"Pushkin Songs" by Nicolai Gedda is a captivating journey through the world of classical and operatic music, released on April 1, 2012, under the Bluebell label. This album is a testament to Nicolai Gedda's remarkable vocal prowess and his deep connection with the poetic works of Alexander Pushkin. Spanning a duration of 58 minutes, the album features a collection of 25 songs that beautifully blend the genres of opera and classical music.
The album opens with "Zimniy vecher (Winter Evening)," setting a serene and introspective tone that carries throughout the collection. Each track is a masterful interpretation of Pushkin's verses, brought to life by Gedda's expressive tenor. Notable pieces include "Meri (Mary)," "Ne sprashivay, zachem (Do not ask why)," and "Adel' (Adele)," each showcasing Gedda's ability to convey a range of emotions through his voice.
"Pushkin Songs" is not just a collection of songs but a celebration of the timeless poetry of Pushkin, set to music that resonates with both classical aficionados and opera enthusiasts. The album features collaborations with talented artists, including Eva Pataki, adding depth and richness to the overall listening experience. Whether you are a fan of Nicolai Gedda's work or a lover of classical music, this album offers a profound and enriching experience.
2012 Bluebell2012 Bluebell
Tracks
Zimniy vecher (Winter Evening)Mikhail Luk'yanovich Yakovlev, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
Meri (Mary)Alexander Varlamov, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
Ne sprashivay, zachem (Do not ask why)Alexander Dargomyzhsky, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
Sleza (A Tear)Alexander Dargomyzhsky, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
Adel' (Adele)Mikhail Glinka, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
V krovi gorit ogon zhelanya (The fire of longing burns in my heart)Mikhail Glinka, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
Ya pomnyu chudnoye mgnoven'ye (I recall a wonderful moment)Mikhail Glinka, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
Ne poy, krasavitsa, pri mne (Sing not, thou beauty, in my presence)Mikhail Glinka, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
Ya zdes', Inezil'ya (I am here, Inezilla)Mikhail Glinka, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
Chornaya shal' (The Black Shawl)Alexey Verstovsky, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
20 Songs: No. 19. Gruzinskaya pesnya (Georgian song)Mily Balakirev, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
Dlya beregov otchizni dal'noy (For the Shores of thy Far Native Land)Alexander Borodin, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
25 Poems, Op. 57: No. 2. Yesli zhizn tebya obmanet (If Life Deceives You)César Cui, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
7 Poems, Op. 33: No. 4. Sozhennoe pismo (The Burnt Letter)César Cui, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
25 Poems, Op. 57: No. 18. Bezumnych let ugassheye veselye (The Joy of My Wild Years)César Cui, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
Noch' (Night): Noch (Night)Modest Mussorgsky, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
4 Songs, Op. 42: No. 3. Redeyet oblakov letuchaya gryada (The clouds begin to scatter)Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
4 Songs, Op. 27: No. 3. Ti i vi (Thou and you)Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
4 Songs, Op. 3: No. 4. Na kholmakh Gruzii (Upon the Georgian Hills)Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
14 Songs, Op. 34: No. 1. Muza (The Muse)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
6 Songs, Op. 4: No. 4. Ne poy, krasavitsa, pri mne (Sing not to me, beautiful maiden)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
3 Romances, Op. 73: No. 3. V tvoyu svetlitsu (In your Brightness)Sergei Prokofiev, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
4 Romances, Op. 46: No. 2. Yunoshu gorko rydaya (Weeping Bitterly, a Jealous Maid Reproached a Young Man)Dmitri Shostakovich, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
6 Melodies, Op. 60: No. 1. Zastol'naya Pesnya (The Grace Cup)Alexander Glazunov, Nicolai Gedda, Eva Pataki
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