Experience the enchanting vocal prowess of Philippe Jaroussky, one of the most celebrated countertenors of his generation, with his extraordinary double album, "La voix des rêves." Released in 2012, this captivating collection spans over two hours and twenty-nine minutes, featuring a diverse array of operatic and classical pieces performed by Jaroussky over a decade of his illustrious career. The album is a testament to his versatility and mastery, showcasing his ability to breathe life into compositions from the Baroque era to the romantic period.
"La voix des rêves" is a treasure trove of 32 exquisite tracks, each a gem in its own right. From the hauntingly beautiful arias of Handel and Vivaldi to the poignant works of Bach and Fauré, Jaroussky's voice soars with unparalleled grace and precision. The album includes iconic pieces such as "Ombra mai fù" from Handel's "Serse," "Pur ti miro" from Monteverdi's "L'incoronazione di Poppea," and the serene "Pie Jesu" from Fauré's "Requiem." Each performance is a masterclass in vocal control and expressive depth, highlighting Jaroussky's unique ability to convey the essence of each composition.
Accompanied by the Concerto Köln, Jaroussky's renditions are brought to life with authentic period instrumentation, adding an extra layer of richness and authenticity to the recordings. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "La voix des rêves" offers a compelling journey through the world of opera and classical music, showcasing the timeless beauty of these masterpieces through the lens of one of today's most gifted vocalists.
Vivaldi: Tito Manlio, RV 738: "Vanne perdida va...Frà le procelle" (Lucio)Antonio Vivaldi, Philippe Jaroussky, Ensemble Matheus, Jean-Christophe Spinosi
Handel: Ariodante, HWV 33, Act 2: Aria. "Scherza infida!" (Ariodante)George Frideric Handel, Philippe Jaroussky, Le Concert d'Astrée, Emmanuelle Haïm
Vivaldi: Ercole, sul Termodonte, RV 710: "Per sì bella speranza...Sento con qual diletto" (Alceste)Antonio Vivaldi, Philippe Jaroussky, Europa Galante, Fabio Biondi
Caldara: Ifigenia in Aulide, Act 1: "Tutto fa nocciero" (Aquiles)Antonio Caldara, Philippe Jaroussky, Emmanuelle Haïm, Concerto Köln
Porpora: Siface, Act 1: "Tu che d'ardire m'accendi" (Erminio)Nicola Porpora, Philippe Jaroussky, Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Concert d'Astrée
Vivaldi: Pianti, sospiri e demandar mercede, RV 676: "Cor ingrato dispietato"Antonio Vivaldi, Philippe Jaroussky, Ensemble Artaserse
Bassani: In caligine umbrosa: IV. Ardendo suspiro... Jam gratae memoriaeGiovanni Battista Bassani, Philippe Jaroussky, Jean Tubéry, La Fenice
Bach, JC: "Ebben si vada... lo ti lascio" - Rondo: lo ti lascioJohann Christian Bach, Philippe Jaroussky, Jérémie Rhorer, Le Cercle De L'Harmonie
Trad: Ninna nanna alla Napoletana (Napoletana)Anonymous, Philippe Jaroussky, Christina Pluhar, L'Arpeggiata
Hahn: A Chloris: "S'il est vrai, Chloris, que tu m'aimes" (Très lent)Reynaldo Hahn, Philippe Jaroussky, Jerome Ducros
Chaminade: Sombrero (1894)Cécile Chaminade, Philippe Jaroussky, Jerome Ducros
Lekeu: 3 poèmes: No. 1, Sur une tombeGuillaume Lekeu, Philippe Jaroussky
Piazzolla: Los pájaros perdidosAstor Piazzolla, Christina Pluhar, L'Arpeggiata, Philippe Jaroussky
Fauré: Requiem, Op. 48: IV. Pie JesuGabriel Fauré, Paavo Järvi, Philippe Jaroussky, Orchestre de Paris
Rossi: Orfeo, Act 1: "Lasciate Averno" (Orfeo)Luigi Rossi, Philippe Jaroussky, Christina Pluhar, L'Arpeggiata
Handel: Serse, HWV 40, Act 1, Scene 1: Accompagnato. "Frondi tenere" - Arioso. "Ombra mai fù" (Serse)George Frideric Handel, Philippe Jaroussky, I Barocchisti, Diego Fasolis
Vivaldi: Giustino, RV 717, Act 1: "Vedrò con mio diletto" (Anastasio)Antonio Vivaldi, Philippe Jaroussky, Ensemble Matheus, Jean-Christophe Spinosi
Handel: Rinaldo, HWV 7, Act 1: Aria. "Venti, turbini, prestate" (Rinaldo)George Frideric Handel, Philippe Jaroussky, I Barocchisti, Diego Fasolis
Bononcini: Chi d'Amor tra le catene: "Chi d'amor"Giovanni Bononcini, Philippe Jaroussky, Les Arts Florissants, Max Emanuel Cenčić, William Christie
Handel: Alcina, HWV 34, Act 2, Scene 3: Recitativo. "Chi scopre al mio pensiero" - Aria. "Mi lusinga il dolce affetto" (Ruggiero)George Frideric Handel, Philippe Jaroussky, Le Concert d'Astrée, Emmanuelle Haïm
Caldara: Adriano in Siria, Act 2: "Tutti nemici e rei" (Adriano)Antonio Caldara, Philippe Jaroussky, Emmanuelle Haïm, Concerto Köln
Vivaldi: Tieteberga, RV 737: "Sento in seno ch'in pioggia di lagrime" (Lotario)Antonio Vivaldi, Philippe Jaroussky, Ensemble Matheus, Jean-Christophe Spinosi
Purcell: Oedipus, Z. 583: No. 2, Song. "Music for a While"Henry Purcell, Philippe Jaroussky, I Barrochisti, Diego Fasolis
Gluck, Bach, JC: Orfeo ed Euridice, T. 234: "La legge accetto, o Dei"Christoph Willibald Gluck, Johann Christian Bach, Philippe Jaroussky, Jérémie Rhorer, Le Cercle De L'Harmonie
Bach, J.C.: "Sentimi non partir...Al mio bène", W.LG4Johann Christian Bach, Philippe Jaroussky, Jérémie Rhorer, Le Cercle De L'Harmonie
Monteverdi: Selva morale e spirituale, SV252 - 288: Laudate DominumClaudio Monteverdi, Philippe Jaroussky, Christina Pluhar, L'Arpeggiata
Sances: Stabat Mater: O quam tristisGiovanni Felice Sances, Philippe Jaroussky, Ensemble Artaserse
Mattioli, Andrea: Harmonia Sacra: No. 22, Ave Regina coelorum, a 2Andrea Mattioli, Philippe Jaroussky
Monteverdi: L'incoronazione di Poppea, SV 308, Act 3: "Pur ti miro" (Nerone, Poppea)Claudio Monteverdi, Philippe Jaroussky, L'Arpeggiata, Núria Rial, Christina Pluhar