Experience the enchanting vocals of the renowned soprano Kiri Te Kanawa in this captivating collection of operatic arias and classical songs. Released in 2004 under Warner Classics International, this album showcases Te Kanawa's remarkable range and artistry, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 12 minutes. The tracklist is a delightful mix of beloved opera arias and timeless classics, featuring works by Puccini, Mozart, Wagner, and Michel Legrand, among others. Highlights include Puccini's "O mio babbino caro" from "Gianni Schicchi," Mozart's "Come scoglio immoto resta" from "Così fan tutte," and Wagner's powerful arias from "Tannhäuser." The album also includes enchanting pieces like "The Windmills of Your Mind" and traditional carols, arranged by Cullen. Whether you're a longtime fan of Kiri Te Kanawa or new to her work, this album is a wonderful addition to any classical music collection.
Puccini : Gianni Schicchi : Act 1 "O mio babbino caro" [Lauretta]Giacomo Puccini, Kiri Te Kanawa, Kent Nagano, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon
Puccini: Tosca, Act 2: "Vissi d'arte" (Tosca)Giacomo Puccini, Kiri Te Kanawa, Kent Nagano, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon
Puccini: Madama Butterfly, Act 2: "Un bel di" [Butterfly]Giacomo Puccini, Kiri Te Kanawa, Kent Nagano, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon
Mozart: Così fan tutte, K. 588, Act 1: "Come scoglio immoto resta" (Fiordiligi)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Kiri Te Kanawa, Alain Lombard, Orchestre Philharmonique De Strasbourg
Wagner : Tannhäuser : Act 1 "Dich, teure Halle, grüss' ich wieder" [Elisabeth]Richard Wagner, Kiri Te Kanawa, Marek Janowski, Philharmonia Orchestra
Wagner : Tannhäuser : Act 3 "Allmächt'ge Jungfrau, hör mein Flehen" [Elisabeth]Richard Wagner, Kiri Te Kanawa, Marek Janowski, Philharmonia Orchestra
Puccini : "Morire?"Giacomo Puccini, Kiri Te Kanawa
Puccini : "Canto d'anime"Giacomo Puccini, Kiri Te Kanawa
Legrand : MagicMichel Legrand, Kiri Te Kanawa, London Studio Orchestra
Legrand : The Windmills of your MindMichel Legrand, Kiri Te Kanawa, London Studio Orchestra
Anonymous / Arr. Cullen: Coventry CarolAnonymous, Kiri Te Kanawa, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic, Robin Stapleton
Anonymous / Arr. Cullen: There Is No Rose of Such VirtueAnonymous, Kiri Te Kanawa, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic, Robin Stapleton
Traditional / Arr. Cullen: The Virgin Mary Had a Baby BoyTraditional, Kiri Te Kanawa, Michael George, Coventry Cathedral Choir, Lichfield Cathedral Choir, BBC Philharmonic, Robin Stapleton
Legrand : "Blue, green, grey and gone"Michel Legrand, Kiri Te Kanawa
Legrand : "What are you doing the rest of your life?"Michel Legrand, Kiri Te Kanawa, London Studio Orchestra
Puccini: La rondine, Act 1: "Chi il bel sogno di Doretta" (Magda)Giacomo Puccini, Kiri Te Kanawa, Kent Nagano, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon
Puccini: Turandot, Act 1: "Signore ascolta!" (Liù)Giacomo Puccini, Kiri Te Kanawa, Kent Nagano, Orchestre de l'Opéra de Lyon
Puccini : "Sole e amore"Giacomo Puccini, Kiri Te Kanawa
Puccini : La Bohème : Act 1 "Si. Mi chiamano Mimi" [Mimi]Giacomo Puccini, Kent Nagano, London Symphony Orchestra
Puccini : La Bohème : Act 1 "O soave fanciulla" [Mimi]Giacomo Puccini, Kent Nagano, London Symphony Orchestra
Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, the celebrated New Zealand soprano, captivated global audiences with her rich, mellow yet vibrant soprano voice, making her one of the most renowned opera stars of the modern era. Born in New Zealand, Te Kanawa's international breakthrough came in 1971 when she mesmerized audiences as the Countess in Mozart's "Le nozze di Figaro" at the Royal Opera House in London. Her repertoire, particularly her interpretations of Mozart and Richard Strauss, showcased her exceptional vocal range and emotional depth. Beyond her operatic achievements, Te Kanawa's fame extended to singing at the wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer and her diverse repertoire, which included everything from Gershwin to Maori folk songs. Her legacy continues through the Kiri Te Kanawa Foundation, which supports and mentors young New Zealand classical singers, ensuring her artistic spirit endures for future generations.
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