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In War & Peace: Harmony through music

“Celebrity mezzo Joyce DiDonato goes more Baroque’ n ‘ Roll in her film of In War & Peace, a heartfelt examination of the motives and results of both states through a series of arias. DiDonato sings with poise and elegance… her sorrow and passion are clear to see and appreciate – it is an incredibly giving performance.”

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When the project “In War & Peace: Harmony through Music” first came to me, it was my strong reaction to the terror attack in Paris in November, 2015. I felt the need to respond to the world around me with the expressive outlet I know best: music. My hope was that through this repertoire that I love so deeply I might bring comfort not only to myself, but to you, the audience.

As human beings, the precious gift of peace comes and goes, but I believe profoundly that it is one well worth nourishing and cultivating at every corner of our lives. It is, in fact, how we change the world — from our very own inner corner outwards. My most sincere hope is that this musical journey will bring you lasting comfort and a glimpse into the possible journey from chaos into peace.

Audio CD

November 4, 2016

Original Release Date

October 21, 2016

Number of Discs

1

Label

Warner Classics/Parlophone

Run Time

34 minutes

Best Sellers Rank

#173 in Music

Formats

MP3, Audio CD, Vinyl

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Editorial Review

One of opera’s most outspoken and impassioned personalities, Joyce DiDonato reminds us with her new albumIn War and Peacethat music “soothes turmoil, threatens power and the status quo, and gloriously exalts the spirit”. Her selection of arias demonstrates how powerfully Baroque opera explores the extremes of human nature – from the tumult of Handel’sScenes of Horror, Scenes of Woeto Purcell’s descent into despair,Dido’s Lament.Joyce’s longtime partners, the spirited Italian Baroque ensemble Il Pomo d’Oro, join her on this unique journey through sublime, challenging music; through chaos transformed by the eternal search for serenity.