Dive into the enchanting world of Catherine Bott with this captivating album, a testament to her remarkable versatility and artistry. Released on September 2, 2001, under the Decca Music Group Ltd. label, this collection spans a rich tapestry of genres, primarily focusing on opera and medieval music, showcasing Catherine Bott's extraordinary vocal range and interpretive depth.
The album kicks off with a selection of medieval pieces, including the hauntingly beautiful "Cantigas de Santa Maria" and the lively "Carmina Burana," demonstrating Bott's ability to navigate the intricacies of early music with ease. The collection then seamlessly transitions into baroque masterpieces, featuring works by Monteverdi and Handel, highlighting her prowess in the opera genre. Notable tracks include arias from "L'Orfeo" and "Venus & Adonis," as well as the iconic "Dido's Lament" from "Dido and Aeneas."
Bott's interpretation of Bach's "Christmas Oratorio" adds a touch of sacred beauty to the album, while her rendition of modern compositions like "Let all be gay" and "I burn, my brain consumes to ashes" showcases her adaptability and contemporary appeal. The album concludes with a powerful performance from "The Indian Queen," leaving the listener with a sense of awe and admiration for Bott's extraordinary talent.
With a duration of just over an hour and eight minutes, this album is a treasure trove of musical delights, offering a unique blend of historical and contemporary pieces that cater to a wide range of musical tastes. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this collection is sure to captivate and inspire.
Cantigas de Santa Maria: Non e gran causaAlfonso X El Sabio, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Der Mai mit lieber zalOswald von Wolkenstein, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Onques n'amai tant que jou fui ameeRichart de Fournival, Catherine Bott
Carmina Burana (13th c. Bavarian Manuscript): Axe Phebus aureoAnonymous, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Con le stelle in ciel che maiBiagio Marini, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Se l'aura spira tutta vezzosa: ariaGirolamo Frescobaldi, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
L'Orfeo - Prologo: Ritornello-Dal mio Permesso amatoClaudio Monteverdi, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Venus & Adonis - Ed. Bruce Wood for the Early English Opera Society - Act 3: Adonis, AdonisJohn Blow, Catherine Bott, Michael George, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Christmas Oratorio, BWV 248 - Part Three - For the third Day of Christmas: No. 29 Duett (Sopran, Baß): "Herr, dein Mitleid, dein Erbarmen"Johann Sebastian Bach, Catherine Bott, Michael George, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Introduzione al Dixit Dominus, R.635 - Ed. Michael Talbot: 1. Aria: Ascende laetaAntonio Vivaldi, Catherine Bott, New London Consort, Philip Pickett
Let all be gayJohn Eccles, Catherine Bott, David Roblou, Mark Levy
I burn, my brain consumes to ashesJohn Eccles, Catherine Bott, David Roblou, Paula Chateauneuf, Anthony Pleeth
Cease of Cupid to complainJohn Eccles, Catherine Bott, Paula Chateauneuf, Tom Finucane
The Indian Queen, Z. 630 - Ed A. Pinnock, M. Laurie / Act 4: They Tell Us That Your Mighty PowersHenry Purcell, Catherine Bott, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
Dido and Aeneas, Z.626 / Act 3: Thy Hand, Belinda...When I am Laid...With Drooping WingsHenry Purcell, Catherine Bott, The Academy Of Ancient Music Chorus, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
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