs by Harbison, Saariaho’s Lonh, Crumb’s evocative The Sleeper, and Messiaen’s early vocal works, Le Collier and Prière exaucée. The performance is enhanced by thoughtful direction, lighting, and audio production, delivering an immersive experience of modern art song.

Interesting Facts

• Dawn Upshaw's Signature Style: Upshaw is known for her commitment to contemporary and genre-defying music, seamlessly blending emotional expressiveness with technical precision.
• Collaborative Excellence: Upshaw and pianist Gilbert Kalish have a longstanding musical partnership, noted for their chemistry and shared vision in interpreting modern compositions.
• Composer Spotlight: This recital highlights works by some of the 20th century's most influential composers. The program includes pieces by Saariaho, a pioneer in spectral music, and George Crumb, known for his innovative use of unusual soundscapes.
• Recording and Production: Filmed live at the renowned Théâtre Musical de Paris - Châtelet, the production benefits from the expertise of lighting director John Burgess and audio director Andy Rose, ensuring a high-quality visual and auditory experience.
• Bonus Insight: The program is produced with the support of the French National Center of Cinematography, emphasizing its cultural significance.

Track Listing

1. William Bolcom - Amor (1977)
2. John Harbison - Mirabai Songs (1982)
3. Kaija Saariaho - Lonh (1995/96)
4. George Crumb - The Sleeper (1984)
5. Olivier Messiaen - Le Collier (1936), Prière exaucée (1936), Résurrection (1938)
6. Charles Ives - Memories (1897), The Circus Band (1884)

Publishers

TDK, RM Associates, Théâtre Musical de Paris - Châtelet

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