Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Claudio Monteverdi's "Teatro d'amore," a captivating collection of his most enchanting works, released on Warner Classics. This 59-minute journey through the realms of classical and opera music showcases Monteverdi's unparalleled mastery, featuring excerpts from his renowned operas "L'Orfeo" and "L'incoronazione di Poppea," as well as selections from his madrigals and scherzi musicali.
The album opens with the stirring "Toccata" from "L'Orfeo," setting the stage for a vocal and instrumental tour de force. Monteverdi's rich tapestry of sound unfolds with pieces like "Ohimè ch’io cado," the iconic "Pur ti miro" from "L'incoronazione di Poppea," and the hauntingly beautiful "Lamento della ninfa." Each track is a testament to Monteverdi's innovative compositional style, blending the traditional with the groundbreaking.
The ensemble's performance is nothing short of exquisite, bringing Monteverdi's 17th-century scores to life with vibrant energy and profound sensitivity. From the lively "Ballo" to the tender "Con che soavità," the album offers a diverse palette of emotions and moods, showcasing the full spectrum of Monteverdi's genius.
"Teatro d'amore" is not just an album; it's an experience that invites you to explore the depths of Monteverdi's musical legacy. Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the world of opera, this collection promises to enchant and inspire.
Tracks
Monteverdi: L'Orfeo, SV 318: ToccataClaudio Monteverdi, Christina Pluhar, L'Arpeggiata
Monteverdi: Ohimè ch’io cado, SV 316Claudio Monteverdi, Christina Pluhar, L'Arpeggiata, Philippe Jaroussky
Monteverdi: L'incoronazione di Poppea, SV 308, Act 3: "Pur ti miro" (Nerone, Poppea)Claudio Monteverdi, Philippe Jaroussky, L'Arpeggiata, Núria Rial, Christina Pluhar
Monteverdi: Scherzi musicali a tre voci: No. 6, Damigella tutta bella, SV 235Claudio Monteverdi, Christina Pluhar, Núria Rial, Philippe Jaroussky, Jan Van Elsacker, Cyril Auvity, Nicolas Achten, Joao Fernandes, L'Arpeggiata
Monteverdi: Madrigali, Libro VIII "Guerrieri et amorosi": No. 18, Lamento della ninfa, SV 163: "Amor, dicea"Claudio Monteverdi, Christina Pluhar, Núria Rial, Jan Van Elsacker, Cyril Auvity, Nicolas Achten, L'Arpeggiata
Monteverdi: Sì dolce è'l tormento, SV 332Claudio Monteverdi, Philippe Jaroussky, L'Arpeggiata, Christina Pluhar
Monteverdi: Settimo libro de madrigali "Concerto": No. 16, Interrotte speranze, SV 132Claudio Monteverdi, Christina Pluhar, Cyril Auvity, Jan Van Elsacker, L'Arpeggiata
Monteverdi / Arr. Pluhar: Settimo libro de madrigali "Concerto": No. 27, Chiome d'oro, bel thesoro, SV 143Claudio Monteverdi, Christina Pluhar, Núria Rial, L'Arpeggiata
Monteverdi: L'incoronazione di Poppea, SV 308, Act 2: "Oblivion soave" (Arnalta)Claudio Monteverdi, Philippe Jaroussky, L'Arpeggiata, Christina Pluhar
Monteverdi: Madrigali, Libro VIII "Guerrieri et amorosi": No. 2, Hor che'l ciel e la terra e'l vento tace, SV 147Claudio Monteverdi, Philippe Jaroussky, Michaela Riener, Lauren Armishaw, Jan Van Elsacker, Cyril Auvity, Nicolas Achten, Joao Fernandes, L'Arpeggiata, Christina Pluhar
Monteverdi: Settimo libro de madrigali "Concerto": No. 1, Tempro la cetra, SV 117Claudio Monteverdi, Christina Pluhar, Cyril Auvity, Jan Van Elsacker, L'Arpeggiata
Monteverdi: Madrigals, Book 8: Ballo, SV 154bClaudio Monteverdi, L'Arpeggiata, Christina Pluhar
Monteverdi: Madrigals, Book 7: Con che soavità, SV 139Claudio Monteverdi, Christina Pluhar, Núria Rial
Monteverdi: Madrigals, Book 8: Vago augelletto che cantado vai, SV 156Claudio Monteverdi, Christina Pluhar, Zsuzsanna Toth, Lauren Armishaw, Philippe Jaroussky, Jan Van Elsacker, Cyril Auvity, Nicolas Achten, Joao Fernandes
Monteverdi / Arr Pluhar: Zefiro torna e di soavi accenti, SV 251Claudio Monteverdi, Christina Pluhar, Núria Rial, Philippe Jaroussky
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