Description
Frederica von Stade – Duets, Arias, Scenes & Songs (4CD Set)
- UPC: 8718247711253
- MPN: 8802153
- Brand Name: Newton Classics
Overview
The Frederica von Stade Edition from Newton Classics is a 4CD collection celebrating one of the most cherished mezzo-sopranos of the 20th century. Spanning art song, opera, and chamber repertoire, this beautifully remastered anthology showcases von Stade’s luminous tone, elegance, and emotional sincerity.
Featuring collaborations with artists such as Judith Blegen, Janice Taylor, Mario Bernardi, Andrew Davis, and Martin Katz, these recordings—originally produced by Sony Music Entertainment—capture von Stade’s versatility across languages and styles, from Mozart and Mahler to Debussy and Canteloube.
Product Features
- Format: 4CD Box Set
- Sound: ADD Stereo (Digitally Remastered by Sony Music Entertainment)
- Total Duration: 185′57
- Recording Dates: Original Sony Recordings (Remastered 2012 by Newton Classics)
- Label: Newton Classics B.V. (2012)
- Country of Manufacture: Netherlands
- Genre: Classical Vocal
- Style: Art Songs, Operatic Arias, Romantic & 20th-Century Lieder
Performers & Collaborations:
- Frederica von Stade – Mezzo-soprano
- Judith Blegen – Soprano (CD1)
- Janice Taylor – Mezzo-soprano (CD2)
- National Arts Centre Orchestra / Mario Bernardi (CD2)
- London Philharmonic Orchestra / Andrew Davis (CD4)
- Martin Katz, piano (CD3) and other collaborators
Interesting Facts
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A Vocal Journey Across Centuries: From Schumann and Mozart to Mahler and Debussy, von Stade interprets more than 25 composers, each piece delivered with her signature warmth and phrasing precision.
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Operatic and Intimate: The collection blends grand opera arias with intimate art songs, revealing both the dramatic and contemplative sides of von Stade’s artistry.
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Mahler Mastery: The final disc features von Stade’s profound interpretations of Mahler’s Lieder, including Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen and Rückert-Lieder, accompanied by Sir Andrew Davis and the London Philharmonic Orchestra.
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A Legacy in Collaboration: Pianist Martin Katz, one of von Stade’s long-time recital partners, contributes richly expressive accompaniment that perfectly complements her luminous mezzo.
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Digitally Restored: The remastering by Sony Music Entertainment preserves the warmth of the analog originals while enhancing clarity and dynamic range for modern listening.
Track Listing
CD 1 – Duets (42′05) Duets by Schumann, Chausson, Schubert, Alessandro Scarlatti, Mozart, Saint-Saëns, and Brahms
With Judith Blegen (soprano)
CD 2 – Italian Opera Arias (50′43) Arias by Monteverdi, Rossini, Paisiello, Broschi, and Leoncavallo
With Janice Taylor (mezzo-soprano) National Arts Centre Orchestra – Mario Bernardi (conductor)
CD 3 – Songs (52′35) Songs by Dowland, Purcell, Liszt, Debussy, Canteloube, and Hall
With Martin Katz, piano
CD 4 – Gustav Mahler (40′24)
- Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen – 16′51
- Des Knaben Wunderhorn – 5′00
- Lieder nach Gedichten von Friedrich Rückert – 18′33
London Philharmonic Orchestra – Andrew Davis (conductor)
Publishers
Sony Music Entertainment – Original Recordings © Newton Classics B.V. – Reissue © 2012 Art Direction & Design: Jan Martin Wilschut (BND Amsterdam / Hotsprings) Cover Image: Mike Evans / Lebrecht / HH LC 24605 Manufactured and printed in the Netherlands
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