Chantal Santon Jeffery, the soprano on this album, is considered a leading specialist in French Baroque music due to her vocal qualities, stylistic knowledge, and passion for the repertoire.
Cultural Impact
French musical heritage from the 17th and 18th centuries, including works by Lully and Rameau, was largely forgotten after the French Revolution and only revived in the 1980s.
Recording & Production
The Béla Bartók National Concert Hall, where this album was recorded, has dimensions resembling a Gothic cathedral and features adjustable acoustics designed by Russell Johnson.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at the Béla Bartók National Concert Hall in Budapest, Hungary, from November 21 to 23, 2017.
Performer Biography
György Vashegyi, the conductor of the Purcell Choir and Orfeo Orchestra, is one of the most active conductors in French Baroque opera.
Historical Context
The Paris Opéra, founded in 1672 as the 'Académie Royale de Musique', was unique in Europe for its time, featuring a permanent orchestra, chorus, soloists, ballet, and production teams.
Historical Context
In 18th-century French opera, audiences favored 'light' and agile voices, leading to the rise of the opéra-ballet over the more tragic forms.
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