Album insights
Elīna Garanča, the Latvian mezzo-soprano, has been lauded with numerous superlatives in the world of opera. Referred to as "perhaps the best Carmen of our time" by The Times, her reputation was solidified with an outstanding performance as Giovanna Seymour in Donizetti's "Anna Bolena" at the Vienna State Opera. After a hiatus following the birth of her child, she returned triumphant, showcasing her immense talent as Mozart's Sesto in "La clemenza di Tito" at the same venue and captivating audiences in solo concerts across cities like Berlin, Munich, and Ingolstadt with her "Romantique" program, alongside her husband, conductor Karel Mark Chichon. This program, her fourth solo album under Deutsche Grammophon, features an exquisite mix of French romantic arias and 19th-century scenes, with a sprinkle of Russian and Italian flavors. With this album, one can witness the full spectrum of Garanča's artistic mastery, blending rare gems with popular classics to create an unforgettable listening experience that truly showcases the best of Elīna Garanča.