"Tristesse", op. 6 no. 2 (1873) Gabriel Fauré (1845-1924) by Christian Tatonetti w Translation

Text Pierre-Jules-Théophile Gautier (1811-1872) Gabriel Fauré (1845-1924) ,
"Tristesse", op. 6 no. 2 (1873), published 1876.

Sung here by Christian Tatonetti


April has returned;
the first of the roses
with its half-opened lips
smiles at the first fine day.
The happy earth
opens up and out.
Everything loves and rejoices...
Alas! in my heart
I have a terrible sadness!

Gaily the drinkers
with their rosy songs
under the trellises celebrate
wine and beauty.
The joyful music
and their bright laughter
float out in the air...
Alas! in my heart
I have a terrible sadness!

In scant white dresses
the girls walk off
under the arbours
arm in arm with their suitors.
The languid moon
shines its silver light on their
kisses long pressed...
Alas! in my heart
I have a terrible sadness!

As for me, I love nothing any more:
neither man nor woman,
nor my body, nor my soul,
not even my old dog:
Go tell them to dig
under the pale lawn
a grave without a name!
Alas! in my heart
I have a terrible sadness!

Christian Tatonetti was born in Montreal. http://itunes.apple.com/ca/album/the-art-flying-sitar-voice/id281416999 He lived for ten year son Salt Spring Island, and now resides in Victoria. This innovative musician plays sitar, piano and is currently studying classical singing at the Victoria Conservatory of Music with the illustrious soprano Nancy Argenta. He won first prize for best original song at "Le Gala Provincial de laChanson" in British-Columbia in 2002. He was awarded "Best Singer Interpreter" at the same Provincial competition in 2004. Christian also joined Théâtre Inconnu for their production of ''Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris'' in Victoria. Christian is currently a chorus member of Pacific Opera Victoria. Last spring, Christian sang in Mozart's ''Cosi FanTutte'' and will sing once again with the company in Puccini's "LaBohème" in February 2011. In addition, he hosts a morning show called ''Bon Matin'' at a local French radio station in Victoria. (107.9 FM CILS) Christian also performs at music festivals and at Victoria's waterfront playing his sitar. Other activities include photography, making music videos and teaching French.

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[Isaviolin]

Love your voice, and your pronunciation is flawless. Theres allways room for improvement technique wise...but besides that, good job :)

[freezinghand]

@Isaviolin Thank you! I think I will never get rid off that folkiness. I really appreciate what you wrote! I am focusing on my sitar playing these days.

[dutchbaritone08]

wonderful performance - bravo

[freezinghand]

Thank you!

[cleobis]

you're obviously not a classical singer in the classic (no pun intended) meaning of it, but I must say thay I enjoyed very much the way you sang, it shows a really good intention on the words a real honest feeling for the song. congrats mate :)

[freezinghand]

I am glad you enjoyed it. I am struggling with the fact that I am still not as polished as a 'real' classical singer but I am working on it. Thank you

[cleobis]

well, keep working on it and I'm sure you'll become one :) cheers