Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of classical choral music with the Roger Wagner Chorale's "Starlight Chorale," released on January 1, 1959, under the BNF Collection label. This exquisite compilation showcases the Chorale's mastery of choral performance, featuring iconic choruses from some of the most celebrated operas in history. Spanning a concise yet impactful 34 minutes, the album brings together a diverse range of compositions, from Bizet's "Carmen" to Puccini's "Madama Butterfly," each piece meticulously rendered to highlight the ensemble's harmonic precision and expressive depth. The Roger Wagner Chorale, renowned for their rich, resonant sound, delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply moving. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado of choral music or a newcomer eager to explore its grandeur, "Starlight Chorale" offers a captivating journey through the world of operatic choruses, making it a standout addition to any music collection.
Carmen, Act IV, Scene 1: "Les voici! les voici!" (Chœur)Georges Bizet, Roger Wagner, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, Roger Wagner Chorale
Tannhäuser, Act III, Scene 1: "Beglückt darf nun dich" (Chœur)Richard Wagner, Roger Wagner, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, Roger Wagner Chorale
Aïda, Act II, Scene 2: "Gloria all'Egitto" - Triumphal March (Choeur)Giuseppe Verdi, Roger Wagner, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, Roger Wagner Chorale
Il trovatore, Act II, Scene 1: Gypsy Chorus. "Vedi! Le fosche notturne spoglie" (Choeur)Giuseppe Verdi, Roger Wagner, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, Roger Wagner Chorale
Lohengrin, Act III, Scene 1: Bridal Chorus. "Treulich geführt" (Chœur)Richard Wagner, Roger Wagner, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, Roger Wagner Chorale
Faust, Act II, Scene 5: "Ainsi que la brise légère" (Chœur)Charles Gounod, Roger Wagner, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, Roger Wagner Chorale
Madama Butterfly, Act II: Coro a bocca chiusa (Choeur)Giacomo Puccini, Roger Wagner, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, Roger Wagner Chorale
Faust, Act IV, Scene 4: "Gloire immortelle de nos aïeux" (Choeur)Charles Gounod, Roger Wagner, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, Roger Wagner Chorale
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