Dive into the enchanting world of Igor Stravinsky's "Stravinsky: Le rossignol," a timeless classical masterpiece released in 1955 under the BNF Collection label. This neoclassical orchestral work, spanning 47 minutes, is a captivating retelling of Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale "The Nightingale." Stravinsky's composition is a symphony of vivid imagery and intricate melodies, bringing to life the tale of a nightingale whose song captivates an emperor and saves his life.
The album unfolds in three acts, each brimming with distinct characters and scenes, from the hauntingly beautiful "Nocturnal Scene, by the Sea Shore" to the dramatic "Chinese March" and the poignant "Song of the Nightingale." Stravinsky's innovative use of orchestration and his signature rhythmic complexity make this piece a standout in his illustrious career. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Stravinsky: Le rossignol" offers a rich and immersive listening experience that showcases the brilliance of one of the 20th century's most influential composers.
The Nightingale: Introduction. Nocturnal Scene, by the Sea Shore (Choir)Igor Stravinsky, French National Radio Orchestra, André Cluytens, Chœurs de la Radiodiffusion française
The Nightingale, Act I: "Porté au vent, tombant au loin" (Fisherman)Igor Stravinsky, French National Radio Orchestra, André Cluytens, Jean Giraudeau
The Nightingale, Act I: "Ah ! Quand du ciel tomba la rayonnante étoile..." (Nightingale, Fisherman)Igor Stravinsky, French National Radio Orchestra, André Cluytens, Janine Micheau, Jean Giraudeau
The Nightingale, Act I: "Voici l'endroit" (Cook, Chamberlain, Bonze, Courtiers, Nightingale)Igor Stravinsky, French National Radio Orchestra, André Cluytens, Genevieve Moizan, Michel Roux, Bernard Cottret, Chœurs de la Radiodiffusion française, Janine Micheau
The Nightingale, Act I: "Ailes et voix l'esprit donna" (Fisherman)Igor Stravinsky, French National Radio Orchestra, André Cluytens, Jean Giraudeau
The Nightingale, Act II: "Entracte. Breezes. "Des feux, bien vite illuminez"" (Choir, Soprano, Tenor, Alto, Cook, Chamberlain)Igor Stravinsky, French National Radio Orchestra, André Cluytens, Chœurs de la Radiodiffusion française, Claudine Collart, Jospeh Peyron, Christiane Gayraud, Genevieve Moizan, Michel Roux
The Nightingale, Act II: Chinese March - "Ô maître magnanime" (Chamberlain)Igor Stravinsky, French National Radio Orchestra, André Cluytens, Michel Roux
The Nightingale, Act II: Song of the Nightingale. "Ah, joie, emplis mon cœur" (Nightingale)Igor Stravinsky, French National Radio Orchestra, André Cluytens, Janine Micheau
The Nightingale, Act II: "Quel chant délicieux !" (Emperor, Nightingale, Courtiers, Chamberlain, Japanese Envoys)Igor Stravinsky, French National Radio Orchestra, André Cluytens, Lucien Lovano, Janine Micheau, Chœurs de la Radiodiffusion française, Michel Roux, Jospeh Peyron, Camille Maurane, Jean Giraudeau
The Nightingale, Act II: Performance of the Mechanical Nightingale - "Psst, psst, tui, tui..." (Courtiers, Emperor, Chamberlain)Igor Stravinsky, French National Radio Orchestra, André Cluytens, Chœurs de la Radiodiffusion française, Lucien Lovano, Michel Roux
The Nightingale, Act II: "Voilant de brume astres et cieux" (Fisherman)Igor Stravinsky, French National Radio Orchestra, André Cluytens, Jean Giraudeau
The Nightingale, Act III: Introduction - "Vois-nous rassemblés" (Spectres, Emperor, Nightingale)Igor Stravinsky, French National Radio Orchestra, André Cluytens, Chœurs de la Radiodiffusion française, Lucien Lovano, Janine Micheau
The Nightingale, Act III: "La nuit fait place à l'aurore" (Nightingale, Emperor)Igor Stravinsky, French National Radio Orchestra, André Cluytens, Janine Micheau, Lucien Lovano
The Nightingale, Act III: "Ah, j'aime à t'écouter" (Death, Nightingale)Igor Stravinsky, French National Radio Orchestra, André Cluytens, Christiane Gayraud, Janine Micheau
The Nightingale, Act III: "Les morts en paix y dorment" (Nightingale, Emperor)Igor Stravinsky, French National Radio Orchestra, André Cluytens, Janine Micheau, Lucien Lovano
The Nightingale, Act III: Solemn Procession - "Le clair soleil chasse la nuit" (Emperor, Fisherman)Igor Stravinsky, French National Radio Orchestra, André Cluytens, Lucien Lovano, Jean Giraudeau
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