Love Sublime
Renée Fleming · 2006
48 min · 11 tracks · opera
A lush tapestry of vocal emotion interwoven with poignant, contemporary classical compositions and haunting lyrics.
Love Sublime is an album by Renée Fleming, released in 2006. A lush tapestry of vocal emotion interwoven with poignant, contemporary classical compositions and haunting lyrics. 'Love Sublime' received critical acclaim for its innovative blend of classical and contemporary styles, showcasing Fleming's versatility. The album peaked at number 1 on the Billboard Classical Crossover chart, solidifying her role as a leading figure in expanding classical music's appeal to broader audiences. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Love Sublime sound like?
A lush tapestry of vocal emotion interwoven with poignant, contemporary classical compositions and haunting lyrics. Rooted in opera.
What makes Love Sublime by Renée Fleming notable?
'Love Sublime' received critical acclaim for its innovative blend of classical and contemporary styles, showcasing Fleming's versatility. The album peaked at number 1 on the Billboard Classical Crossover chart, solidifying her role as a leading figure in expanding classical music's appeal to broader audiences. Released in 2006, 'Love Sublime' marked Renée Fleming's foray into a more intimate repertoire following her breakthrough success as an operatic soprano. By this time, she had already won several Grammy Awards and was recognized for bridging the gap between opera and popular music. This album demonstrated her artistic evolution as she began to explore themes of love and longing outside traditional opera confines.
How many songs are on Love Sublime?
Love Sublime has 11 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Your First Word Was Light Standout 5:28
- 2 The Hour Is Striking So Close Above Me 5:09
- 3 I Love the Dark Hours of My Being 4:35
- 4 I Love You, Gentlest of Ways Standout 7:04
- 5 No One Lives His Life 2:36
- 6 His Caring Is a Nightmare to Us 2:31
- 7 Extinguish My Eyes, I'll Go on Seeing You 6:14
- 8 Tears in Sleep 2:31
- 9 Memory 3:25
- 10 A Tale 4:36
- 11 Love Sublime Standout 4:21
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