Corteo (Limited Edition) [CD+DVD] [Limited Edition, Soundtrack]

Cirque du Soleil (Artist) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 3, 2006)
• Number of Discs: 2
• Format: Limited Edition, Soundtrack
• Label: Cirque Du Soleil
• ASIN: B000I5XDUQ
• In-Print Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #200,486 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Funerale, for voice & orchestra

2. Ritornare, for choir & orchestra

3. Reve D'un Pantin

4. Les chevaux à bottes, for orchestra

5. Nos dejó, for choir & orchestra

6. Klezmer moment, for 3 voices & orchestra

7. Prendersi per mano, for voice & orchestra

8. Anneaux, for choir & orchestra

9. El cielo sabrá, for voice & orchestra

10. Fugue, for orchestra

11. Volo volando, for choir & orchestra

12. Un tierno y dulce chau, for orchestra

13. Balade au bout d'une échelle, for choir & orchestra

14. Garda lassù, for choir & orchestra

15. Triangle tango, for voice & orchestra

16. Che finalone, for 2 voices & orchestra

Editorial Reviews

From the Artist

"To become immersed in this show, we needed music that could take the audience by the hand and lead it into a little dream, the dream of a clown who invents his death. Once the music came, it was easier to begin to dance." - Daniele Finzi Pasca, Creator and Director of Corteo

"The crowd is gathering in the square. They've come from all over, each with their melodies and universe of sounds. Through their diversity, they celebrate the uniqueness of life. It was in this spirit that I approached the music for Corteo, imbuing it with the many colours of the world to illustrate the procession of peoples toward our common meeting place." - Benoit Groulx, Producer of the Corteo recording

Product Description

Warm and joyous music! This Limited Edition CD includes a bonus DVD that features a 22-minutes documentary titled "Through the Curtain" (a making of the show Corteo)

The music of Corteo achieves an unusual level of intimacy through a combination of inspired vocal performances and the warmth of acoustic instruments which will soothe and resonate with music lovers. The melodies, with their European sensibilities, are complemented with the beautiful poetry of words sung in a blend of Italian, French and Spanish. The exuberance of the musical performances masterfully played out by musicians on a broad selection of instruments, such as violins, harp, accordion and a haunting organ; evoke a powerful feeling of authenticity and genuine artistic spirit. The production of this studio recording involved 61 musicians and singers, including a 16-piece choir and a 13-piece string section.

Produced by Benoit Groulx (A Sound of Thunder, An American Haunting).

About the show: Corteo, which means "cortege" in Italian, is a joyous procession, a festive parade imagined by a clown. The clown pictures his own funeral taking place in a carnival atmosphere, watched over by quietly caring angels. The music, by turns lyrical and playful, is what carries the show through a timeless celebration, somewhere between heaven and earth, in which illusion teases reality. Corteo, the show and the music, is an oeuvre of rare depth and beauty.

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Truly like the show, February 18, 2007

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Aaron Shepard - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Corteo (Limited Edition) [CD+DVD] (Audio CD)

Many Cirque du Soleil recordings are disappointing because they are not truly the music from the shows. Instead, they are rearranged interpretations of that music -- and often not as appealing as the originals.

This recording of Corteo is an exception. Here is the show music in all its glory. If you loved the music of the show -- and it is some of Cirque du Soleil's most magical -- you'll love the recording as a faithful reminder.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars MissJ, February 23, 2007

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MissJ "MG" (Dallas,TX) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Corteo (Audio CD)

I recently had the pleasure of seeing this amazing show in Dallas,TX. I loved every second of it!! The music in this particular show is probably the best of all the Cirque shows. It makes you feel like you should be floating on a cloud :P!! I must admit I kicked myself after not purchasing the CD after the show but now I'm glad I waited for the awesome Amazon price!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Breathtaking, November 17, 2006

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Seeker of Wisdom "Seeker of Wisdom" (Alabama) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Corteo (Audio CD)

I just saw the show in Washington DC, and the music and show was incredible! This is one you'll want to turn up to full volume! I had to have the cd, and luckily I DIDN'T buy it at the show (though it was very tempting!) At the venue, Cirque sells this cd for $21, and the DVD for $31, so Amazon's prices are MUCH better! Enjoy!