En Prière - Stéphane Bordèse - Kathleen Battle

One of the loveliest songs, interpreted by the superb Kathleen Battle, written by Gabriel Fauré, lyrics by Stéphane Bordèse and accompanied by magical James Levine...
Jesus prays to his father regarding his teachings on Earth. He knows he's about to die on The Cross, yet still asks for help in his quest to appease illness and dis-comfort for those in misery..........



Si la voix d'un enfant peut monter jusqu'a Vous,
Ô mon Père,
Ecoutez de Jésus devant Vous a genoux,
La prière!
Si Vous m'avez chiosi pour enseigner Vos lois
Sur la terre,
Je saurai Vous servir, augste Roi des Rois,
Ô Lumière!
Sur mes lèvres, Seigneur, mettez la vérité
Salutaire,
Pour que celui qui doute, avec humilité,
Vous révère!
Ne m'ananbonnez pas, donnez-moi la douceur
Nécessaire,
Pour apaiser les maux, soulanger la douler,
La misère!
Révélez-Vous à moi, Seigneur, en qui je crois
Et j'espère:
Pour Vous je veux souffrie et mourir sur la croix,
Au Calvaire!

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[2010thevoice]

omg just gorgeous!! I love the french chason, and especially with the likes of Faure or Debussy, who wouldnt?

[varadero1839]

@2010thevoice Wonderful to hear from you, and I'm very grateful! Though not very religious myself, after having understood the English lyrics, it gave me pause. As sung by Ms. Battle, it's even more difficult to ignore the importance of this performance. Thank you so much for your comment; I'm honored!

[jenson7720]

oh what a treasure.i dont think many people realise the work and skill that goes into learning these complex art songs by Faure etc.I just adore French art song and this is another to add to the list.thank you

[varadero1839]

@jenson7720 She is really one voice for the ages. Wish I knew what you know about French art song, but I'm merely thrilled by Ms. Battle! Either way, I'm grateful for your comment, and thank you so much!

[Arellessful]

Beautifully sung, many thanks.

[varadero1839]

@Arellessful Many thanks for your notice!

[jenson7720]

@jenson7720 i would go for Elly Ameling for Le Collibri,.Irish Mezzo Maire Flavin sings Duparc exceptionally in the final for Cardiff this year and her programme is up on youtube she sings Duparc as her second song.Maybe Greta Feeney for En sourdine.Not forgetting the truly breathtaking Barbara Bonney version of O Quand je dors by Listz[although he was Hungaria]Im not sure if any will live up to Ms Battle vocally, in ur opinion but the songs are interesting if you wish to hear more!Many thanks

[jenson7720]

@varadero1839 indeed Ms.Battle has the MOST exquisite voice!.Art song in general is very satisfying to listen to, and to learn.French song is a joy to sing beacause of the beautiful expressive language and together musically they feel seemless and very soothing.Duparc,Chausson and Faure being my favourites.Listen to Le Collibri Chausson,Chanson Triste Duparc and En Sourdine Faure for ur pleasure if you wish!with thanks

[curlingnf]

Magnificent...Kathleen never fails to deliver.

[x4812k]

@SqueakyWeege unless you have to work with her ;)

kidding, this is lovely!!