Jessye Norman, the celebrated international opera star, delivers a profound and captivating performance in her album "Between Love and Loss." Released on January 1, 2006, under the Decca label, this two-disc collection spans a rich tapestry of classical and operatic masterpieces, showcasing Norman's extraordinary vocal range and emotional depth. The album's duration of 2 hours and 22 minutes offers a comprehensive journey through timeless compositions, including iconic arias from "West Side Story," "Carmen," "Le nozze di Figaro," and "Cavalleria rusticana," as well as poignant pieces from "Dido and Aeneas" and "Tristan und Isolde." Norman's rendition of "Amazing Grace" and her moving interpretation of "O holy night" further highlight her versatility and artistry. The album also features lesser-known gems, such as Berlioz's "Les nuits d'été" and Mahler's "Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen," demonstrating her ability to breathe new life into both familiar and obscure works. "Between Love and Loss" is a testament to Jessye Norman's enduring legacy, capturing her unparalleled ability to convey the deepest human emotions through her voice. This album is a must-listen for classical music enthusiasts and anyone seeking to experience the power and beauty of one of the greatest sopranos of our time.
West Side Story: SomewhereLeonard Bernstein, Jessye Norman, Orchestra
Carmen, Act I: Quand je vous aimerai? – Habanera. L'amour est un oiseau rebelleGeorges Bizet, Jessye Norman, Choeur de Radio France, Orchestre National De France, Seiji Ozawa
Carmen, Act I: Seguidilla. Près des remparts de Séville – Tais toi!Georges Bizet, Jessye Norman, Neil Shicoff, Orchestre National De France, Seiji Ozawa
Le nozze di Figaro, K.492 / Act 2: "Porgi amor"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jessye Norman, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492 / Act 3: E Susanna non vien!...Dove sonoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jessye Norman, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Cavalleria rusticana: "Regina coeli laetare...Innegiamo, il Signor non è morto" (Preghiera)Pietro Mascagni, Jessye Norman, Rosa Laghezza, Choeur de l'Orchestre de Paris, Orchestre de Paris, Semyon Bychkov
Dido and Aeneas, Z.626 / Act 3: "Thy hand, Belinda...When I am laid in earth"Henry Purcell, Jessye Norman, English Chamber Orchestra, Raymond Leppard
Cäcilie, Op. 27 No. 2 (Version with Orchestra)Richard Strauss, Jessye Norman, Gewandhausorchester, Kurt Masur
5 Lieder, Op. 41: No. 1, Wiegenlied (Version with Orchestra)Richard Strauss, Jessye Norman, Gewandhausorchester, Kurt Masur
5 Lieder, Op. 106: 1. Ständchen "Der Mond steht über dem Berg"Johannes Brahms, Jessye Norman, Geoffrey Parsons
Amazing GraceAnonymous, Jessye Norman, Ambrosian Singers, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Alexander Gibson
With A Song In My Heart - From "With A Song In My Heart"Richard Rodgers, Jessye Norman, Boston Pops Orchestra, John Williams
O holy night (Minuit chrétien)Adolphe Adam, Jessye Norman, New York Choral Society, The American Boychoir, Empire Chamber Ensemble, Robert de Cormier
Panis Angelicus, FWV 61, No.5César Franck, Jessye Norman, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Alexander Gibson
Tristan und Isolde, WWV 90 / Act 3: Mild und leise wie er lächelt (Isoldes Liebestod)Richard Wagner, Jessye Norman, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Les nuits d'été, Op. 7: 1. VillanelleHector Berlioz, Jessye Norman, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Les nuits d'été, Op. 7: 2. Le spectre de la roseHector Berlioz, Jessye Norman, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Les nuits d'été, Op. 7: 3. Sur les lagunesHector Berlioz, Jessye Norman, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Les chemins de l'amour, FP 106Francis Poulenc, Jessye Norman, Dalton Baldwin
Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen: No. 1, Wenn mein Schatz Hochzeit machtGustav Mahler, Jessye Norman, Berliner Philharmoniker, Bernard Haitink
Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen: No. 2, Ging heut' morgen übers FeldGustav Mahler, Jessye Norman, Berliner Philharmoniker, Bernard Haitink
Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen: No. 3, Ich hab' ein glühend MesserGustav Mahler, Jessye Norman, Berliner Philharmoniker, Bernard Haitink
Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen: No. 4, Die zwei blauen AugenGustav Mahler, Jessye Norman, Berliner Philharmoniker, Bernard Haitink
4 Letzte Lieder, TrV 296: No. 4, Im AbendrotRichard Strauss, Jessye Norman, Gewandhausorchester, Kurt Masur
Cabaret Songs for voice & chamber orchestra: GigerletteArnold Schoenberg, Jessye Norman, James Levine, Mary Ann Archer, Mark Gould, Gregory Zuber
Cabaret Songs for voice & chamber orchestra: Seit ich so viel Weiber sah (aus dem Spiegel von Arcadien)Arnold Schoenberg, Jessye Norman, James Levine, Mary Ann Archer, Mark Gould, Gregory Zuber
Jessye Norman, the acclaimed American opera singer, captivated global audiences with her powerful and dramatic soprano voice. Renowned for her commanding stage presence, Norman's repertoire spanned iconic roles such as Beethoven's Leonore, Wagner's Sieglinde and Kundry, and Berlioz's Cassandre and Didon. Her voice, often described as a "grand mansion of sound," boasted immense range and depth, filling concert halls with its rich, resonant tones. Norman's illustrious career, which spanned over five decades, earned her four Grammy Awards and the Royal Philharmonic Society Gold Medal. Her performances were not just musical; they were transformative experiences that left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of hearing her sing.
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