The Very Best Of
Kiri Te Kanawa · 2003
150 min · 40 tracks · classical music
A rich tapestry of operatic arias and timeless standards, showcasing Kiri Te Kanawa's exquisite vocal artistry across genres.
Top tracks — play these first
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Signore, ascolta (Turandot) Start here — This track opens the album with a powerful aria that instantly showcases Te Kanawa's dramatic range and emotive depth, setting the tone for her operatic prowess.
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Summertime (Porgy and Bess) — Her rendition of this classic jazz standard highlights Te Kanawa's ability to transcend genres while infusing each note with warmth and nostalgia.
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Ach, ich fühl’s (Die Zauberflöte) — In this poignant aria, her voice conveys profound sorrow, capturing the essence of longing that is central to the character's emotional journey.
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I’ve Got You Under My Skin — This track illustrates Te Kanawa's exploration of contemporary standards, demonstrating her versatility and ease within a jazz context while maintaining her operatic elegance.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- sweeping emotional highs and lows
- for reflective afternoons
- vocal showcases that captivate attention
- varied pacing for diverse moods
- ideal for intimate gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced entertainment
- prefer standalone hits
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Starting Point — A compilation showcasing her versatility, ideal for new listeners.
- Themes
- operatic grandeur· Sydney Opera House performances· jazz standards nostalgia
- Career context
- Released in 2003, 'The Very Best Of' showcases Kiri Te Kanawa at a celebrated stage in her career, following decades of acclaimed performances. By this time, she was already revered internationally for her contributions to opera and classical music, having performed at prestigious venues like the Royal Opera House and the Sydney Opera House.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Renée Fleming· Anna Netrebko· Diana Damrau
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Signore, ascolta (Turandot) Start here 2:44
- 2 Io son l’umile ancella (Adriana Lecouvreur) 3:22
- 3 La mamma morta (Andrea Chénier) 5:39
- 4 Addio del passato (La traviata) 3:51
- 5 Obéissons quand leur voix appelle (Manon) 5:07
- 6 Depuis le jour (Louise) 5:07
- 7 Elle a fui, la tourterelle! (Les Contes d’Hoffman) 5:22
- 8 Comme autrefois (Les Perchêurs de perles) 6:47
- 9 Ach, ich fühl’s (Die Zauberflöte) 4:08
- 10 Dich, teure Halle (Tannhäuser) 3:30
- 11 Leise, leise, fromme Weise! (Der Freischütz) 7:38
- 12 Da geht er hin (Der Rosenkavalier) 5:34
- 13 Glück, das mir verblieb (Die tote Stadt) 5:40
- 14 La Flûte enchantée (Shéhérazade) 2:49
- 15 L’Invitation au voyage 4:49
- 16 Le Manoir de Rosemunde 2:39
Disc 2
- 1 Somebody Loves Me 3:05
- 2 Love Is Here to Stay 2:49
- 3 Embraceable You 4:35
- 4 Summertime (Porgy and Bess) 2:45
- 5 Long Ago and Far Away 2:55
- 6 A Fine Romance 2:52
- 7 The Song Is You 3:04
- 8 Let’s Face the Music and Dance 2:09
- 9 What’ll I Do? 3:46
- 10 They Say It’s Wonderful 2:42
- 11 I’ve Got You Under My Skin 3:30
- 12 Ev’ry Time We Say Goodbye 3:37
- 13 True Love 3:38
- 14 I’ll Be Home for Christmas 2:30
- 15 Silent Night 2:56
- 16 Come to the Fair 3:01
- 17 The Last Rose of Summer 3:34
- 18 The Keel Row 1:44
- 19 Comin’ Thro’ the Rye 1:40
- 20 Greensleeves 3:36
- 21 Danny Boy 4:38
- 22 Hoki hoki tonu mai 3:53
- 23 Po ata rau 3:49
- 24 The World You’re Coming Into (Liverpool Oratorio) 2:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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