Mompou: Songs

Product Description The notable Catalan tenor present a studio recording entirely devoted to the beautiful songs of his great Catalan-Spanish compatriot, Federico Mompou (1893-1987). Though Mompou's fame rests largely on his solo piano works, his many songs comprise the other genre for which he is recognised as a twentieth-century master. Roger Padulles is accompanied by the noted accompanist and broadcaster, Iain Burnside. Works: Combat del somni; Cançó de la fira; Pastoral; Trois comptines (1931 & 1943); Becqerianas; Cantar del alma; Aureana do Sil'; El niño mudo; Le nuage; Primeros pasos; Neu Cast Roger Padulles (Tenor) Iain Burnside (Piano) Catalogue Number: OACD9021D Sound: 16 bit 44.1khz Label: Opus Arte Review As an introduction to Mompou's songs, This disc is certainly recommendable. IRR, Feb'15 /// Roger Padulles sings for the most part sweetly and his words are excellently clear. Performance **** Recording **** --BBC Music Magazine,June'15 Roger Padulles's warm , youthful tenor makes an attractive guide to this intriguing repertoire. --Gramophone,Mar'15 Padulles displays a winning way with his texts and a seemingly easy sense of line. **** --Opera Now, March'15