Dive into the captivating world of Baroque opera with "Dualità," a stunning collection of arias from nine of George Frideric Handel's most celebrated operas. Released on February 18, 2022, via Warner Classics, this album features the extraordinary soprano Emőke Baráth, accompanied by the talented Philippe Jaroussky and the Ensemble Artaserse. With a running time of 1 hour and 12 minutes, "Dualità" is a testament to the power and sensitivity of the female voice, exploring the duality of the female soul through Handel's timeless compositions.
Emőke Baráth, renowned for her silky, pure lyric soprano voice, delves into the rich, lower register of her vocal range, bringing depth and nuance to each aria. The album includes iconic pieces such as "Ombra cara di mia sposa" from "Radamisto" and "Ah! spietato! e non ti move" from "Amadigi di Gaula," showcasing Baráth's versatility and mastery of Handel's intricate melodies. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or new to the genre, "Dualità" offers a captivating journey through the golden age of opera, highlighting the enduring appeal of Handel's music.
Handel: Arianna in Creta, HWV 32, Act 2: "Qual leon, che fere irato, se sua prole" (Tauride)George Frideric Handel, Emőke Baráth, Artaserse, Philippe Jaroussky
Handel: Amadigi di Gaula, HWV 11, Act 1: "Il crudel m’abandonna" (Melissa)George Frideric Handel, Emőke Baráth, Artaserse, Philippe Jaroussky
Handel: Amadigi di Gaula, HWV 11, Act 1: "Ah! spietato! e non ti move" (Melissa)George Frideric Handel, Emőke Baráth, Artaserse, Philippe Jaroussky
Handel: Deidamia, HWV 42, Act 3: "Ai greci questa spada sovra i nemici estinti" (Achille)George Frideric Handel, Emőke Baráth, Artaserse, Philippe Jaroussky
Handel: Partenope, HWV 27, Act 2: "Qual farfalletta gira a quel lume" (Partenope)George Frideric Handel, Emőke Baráth, Artaserse, Philippe Jaroussky
Handel: Radamisto, HWV 12, Act 2: "Ombra cara di mia sposa" (Radamisto)George Frideric Handel, Emőke Baráth, Artaserse, Philippe Jaroussky
Handel: Giulio Cesare in Egitto, HWV 17, Act 2: "Se pietà di me non senti, giusto ciel" (Cleopatra)George Frideric Handel, Emőke Baráth, Artaserse, Philippe Jaroussky
Handel: Giulio Cesare in Egitto, HWV 17, Act 3: "Da tempeste il legno infranto" (Cleopatra)George Frideric Handel, Emőke Baráth, Artaserse, Philippe Jaroussky