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 01. "Est-Ce Ainsi Que Les Hommes Vivent?" 02. "La Route Enchantee" 03. "Il M'a Vue Nue" 04. "Dites Moi Que Je Suis Belle" 05. "Doudou" 06. "Petite Musique Terrienne" 07. "Aida" 08. "Melusine" 09. "Wedo" 10. "D'un Feu Secret" 11. "Le Temps Est Assassin" 12. "Fenestra" 13. "Domna N'almucs" 14. "Dame Iseut"
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| | Description: | The record features a mix of originals and interpretations of songs dating as far back as the twelfth century, mostly sung in French along with Occitan, English, and Haitian Kreyol. It follows 2022â??s label debut, Ghost Song, which has received two Grammy nominations and tremendous critical praise, including spots on best albums of 2022 lists from the New York Times, NPR and Jazzwise, among others. - 2023 release. Mélusine features a mix of five originals and interpretations of nine songs, dating as far back as the twelfth century, mostly sung in French along with Occitan, English, and Haitian Kreyòl. Mélusine follows last year's label debut, Ghost Song, which has received two Grammy nominations and tremendous critical praise, including spots on best albums of 2022 lists from the New York Times and NPR, among others. The new album's songs tell the story of the European folkloric legend of Mélusine, a woman who turns into a half-snake each Saturday as a result of a childhood curse by her mother. Mélusine later agrees to marry Raymondin on the condition that he never see her on Saturdays. He agrees but is ultimately convinced by his brother to break his promise, piercing his wife's door with his sword and finding her naked in the bath, half snake, half woman. When she catches him spying on her, she turns into a dragon and flies out the window, only to reappear every time one of her descendants is on their deathbed. Salvant, whose parents are French and Haitian, says Mélusine is also "partly about that feeling of being a hybrid, a mixture of different cultures, which I've experienced not only as the American-born child of two first generation immigrants, but as someone raised in a family that is racially mixed, from several different countries, with different languages spoken in the home. "Digipack"Mélusine" is the captivating new album by acclaimed jazz vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant, released on CD by Nonesuch. This record showcases Salvant's extraordinary ability to blend storytelling with musical innovation, drawing inspiration from European folklore and myth?particularly the legend of Mélusine. The album features songs in multiple languages and a rich tapestry of styles, ranging from jazz to baroque influences, highlighting her versatility and deep emotional expression.
Cécile McLorin Salvant has established herself as one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary jazz. A three-time Grammy Award winner for Best Jazz Vocal Album, she is celebrated for her unique interpretations and fearless approach to repertoire spanning centuries and genres. Her previous albums have received critical acclaim worldwide, solidifying her reputation as a leading figure in modern vocal jazz.
Nonesuch Records is renowned for its commitment to artistic excellence across genres such as classical, world music, folk, rock, and jazz. Since its founding in 1964, Nonesuch has been home to groundbreaking artists who push creative boundaries while maintaining high production standards. | | | No. of tracks: |
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7559790640 |
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