Jessye Norman - Jessye Norman Complete Studio Recitals - Philips - Import 42CD+3DVD Box set Limited Edition

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Jessye Norman

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The "Unsung Diva" Celebrates the Life and Recordings of a Dignified Soprano 42 CD + 3 DVD Box Set2019 The world lost one of the richest talents of all time, the majestic and radiant American soprano Jessye Norman, and many fans were saddened by the loss of one of the richest talents of all time, the majestic and radiant American soprano Jessye Norman, who was Many fans were saddened by the loss of one of the richest talents the world has ever known. The one and only, Norman was a major presence on stage and in the studio. His special singing ability is unquestionable, but he is especially famous for his performance of "Amazing Grace" at the 1995 Kennedy Center Honors Concert, which brought actor Sidney Poitier to tears. Now, with the cooperation of Norman's family, Decca is releasing a complete collection of Norman's studio recitals. The collection includes solo recitals, chant & Negro spirituals, orchestral accompaniment songs, live recitals, and Christmas music recorded for Decca, Philips, and Deutsche Grammophon. Includes some of Norman's favorites, such as music by Michel Legrand. 42 CD + 3 DVD box set. Limited edition. From classics like R. Strauss' "The Four Last Songs" with Kurt Masur, "Isolde's Love Death" with Herbert von Karajan, Schoenberg's "Gule Song" with Seiji Ozawa, to performances with legendary composer, conductor & pianist John Williams, and and a collection of Negro spirituals with Kathleen Battle, among many others. The set includes three DVDs. DVD 1 is a collection of Handel, Schubert, and Schumann songs, recorded live at the 1987 Hoenemus Festival, and available on DVD for the first time. DVD 2" features two Christmas concerts, one at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris and the other at Ely Cathedral in England. It includes Christmas carols, Negro spirituals, and works by Handel, Bach, and others. DVD 3 is a documentary about Norman's public and private life, set against the backdrop of the picturesque gardens of Marrakech. Filming is by German filmmaker André Heller.The 120-page booklet includes interviews with Norman about his childhood, family, collaborators, repertoire, and dreams, as well as stage footage of many of the songs that have become synonymous with Norman, including Mozart, R. Strauss, Ravel, Schumann, and Schubert. Liner notes by George Hall, as well as memoirs and tributes from friends, former colleagues, producers, and others. In original jacket. Please be aware that some of the recordings may have been omitted from the product, even though it is claimed to be a complete collection of recordings. Universal Music/IMS