Classical Barbra
Barbra Streisand · 1976
34 min · 10 tracks · jazz · disco · traditional pop
A lush blend of orchestral arrangements and Streisand's powerful vocals, capturing classical elegance.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady melodic exploration lush orchestral arrangements elegant vocal performances
- Context
- Released in 1976, 'Classical Barbra' came at a time when Barbra Streisand was solidifying her status as a versatile artist, following her commercial success with the soundtrack to 'A Star Is Born' (1976). This album marked her foray into classical music, showcasing her vocal prowess beyond traditional pop and jazz genres.
- If you like
- jazz, disco, traditional pop
Classical Barbra is an album by Barbra Streisand, released in 1976. A lush blend of orchestral arrangements and Streisand's powerful vocals, capturing classical elegance. 'Classical Barbra' is significant for introducing classical repertoire to a wider audience, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Classical Albums chart. It received critical acclaim for its ambitious arrangement and Streisand's interpretation, influencing other pop artists to explore classical music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Classical Barbra sound like?
A lush blend of orchestral arrangements and Streisand's powerful vocals, capturing classical elegance. Rooted in jazz and disco.
What makes Classical Barbra by Barbra Streisand notable?
'Classical Barbra' is significant for introducing classical repertoire to a wider audience, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Classical Albums chart. It received critical acclaim for its ambitious arrangement and Streisand's interpretation, influencing other pop artists to explore classical music. Released in 1976, 'Classical Barbra' came at a time when Barbra Streisand was solidifying her status as a versatile artist, following her commercial success with the soundtrack to 'A Star Is Born' (1976). This album marked her foray into classical music, showcasing her vocal prowess beyond traditional pop and jazz genres.
Who is Classical Barbra for?
Classical Barbra works well if you're into steady melodic exploration, lush orchestral arrangements and elegant vocal performances.
How many songs are on Classical Barbra?
Classical Barbra has 10 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Claude Debussy: Beau Soir 2:42
- 2 Joseph Canteloube: Brezairola (from Songs of the Auvergne) 3:47
- 3 Hugo Wolf: Verschwiegene Liebe 2:57
- 4 Gabriel Fauré: Pavane (Vocalise) 5:29
- 5 Gabriel Fauré: Après un rêve 3:24
- 6 Carl Orff: In Trutina (from Carmina Burana) 2:11
- 7 George Frideric Handel: Lascia ch’io pianga (from Rinaldo) 3:37
- 8 Robert Schumann: Mondnacht 3:56
- 9 George Frideric Handel: Dank sei Dir, Herr 3:43
- 10 Claus Ogerman: I Loved You 2:19
Release Date
January 1, 1976
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
34 min 5 sec
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