Experience the golden voice of Swedish tenor Jussi Björling in this captivating live album, "The Stockholm & Atalanta Concerts." Recorded in 2009, this collection showcases Björling's extraordinary vocal range and artistry through a diverse repertoire of opera arias and art songs. The album features beloved pieces from iconic operas such as "Carmen," "La Bohème," and "Turandot," alongside enchanting Lieder by Schubert and other composers. Björling's rich, powerful voice is beautifully accompanied by the Swedish Radio Orchestra, conducted by Frederick Shauwecker and Sten Frykberg. With a running time of 68 minutes, this album offers a comprehensive showcase of Björling's talents, making it an essential addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection. Whether you're a longtime fan of Jussi Björling or a newcomer to his music, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
(C) 2009 Urania
Tracks
Serse, Act I: Ombra mai fuGeorge Frideric Handel, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Lieder, D. 686 - "Frühlingsglaube"Franz Schubert, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Lieder, D. 550 - "Die Forelle"Franz Schubert, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Lieder, D. 957 No. 4 - "Ständchen"Franz Schubert, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Lieder, Op. 29 No. 1 - "Traum durch die Dämmerung"Richard Strauss, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Lieder, Op. 10 No. 1 - "Zueignung"Richard Strauss, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Carmen, Act II: La fleur que tu m'avais jetéeGeorges Bizet, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Fedora, Act II: Amor ti vietaUmberto Giordano, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Lieder, Op. 21 No. 5 - "Siren' (Lilacs"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Lieder, Op. 4 No. 3 - "V molchan'i nochi taynoy"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Lieder, Op. 28 No. 6 - "Skogen sover"Hugo Alfvén, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
I drommen du är mig näraEmil Sjögren, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Lieder, Op. 10 No. 1 - "Jungfrun under lind"Wilhelm Peterson-Berger, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Lieder, Op. 25 No. 2 - "En svane"Edvard Grieg, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Lieder, Op. 48 No. 6 - "Ein Traum"Edvard Grieg, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
TonernaEmil Sjögren, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Andrea Chenier, Act IV: Come un bel dì di maggioUmberto Giordano, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
La Bohème, Act I: Che gelida maninaGiacomo Puccini, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Turandot, Act III: Nessun dormaGiacomo Puccini, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Lohengrin, Act III: In fernem LandRichard Wagner, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
L'elisir d'amore, Act II: Una furtiva lacrimaGaetano Donizetti, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Cavalleria rusticana: Mamma, quel vino è generosoPietro Mascagni, Jussi Björling, Frederick Shauwecker, Sten Frykberg, Swedish Radio Orchestra
Jussi Björling, born Johan Jonatan Björling, was a Swedish tenor celebrated as one of the most renowned operatic singers of the 20th century. His powerful and versatile voice captivated audiences worldwide, particularly at the prestigious Metropolitan Opera in New York City. Björling's repertoire spanned Italian, French, and Russian operas, each performed with exquisite taste and mastery. His performances at major European opera houses, including the Royal Opera House in London and La Scala in Milan, further cemented his status as a true vocal virtuoso. Björling's legacy endures as a testament to his extraordinary talent and enduring impact on the world of opera.
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