"Kathleen Ferrier - A Tribute" is a comprehensive two-disc compilation celebrating the extraordinary career of the renowned English contralto Kathleen Ferrier. Released by Decca Music Group Ltd. in 2003, this album spans a diverse range of genres within the classical and opera realms, showcasing Ferrier's remarkable vocal prowess and versatility.
The album features a meticulously curated selection of Ferrier's most iconic performances, including arias from operas such as Gluck's "Orfeo ed Euridice," Handel's "Rodelinda" and "Serse," and Mendelssohn's "Elijah." Additionally, it includes beloved lieder by Schubert, Schumann, and Mahler, as well as traditional folk songs that highlight Ferrier's ability to connect with audiences through her warm, expressive voice.
Born in Lancashire in 1912, Kathleen Ferrier's career was tragically cut short by her untimely death in 1953. However, her legacy endures through her recorded performances, which continue to captivate listeners with their depth and artistry. This tribute album offers a poignant reminder of Ferrier's enduring impact on the world of classical music.
With a running time of over two hours, "Kathleen Ferrier - A Tribute" is an essential collection for both longtime admirers and those discovering the enchanting voice of Kathleen Ferrier for the first time. The album's masterful remastering ensures that the original recordings are presented with the highest audio quality, allowing listeners to fully appreciate the nuances of Ferrier's performances.
Fünf Lieder op.47: 1. BotschaftJohannes Brahms, Kathleen Ferrier, Phyllis Spurr
Atalanta - Sung in English - Act 1: "Like as the love-lorn turtle"George Frideric Handel, Kathleen Ferrier, Phyllis Spurr
A soft day, Op. 140, No. 3Charles Villiers Stanford, Kathleen Ferrier, Frederick Stone
Go not, happy dayFrank Bridge, Kathleen Ferrier, Frederick Stone
Come you not from Newcastle?Traditional, Kathleen Ferrier, Frederick Stone
The Keel RowTraditional, Kathleen Ferrier, Phyllis Spurr
Ma Bonny Lad (Northumbrian Folk Song)Traditional, Kathleen Ferrier, Phyllis Spurr
Kitty my loveTraditional, Kathleen Ferrier, Frederick Stone
Blow the Wind SoutherlyTraditional, Kathleen Ferrier
Ye Banks And BraesTraditional, Kathleen Ferrier, Phyllis Spurr
I Have A Bonnet Trimmed With BlueTraditional, Kathleen Ferrier, Phyllis Spurr
Down by the Sally GardensTraditional, Kathleen Ferrier, Phyllis Spurr
The Stuttering LoversTraditional, Kathleen Ferrier, Phyllis Spurr
Drink To Me Only With Thine EyesTraditional, Kathleen Ferrier, Phyllis Spurr
The Fairy Queen - Act 5: Hark! The Echoing AirHenry Purcell, Kathleen Ferrier, Phyllis Spurr
Judas Maccabaeus, HWV 63: Father of HeavenGeorge Frideric Handel, Kathleen Ferrier, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 1: 8. O thou that tellest good tidings to ZionGeorge Frideric Handel, Kathleen Ferrier, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Messiah, HWV 56 / Pt. 2: 21. Air: He was despisedGeorge Frideric Handel, Kathleen Ferrier, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
St Matthew Passion, BWV 244 (Ed. Elgar/Atkins), Pt. 1: Have Mercy, Lord on MeJohann Sebastian Bach, Kathleen Ferrier, David Mccullum, The National Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232: Agnus DeiJohann Sebastian Bach, Kathleen Ferrier, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Johannes-Passion, BWV 245 / Pt. 2: Aria "All is fulfilled"Johann Sebastian Bach, Kathleen Ferrier, Ambrose Gauntlett, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Adrian Boult
Du bist die Ruh', D.776 (Op.59/3)Franz Schubert, Kathleen Ferrier, Bruno Walter
Rosamunde, D.797: Romance: "Der Vollmond strahlt auf Bergeshöh'n"Franz Schubert, Kathleen Ferrier, Bruno Walter
Rückert Lieder: Ich bin der Welt abhanden gekommenGustav Mahler, Kathleen Ferrier, Wiener Philharmoniker, Bruno Walter
Rückert Lieder: Ich atmet' einen linden DuftGustav Mahler, Kathleen Ferrier, Wiener Philharmoniker, Bruno Walter
Rückert Lieder: Um MitternachtGustav Mahler, Kathleen Ferrier, Wiener Philharmoniker, Bruno Walter
Kathleen Ferrier, the renowned English contralto, captivated audiences worldwide with her powerful and emotive voice. Born Kathleen Mary Ferrier, she seamlessly blended folksongs and popular ballads with classical masterpieces by composers such as Bach, Brahms, Mahler, and Elgar. Her versatility shone on stage, in concert halls, and through her recordings, earning her an international reputation. Tragically, her career was cut short by cancer, but her legacy endures, continuing to inspire and move fans of opera and classical music alike.
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