Isabelle Druet has a diverse background, having explored traditional and modern music, trained as an actor, and co-founded a company combining theater, circus, and music.
Performer Biography
Isabelle Druet, the mezzo-soprano on this album, was named "Révélation artiste lyrique" at the Victoires de la Musique Classique in 2010.
Interpretation
The performers aimed to convey the intimacy of these melodies, using extreme dynamics and passages close to recitative, while maintaining the lyricism of Berlioz's work.
Performer Biography
Johanne Ralambondrainy, the pianist on this album, is also a percussionist and founded the ensemble Bloup in 2008, which creates sound and visual experiences with unique instruments.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded in October 2010 at the Eglise Saint-Pierre in Paris.
Interpretation
The album's concept is a journey into a nocturnal world, featuring French melodies that express moods from tenderness to despair.
Interpretation
The album includes recitations of poetry by Christian Pageault, an actor, to transition between musical pieces and provide inspiration for the project.
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