Ute Lemper in Paris- Youkali-tango (Weill)BackUte Lemper sings my favorite Kurt Weill song, "Youkali" (tango/habanera), about man's yearning for a utopian paradise of his most profound dreams and desires, ending in inevitable disillusionment. Lemper's voice has been called an acquired taste, but it's one well worth acquiring. She certainly doesn't have the polish or refinement of some classically-trained divas who have recorded Weill (i.e. Stratas, von Otter, Farley, Reaux). Lemper easily eclipses them, however, when it comes to phrasing, mood painting, and diction. She gets the FEELING just right, and that makes her two Weill albums on Decca (as well as her recording of The Threepenny Opera) essential listening for any Weill enthusiast. Lyrics and translation for "Youkali" can be found at the following link: http://www.lyricscafe.com/m/meav/025.htm Category: Music Uploaded: December 13th, 2007 @ 7:15 am Author: khankonchak Length: 05:38 Rating: Views: Tags: ute lemper youkali tango habanera kurt weill roger fernay Related Video Links:» View Video Comments For Ute Lemper in Paris- Youkali-tango (Weill) » View khankonchak's Other Uploaded Videos Video Thumbnails:Video Embedding Code:* Embed this video on your website, social bookmark, myspace, or blog. |
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