Immerse yourself in the majestic world of Jean-Baptiste Lully's 'Lully: Armide, LWV 71', a sublime opera that showcases the composer's mastery of the genre. Released on 3 February 2023 by Warner Classics, this magnificent album is a testament to Lully's innovative spirit and artistic genius.
With a duration of 1 hour and 52 minutes, 'Lully: Armide, LWV 71' is a sweeping epic that transports you to a realm of beauty and drama. The album features a stunning array of tracks, each one a meticulously crafted gem that highlights Lully's skill in weaving together intricate melodies and harmonies.
From the opening notes of the Prologue, it is clear that 'Lully: Armide, LWV 71' is a work of profound depth and emotion. The opera's themes of love, power, and betrayal are expertly woven throughout the album, creating a rich tapestry of sound that is both captivating and haunting.
Throughout the album, Lully's music is brought to life by a talented cast of performers, who breathe passion and nuance into every note. The result is an album that is at once a thrilling theatrical experience and a deeply personal exploration of the human condition.
With 'Lully: Armide, LWV 71', Jean-Baptiste Lully cements his reputation as one of the most visionary composers of his era. This album is a must-listen for fans of opera and classical music, and a powerful introduction to Lully's work for newcomers. So sit back, relax, and let the beauty of 'Lully: Armide, LWV 71' wash over you.
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Prologue: OvertureJean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Prologue: "Tout doit céder dans l'Univers" (La Gloire, La Sagesse)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Danièle Borst, Greta de Reyghere, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Prologue: Entrée - "Suivons notre héros" (La Sagesse, La Gloire)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Danièle Borst, Greta de Reyghere, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Prologue: "Chantons la douceur de ses lois" (La Gloire, La Sagesse, Chœur)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Danièle Borst, Greta de Reyghere, La Chapelle Royale, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Prologue: Entrée - "Que dans le temple de mémoire" (Chœur)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, La Chapelle Royale, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 1: "Dans un jour de triomphe" (Armide, Phénice, Sidonie)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Danièle Borst, Rachel Yakar, Suzanne Gari, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 1: "Armide, que le sang qui m'unit avec vous" (Hidraot, Armide, Phénice, Sidonie)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Danièle Borst, Rachel Yakar, Suzanne Gari, Ulrich Cold, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 1: "Armide est encor plus aimable" (Hidraot, Chœur, Phénice, Sidonie)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Danièle Borst, La Chapelle Royale, Suzanne Gari, Ulrich Cold, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 1: "Ô ciel ! Ô disgrâce cruelle !" (Aronte, Hidraot, Armide, Chœur)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, La Chapelle Royale, Rachel Yakar, Ulrich Cold, Ulrich Studer, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 2: "Invincible héros, c'est par votre courage" (Artémidore, Renaud)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Martin Egel, Zeger Vandersteene, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 2: "Arrêtons-nous ici, c'est dans ce lieu fatal" (Hidraot, Armide)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Rachel Yakar, Ulrich Cold, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 2: "Plus j'observe ces lieux et plus je les admire" (Renaud)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Zeger Vandersteene, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 2: "Au temps heureux où l'on sait plaire" (Une nymphe des eaux, Chœur)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Greta de Reyghere, La Chapelle Royale, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 2: "On s'étonnerait moins que la saison nouvelle" (Une bergère héroïque)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Isabelle Poulenard, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 2: "Ah ! Quelle erreur ! Quelle folie !" (Chœur)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, La Chapelle Royale, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 2: "Enfin, il est en ma puissance" (Armide)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Rachel Yakar, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 3: "Ah ! Si la liberté me doit être ravie" (Armide)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Rachel Yakar, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 3: "Que ne peut point votre art ?" (Armide, Phénice, Sidonie)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Danièle Borst, Rachel Yakar, Suzanne Gari, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 3: "Venez, venez, haine implacable" (Armide)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Rachel Yakar, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 3: "Je réponds à tes vœux" (La Haine, Chœur, Armide)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, La Chapelle Royale, Rachel Yakar, Ulrich Studer, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 5: "Armide, vous m'allez quitter !" (Renaud, Armide)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Rachel Yakar, Zeger Vandersteene, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 5: Passacaille. "Les plaisirs ont choisi pour asile" (Un amant fortuné, Chœur, Renaud)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Guy de Mey, La Chapelle Royale, Zeger Vandersteene, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 5: "Il est seul, profitons d'un temps si précieux" (Renaud, Ubalde, Le Chevalier danois)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Guy de Mey, Martin Egel, Zeger Vandersteene, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 5: "Renaud ? Ciel ! Ô mortelle peine ! " (Armide, Renaud, Ubalde, Le Chevalier danois)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Guy de Mey, Martin Egel, Rachel Yakar, Zeger Vandersteene, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Lully: Armide, LWV 71, Act 5: "Le perfide Renaud me fuit" (Armide)Jean-Baptiste Lully, Philippe Herreweghe, Rachel Yakar, Ensemble instrumental de la Chapelle royale
Jean-Baptiste Lully, born Giovanni Battista Lulli in Florence, Italy, was a towering figure in the world of French Baroque music. His journey from humble Italian beginnings to becoming the preeminent composer and musician at the court of Louis XIV is a testament to his extraordinary talent and ambition. Lully's mastery extended beyond composition to include virtuoso violin playing and dancing, making him a versatile and captivating performer. He is best known for his operas and collaborations with the renowned playwright Molière, creating iconic comédie-ballets such as "Le Bourgeois gentilhomme." Lully's influence was so profound that his musical style was emulated across Europe. Despite his tragic death from gangrene, stemming from a self-inflicted injury while conducting, his legacy endures as the founder of French opera and a master of the French Baroque style.
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