Various Composers - Amour. Les Chansons que j'aime (Kirstin Chávez; Paolo Andre Gualdi)

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1. Emile Paladilhe - Psyché
2. Reynaldo Hahn - A Chloris
3. Reynaldo Hahn - L’Énamourée
4. Reynaldo Hahn - L’allée est sans fin
5. Reynaldo Hahn - Tous Deux
6. Reynaldo Hahn - L’Heure exquise
7. Franz Liszt - Au lac de Wallenstadt
8. Claude Debussy - Beau Soir
9. Henri Duparc - Chanson Triste
10. Henri Duparc - Phidylé
11. Georges Bizet - Habanera
12. Camille Saint-Saëns - Amour, viens aider
13. Camille Saint-Saëns - Mon coeur s’ouvre à ta voix
14. Hubert Giraud - Sous le ciel de Paris
15. Charles Trenet - La Mer
16. Henri Salvador - Syracuse
17. Louiguy - La vie en rose

Kirstin Chávez, voice

Paolo Andre Gualdi, piano

Date: 2026

Label: Navona

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In AMOUR, acclaimed mezzo-soprano Kirstin Chávez presents a deeply personal collection of her favorite French love songs, celebrating a culture that has profoundly shaped her career for over two decades. Renowned globally for her iconic portrayal of Bizet’s Carmen, Chávez partners with celebrated pianist Paolo André Gualdi to bring this cherished repertoire to life. Each track reflects a carefully chosen masterpiece from her artistic journey, capturing timeless romantic elegance. Fueled by an enduring passion for sharing the music closest to her heart, Chávez delivers a refined, intimate album that stands as a tribute to French vocal artistry.

International mezzo-soprano Kirstin Chávez has established a distinguished global career, performing on prestigious stages such as the Metropolitan Opera, Sydney Opera House, and Arena di Verona. Celebrated as "the Carmen of a lifetime," she brings rare authenticity to the role through her Spanish heritage, French fluency, and flamenco training. Her diverse repertoire spans iconic trouser roles, including Octavian and Orfeo, alongside powerful dramatic characters like Dalila and Ježibaba. Raised in Malaysia and trained at New Mexico State University and the Eastman School of Music, Chávez is a former Metropolitan Opera National Council National Finalist and winner of numerous major international vocal competitions.

Italian pianist Paolo André Gualdi enjoys an active international career as a soloist, chamber musician, and educator. He has performed at prestigious global venues, including London’s Cadogan Hall and Montevideo’s Teatro Solís, and appeared with renowned orchestras under the broadcast of major networks like BBC Radio. Trained at Rome’s Santa Cecilia Conservatory, Carnegie Mellon University, and the University of Georgia, Gualdi is a top prize winner at prestigious contests such as the Bartók-Kabalevsky International Competition. Currently serving as Professor of Music at Francis Marion University and Artistic Director of the South Carolina Chamber Music Festival, he regularly delivers masterclasses worldwide.

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