Album insights
In 2023, VF Gold's inaugural release focuses on the theme of storytelling, central to many festival performances. This album combines two captivating performances from Verbier's early summers. To begin with, Peter Ustinov narrates Jean de Brunhoff's famous tale "L'Histoire de Babar, le petit éléphant." Poulenc's enchanting piano accompaniment by Roger Vignoles adds depth to the narration. Additionally, the world-renowned soprano Barbara Hendricks, accompanied by the Carmina Quartet, delivers a stunning rendition of Fauré's "La Bonne Chanson." Hendricks brings out the unique charm of Paul Verlaine's beautiful poems in her interpretation.