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Roussel: Le Testament De La Tante Caroline [ CD / Album ]

Roussel: Le Testament De La Tante Caroline

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  • Released Date: 11 Mar 2022

  • Genre: Classical

Our Take

Albert Roussel's "La Testament De La Tante Caroline" is a delightful romp through the world of Parisian frivolity. The album's playful charm is reminiscent of a raucous night at the Moulin Rouge, complete with accordion melodies and cheeky lyrics that will have you tapping your toes and reaching for another glass of champagne.

Roussel's compositions are a whirlwind of energy, with each track bursting at the seams with infectious rhythms and catchy hooks. From the jaunty "La Ronde Des Lettres" to the bittersweet "La Maison de la Tante Caroline," every song is a testament to the composer's skill at blending traditional French cabaret with a modern twist.

The standout track, "Le Chagrin de Robert," is a masterclass in storytelling, weaving a tale of love and loss with a wistful melody that will linger in your mind long after the music has stopped. Roussel's intricate arrangements and clever wordplay make this album a joy to listen to, with each listen revealing new layers of complexity and wit.

In a music landscape dominated by cookie-cutter pop stars and soulless electronic beats, "La Testament De La Tante Caroline" is a refreshing breath of fresh air. So grab your beret, pour yourself a glass of wine, and let Albert Roussel whisk you away to the streets of Paris for a musical adventure you won't soon forget.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Ouverture
2. Ah! Pauvre Tante Caroline
3. Avez-vous Vu Ces Trois Gredines Qui Se Prétendent Héritières?
4. La Patronne N'aurait Jamais Dû Mourir
5. Il Est Parti?
6. En Voilà Des Manières!
7. Mais Laissez-moi Passer!
8. Alors Voyons, Racontez-moi Ça
9. Maintenant Si Vous Le Voulez Bien
10. Mademoiselle Irène D'Anjou
11. Ce Silence Ne M'étonne Pas!
12. Prenez Ce Siège Que L'on Vous Offre
13. Vous Êtes Sans Doute Les Héritiers?
14. Prenez Un Siège
15. Mais Qu'est Ce Que Ça Veut Dire Tout Ça?
16. J'attaque!
17. Le 18 Juin À Six Heures Du Soir Moins Deux Minutes
18. C'était Un Gars De La Bretagne
19. L'affaire Est D'importance
20. Je Le Proclame Légataire Universel!

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