Susan and Renée, friends for decades, exhibit here their beautiful duet synergy as they have sung so many operas and concerts together over the years. Just listen to their diminuendo at 2:20 on the word “ensemble.” They execute it at the same moment and speed, maintaining their exquisite balance of their incandescent voices. I’ve seen Renée in concert but have yet to catch Susan. I LOVE these two artists and what they have done to represent America on stages around the globe.
ale uczta dla uszu, coś fantastycznego ponadziemskiego !!!! O Jezu jakie to cudne. Piątek 1 VII 2022 godz. 20L58 słucham :) Idealnie dobrane 2 barwy głosów. Szlachetne brzmienie, harmonia cud. Dwie kobiety a jakby śpiewał cały chór.
I'm not sure if it was too fast -- to me it felt like the two singers were competing with each other giving the feel of a galloping pace. But I think you are right -- it's over before it seems to have started.
You do realize of course, that your singing has extended the life expectancy of millions of severely damaged, wounded, depressed, infirmed, or just tired and sad. You allow us in this time of crude and vulgar, fascism, and diplomatic lunacy we crave the sound of the "humane" human voice raised in happy song.
Peter Mullen I live what you wrote. you are so right and must see beauty in wonderful colors and hues. Thank you so much for being brave enough to express what the soul feels. You have given me hope in the color of azure waters and of alabaster tulips 🌷, gracing my crystal vase. Peace and joy to you. ~R•☮
While no one can dispute the wonderful voices of these stars, I prefer the more nuanced performance of Sabine Devieilhe and Marianna Crebassa- a less-frenetic tempo, sung by two native-French speakers. This creates what sounds like a conversation between two friends, creating a much more melodic flow of the phrases, and less of an ‘operatic performance for an audience.”
Could be the conductor was adjusting the tempo to fit the acoustics of the space. Regular tempo may've sounded like dragging to the back of the hall, if it was big enough.
I wonder how many people that saw "Carlito's Way" with Al Pacino recognized what they were listening to when Carlito climbed across the roofs to catch a glimpse of his sweetheart practicing ballet.
Those who feel this is too fast should look at the score. The conductor is absolutely correct and the tempo reflects the sense of expectation and revelry that the words of the duet indicate..
Is is me or was the conductor rushing through that? I felt bad for the ladies as they were holding on for dear life!! They did wonderful despite the hurried tempo!
esse dueto nos lembra o quão a ARTE É como a água, o ar.... o Amor, o DESEJO... e essas Divas nos trazem a invenção imaginária nossa de que existem anjos ... ou Deuses.... são os vivos, zumanus que fazem isso... enquanto imbecilnarus criam confritu e nine finger tbem roubam e osam de Zonesto... com 3 casa minha life empilhados na praia grande.
Sutherland sings with Berbié in her studio recording, not Tourangeau. But I honestly think it's pointless to compare versions. If you don't like this version, why don't you tell us the reason based on what Fleming and Graham actually DO as opposed to what they DON'T do = sound like other singers?
Oh people SILENCE!!! Enjoy the music and sh... up. If all of you know better how is that you are not there singing. Silly humans, always the need to criticize everything.
Who the hell dresses these gals? What is that gauze RF has over her oxide green lame dress? You add a strong accent color to enhance a less strong colored dress. ...that necklace does not suit the other singer... And the tempo is off: their singing is too rushed expanding in the wrong parts!
Deux voix extraordinaires un peu déroutées par la direction orchestrale. Il faut tenir compte du fait que ces personnes chantent dans une langue qui ne leur est pas familière et ne sont pas dans leur registre de prédilection , et bien sûr on sait très bien que le rôle de lakme' préfère un soprano léger collorature,ce qui n'est pas le cas ici. Quand à la mezzo elle est ici tout à fait à sa place.Salutations.
Although Renee is one of thee Greats. THIS was not a good performance. The tempo could have been slower. Otherwise, her placement was everywhere. A piece such as this requires Dolce and sensitivity to every phrase. I feel like Renee butchered this. I was quite disappointed to say the least.
Susan and Renée, friends for decades, exhibit here their beautiful duet synergy as they have sung so many operas and concerts together over the years. Just listen to their diminuendo at 2:20 on the word “ensemble.” They execute it at the same moment and speed, maintaining their exquisite balance of their incandescent voices. I’ve seen Renée in concert but have yet to catch Susan. I LOVE these two artists and what they have done to represent America on stages around the globe.
There is nothing more sublime on this earth than these two voices together! Saw them at the Met in Rosenkavalier a few years ago.
My heart just gets so soft when I hear song....Just beautiful!!!!!!!
mine too, simply stunning
I love Renee fleming a lot.
Their voices match beautifully !
LOVE my girl from Texas, Susan Graham!!!
I thought she was from New Mexico
ale uczta dla uszu, coś fantastycznego ponadziemskiego !!!! O Jezu jakie to cudne. Piątek 1 VII 2022 godz. 20L58 słucham :) Idealnie dobrane 2 barwy głosów. Szlachetne brzmienie, harmonia cud. Dwie kobiety a jakby śpiewał cały chór.
You can tell they can sing when they giggle!
Wow wow beautiful ladies took about 10 seconds to get me crying of pure joy /bow
Wonderful performance.
Pure Class. Thank you ladies. 😊
just beautiful and heart breaking in the best way!!!!
Because both have no resounding, no heroic voices, they create the duet with a tenderness that is seldom heard. - Cheers, Heinz
This goes so fast that it finishes before it started
Directors mistake
I agree! Where’s the fire?! Much too fast!
to fast i agree
I'm not sure if it was too fast -- to me it felt like the two singers were competing with each other giving the feel of a galloping pace. But I think you are right -- it's over before it seems to have started.
I agree!
They’re great, even greater making this ridiculously fast paced (almost cartoon-like rendition). Can’t blame anyone but the maestro
Tempo ist fast immer Geschmackssache!
Ich finde es sehr gut, beschwingt und französisch.
Fleming hat leider keine Lakméstimme!!
Played it at 0.75 to slow it down!😂
fast or not, I love sleeping while listening to Renée...
A delightful performance by two amazing divas!
Yet another legendary performance.
simply beautiful
excellent!!!! my favourite opera aria :)))
Saw Susan Graham in concert a few years ago. Extraordinary. With a brilliant song about being tall. Which i understood as I'm 5'10"
You do realize of course, that your singing has extended the life expectancy of millions of severely damaged, wounded, depressed, infirmed, or just tired and sad. You allow us in this time of crude and vulgar, fascism, and diplomatic lunacy we crave the sound of the "humane" human voice raised in happy song.
Peter Mullen I live what you wrote. you are so right and must see beauty in wonderful colors and hues. Thank you so much for being brave enough to express what the soul feels. You have given me hope in the color of azure waters and of alabaster tulips 🌷, gracing my crystal vase. Peace and joy to you. ~R•☮
How can one not love these heavenly voices. The peace and serenity that comes from such wonderful music.
Absolutely agreed Peter
What a pleasure it is to read a comment from someone who only praises, does not find it necessary to sneer, to make pointless comparisons.
Indeed, and your remark is even more applicable in these times.
It is fast a little bit!
BEAUTIFUL!!!
Perfect pair.
Stunning.
So great... to grand ladies... want more and more
While no one can dispute the wonderful voices of these stars, I prefer the more nuanced performance of Sabine Devieilhe and Marianna Crebassa- a less-frenetic tempo, sung by two native-French speakers. This creates what sounds like a conversation between two friends, creating a much more melodic flow of the phrases, and less of an ‘operatic performance for an audience.”
In full agreement♥
Yes, it could be, but I also very like these duet - E. Garanca & A. Netrebko: th-cam.com/video/hrm59zqCKEU/w-d-xo.html
too fast ......
the director's guilty
Burro Mtz he had Angela Meade galloping during her aria from "I due Foscari." He was fast that whole night.
Yes, a little too fast....When I have heard the other famous singers sing this great song.....
Burro Mtz I agree!
Much too fast!
Could be the conductor was adjusting the tempo to fit the acoustics of the space. Regular tempo may've sounded like dragging to the back of the hall, if it was big enough.
ARE THEY TRYING TO GET TO A FIRE? WHY DESTROY THIS BEAUTIFUL PIECE. GARANCA AND NETREBKO DO IT RIGHT !!
noooooooo! they both needed to pee...!
Barbara Michael-Grover JM
Netrebko?? Hahahahaha! That uneducated woman is lucky if she makes it through a single piece of music without messing up!
Its just the directors fault. Amazing how beautiful it still is due to the great singers.
Yes! Too bravissimo.
I wonder how many people that saw "Carlito's Way" with Al Pacino recognized what they were listening to when Carlito climbed across the roofs to catch a glimpse of his sweetheart practicing ballet.
Those who feel this is too fast should look at the score. The conductor is absolutely correct and the tempo reflects the sense of expectation and revelry that the words of the duet indicate..
Agreed
Gratulation!❤❤❤
That is the same conductor that had Angela Meade galloping during the cabaletta from "I due foscari." He was fast that whole night.
Bellísimo
Is is me or was the conductor rushing through that? I felt bad for the ladies as they were holding on for dear life!! They did wonderful despite the hurried tempo!
Takes back to when I was in prison with Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins.
The conductor is rushing the tempo, and totally destroyed one of the most beautiful duets in opera.
and yet, the world did not end, did it, sweetie?
True… but still
Ok. Maestro Miller, please post a link to your version…
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@@Marcel_Audubon Your comment cracked me up LOL.
It is a little speedy !Seems a modern thing . Many of the greats that i grew up with on vinyl now sound too hurried .
Who was this asshole conductor who turned this gorgeous aria into a race? Way too fast buddy......killed it.
I agree totally!
Well done girls!
OOH the British Airways song!!!!! :) Renee always sings so pretty....
Not a patch on Geranca and Netrebko
chacun a son gout!
I tried putting it in 0.75 and it just made it a wobbling mess hahahaha
What's the rush???
Waiting for Taylor Swift to do this with Britney Spears.
Hardy har har , very, very funny.
joshron99 ew... I just threw up a little in my mouth... 🤢
Yeah maybe in their next lives if they would have any real talent!
Got'dam ms.graham👍👍
esse dueto nos lembra o quão a ARTE É como a água, o ar.... o Amor, o DESEJO... e essas Divas nos trazem a invenção imaginária nossa de que existem anjos ... ou Deuses.... são os vivos, zumanus que fazem isso... enquanto imbecilnarus criam confritu e nine finger tbem roubam e osam de Zonesto... com 3 casa minha life empilhados na praia grande.
弗来明在五十岁唱月亮颂真棒👍好享受🌹🙏
Delightful
Idealnie
What's the name of the conductor? He obviously has no sense of this music, conducting it so fast.
To speedy, they couldn't take a breath, so I didn't hear Renee
Way way too fast... And I don't like the lower key
Why is the Conductor rushing the tempo?
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it's too fast to express this song...
My choir teacher.knows Susan Graham
Браво.!
Fer crissake, what's the rush?
Poor directing. Ranee be like (wtfff 😳)
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y like renee fleming
Tempo, what happened? Was someone sick?
alors a qui chante le plus fort la mezzo a gagné largement ,
The performance of Dame Joan Sutherland and Huguette Tourangeau is far superior to this one.
Sutherland sings with Berbié in her studio recording, not Tourangeau. But I honestly think it's pointless to compare versions. If you don't like this version, why don't you tell us the reason based on what Fleming and Graham actually DO as opposed to what they DON'T do = sound like other singers?
aren't you a little long in the tooth to be leaving dopey fanboy comments like that, gramps??
Oh people SILENCE!!! Enjoy the music and sh... up. If all of you know better how is that you are not there singing. Silly humans, always the need to criticize everything.
BPM alto rsrs
It's tempo is FAR too fast for my liking. Anna Netrebko & Elīna Garanča did it THE BEST in my humble opinion.
I agree with you
Dove è la sensualità e la dolcezza di due ragazze indiane???? :(
Yes, why was he pushing the downbeat of every measure ahead of the artists.? Odd.
Is this the "Lesbian Duet" from the opera Turandot?
So fein!
I hope so...
nope, this is from Lakme by Leo Delibes
I think it's just right. It should feel like it's conducted in one rather than 3 cumbersome beats.
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so fast
Garanca/Netrebko the best duet
This would be perfect if it was just a bit slower.
Who the hell dresses these gals? What is that gauze RF has over her oxide green lame dress? You add a strong accent color to enhance a less strong colored dress.
...that necklace does not suit the other singer...
And the tempo is off: their singing is too rushed expanding in the wrong parts!
😅😛😂
deux anglo-saxonnes qui ne crois pas en ce qu'elles chantent, c'est triste pour le compositeur !!!
If the stupid conductor didn't rush them through the music, perhaps they would sound more dramatically involved.
Deux voix extraordinaires un peu déroutées par la direction orchestrale. Il faut tenir compte du fait que ces personnes chantent dans une langue qui ne leur est pas familière et ne sont pas dans leur registre de prédilection , et bien sûr on sait très bien que le rôle de lakme' préfère un soprano léger collorature,ce qui n'est pas le cas ici. Quand à la mezzo elle est ici tout à fait à sa place.Salutations.
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what a waste of great voices to that sped up version! it ruined it
Oh, the warbling!!! Terrible. Two pretty women who bellow like heffers.
under performance from Renee...didnt like it
Although Renee is one of thee Greats. THIS was not a good performance. The tempo could have been slower. Otherwise, her placement was everywhere. A piece such as this requires Dolce and sensitivity to every phrase. I feel like Renee butchered this. I was quite disappointed to say the least.