Diana Damrau, renowned for her captivating performances in operas by Mozart, Verdi, Rossini, Donizetti, and Strauss, invites you into her world with "Forever," a delightful compilation of her favorite light music compositions. Released on October 14, 2013, under Warner Classics International, this album is a celebration of timeless melodies from Vienna, Broadway, and Hollywood, spanning a diverse range of genres and styles.
"Forever" features an enchanting array of tracks, including operetta gems by Franz Lehár, Broadway classics from George Gershwin and Andrew Lloyd Webber, and beloved film scores. Diana Damrau's exquisite soprano voice shines as she interprets pieces from iconic works such as "The Phantom of the Opera," "West Side Story," "Porgy and Bess," and "The Wizard of Oz." The album also includes enchanting selections from musicals like "My Fair Lady," "South Pacific," and "Mary Poppins," showcasing Damrau's versatility and emotional depth.
Accompanied by the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and conducted by David Charles Abell, Damrau delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply moving. The album's duration of 77 minutes offers a rich and varied listening experience, making it a perfect addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection. Whether you're a longtime fan of Diana Damrau or new to her work, "Forever" promises a delightful journey through some of the most unforgettable songs in musical history.
Kilar: The Ninth Gate: VocaliseWojciech Kilar, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Kálman: Grafin Mariza, Act 1: "Höre ich Zigeunergeigen" (Countess Mariza)Emmerich Kálmán, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Künneke: Der Vetter aus Dingsda, Act 1: "Strahlender Mond" (Julia)Eduard Künneke, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Hermann Haller, Rideamus (Fritz Oliven), Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Lehár: Giuditta, Act 3: "Meine Lippen sie küssen so heiss" (Annita)Franz Lehár, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Fritz Löhner-Beda, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Lehár: Die lustige Witwe, Act 3: "Lippen schweigen" (Hanna, Count Danilo)Franz Lehár, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 2: "Mein Herr Marquis" (Adele)Johann Strauss II, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Karl Huffier, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Strauss, Johann II: Die Fledermaus, Act 2: CzárdasJohann Strauss II, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Karl Huffier, Richard Genée, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Loewe: My fair lady: "Wäre det nich wundaschen" (Eliza Doolittle)Frederick Loewe, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Loewe: My fair lady: "I could have danced all night" (Eliza Doolittle)Frederick Loewe, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Stephen / Arr. Steiner: Sweeney Todd: Grünfink und NachtigallStephen Sondheim, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Gershwin: Porgy and Bess: "Summertime"George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Rogers: South Pacific, Act 1: I'm in love with a wonderful guy (Nellie)Richard Rogers, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Oscar Hammerstein II, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Webber: Phantom of the opera, Act 2: "Wishing you were somehow here again" (Christine)Andrew Lloyd Webber, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Bernstein: West Side Story, Act 2: "I Feel Pretty"Leonard Bernstein, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Leonard / Arlen:The Wizard of Oz: Over the Rainbow (Dorothy Gale)Harold Arlen, Leonard Bernstein, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Fain: Alice in wonderland: "All in the golden afternoon" (Alice)Bob Hilliard, Sammy Fain, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Menken: Arielle, die Meerjungfrau: "Ein Mensch zu sein" (Arielle)Alan Menken, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Churchill: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs: "Someday my prince will come" (Snow white)Frank Churchill, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Larry Morrey, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Sherman: Mary Poppins: Feed the Birds (Tuppence a Bag)Richard M. Sherman, Sherman Brothers, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Blake: The Snowman: Walking in the AirHoward Blake, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra
Chaslin: Wuthering Heights: VocaliseFrederic Chaslin, Diana Damrau, David Charles Abell, Paula Heil Fischer, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra