Berio, Luciano (1925-2003) - Berio to Sing : Richardot(Ms)Jourdain / Les Cris de Paris - Import CD

Credits:

Foresti, Sergio

Description:

Exciting creativity that is still full of novelty and beauty to be handled with care! The song, the words, and the music of Berio are beautifully embodied by the remarkable Ricciardi! Lucille Ricciardeau, a captivating mezzo who has performed as a soloist in a variety of productions, including Gardiner's 2019 live performance of Semele, as well as with the Pygmalion (Pichon) and Ensemble Correspondances (Doce) choral groups, takes on the challenge of singing the "modern classic" Berio. With her astonishingly well-honed singing, she approaches the heart of Berio's music. By reconsidering the fundamentals of the act of "singing," she has spun out a novel beauty that has the power to astonish the listener. Please enjoy these timeless masterpieces filled with bold playfulness, exhilarating colors, and luxurious enjoyment. The "Sequenza" series, written for various solo instruments, is Berio's masterpiece that is like an encyclopedia of modern techniques. The third piece for female voice makes full use of every possible vocal technique and demands the ultimate in technique and expression from the singer.The "London Peddler's Voice," with its medieval feel and complex ensemble; "Oh, King," a truncated version of the same music as the second part of "Sinfonia" (instrumental music is also skillful!); and "Without Verses," a prototypical song, are also perilously interesting and stimulating. ), and "Without Verses," a prototypical song, is also very interesting and stimulating. The collection also includes "Folk Songs," an emotional song with lyrics from many countries, an unusual arrangement of the Beatles, and "And If I Were a Fish," a beautifully simple piece that Berio left the year before his death. The ability to tastefully weave together the nostalgia and warmth of tonal music is another fascinating aspect of Berio's music. In addition to the lyrics, the booklet includes an interview with Berio conducted by Jourdan. This is a witty creation, since "collage" is an important keyword in describing Berio's music, and Jourdain has made his own collage of words left by Berio. King International

Tracklisting:

1.Sequenza III pour voix de femme
2.Cries of London pour huit voix~I. These Are the Cries of London Town
3.Cries of London pour huit voix~II. Where Are Ye Fair Maids
4.Cries of London pour huit voix~III. Garlic, Good Garlic
5.Cries of London pour huit voix~IV. These Are the Cries of London Town
6.Cries of London pour huit voix~V. These Are the Cries of London Town
7.Cries of London pour huit voix~VI. Money, Penny Come to Me
8.Cries of London pour huit voix~VII. Come (Buy Some Old Cry to Me) [Cry of Cries]
9.O King pour voix et cinq instruments
10.Folk Songs pour mezzo-soprano et sept instruments~Black Is the Colour (USA)
11.Folk Songs pour mezzo-soprano et sept instruments~I Wonder As I Wander (USA)
12.Folk Songs pour mezzo-soprano et sept instruments~Loosin Yelav (Armenie)
13.Folk Songs pour mezzo-soprano et sept instruments~Rossignolet du bois (France)
14.Folk Songs pour mezzo-soprano et sept instruments~A la Femminisca (Sicile)
15.Folk Songs pour mezzo-soprano et sept instruments~La Donna Ideale (Italie)
16.Folk Songs pour mezzo-soprano et sept instruments~Ballo (Italie)
17.Folk Songs pour mezzo-soprano et sept instruments~Motettu de Tristura (Sardaigne)
18.Folk Songs pour mezzo-soprano et sept instruments~Malurous qu'o uno Fenno (Auvergne)
19.Folk Songs pour mezzo-soprano et sept instruments~Lo Fiolaire (Auvergne)
20.Folk Songs pour mezzo-soprano et sept instruments~Azerbaijan Love Song (Azerbaidjan & chanson sovietique)
21.Michelle II pour mezzo-soprano et flute, clarinette, harpe, violon, alto, violoncelel, contrebasse
22.There Is No Tune pour ch?ur de chambre
23.E si fussi pisci chanson de'amour sicilienne, pour ch?ur mixte a cappella