MOZART AT THE OPERA - La Dolce Volta
: Directed from the keyboard by Cassard, this piece was composed during the same period as Le nozze di Figaro . It is described as a dramatic dialogue that moves from meditation to carefree joy.
: A darker, more prophetic work that foreshadows the whispers and "things unsaid" in the later music of Beethoven and Schubert.
: A musician whose passion for singing has led to long-term collaborations with artists like Natalie Dessay and Christa Ludwig.
: Known for its innovative approach, the ONB here maintains its commitment to classical excellence while exploring the cross-disciplinary boundaries between opera and symphonic form.
The album is built on the premise that all of Mozart's musical forms—from sonatas to concertos—are nurtured by vocal melody.
This collection serves as a meditation on Mozart's belief that music should be "precisely tailored" to its performer, much like a well-cut suit for a singer.
: Performed with pianist Cédric Pescia , this work is presented as two voices in unison, illustrating the peak of Mozart's "imaginary dialogues". Artistic Collaboration