Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Cécile McLorin Salvant’s Mélusine, a jazz music album that masterfully blends five original compositions with interpretations of nine songs stemming from as far back as the twelfth century. This captivating collection features vocals in French, Occitan, English, and Haitian Kreyòl, highlighting Salvant’s versatile artistry.
Among the standout tracks is the mesmerizing single ‘D’un feu secret’, which showcases Michel Lambert’s 1660 air de cour, beautifully complemented by an animated video crafted by Amanda Bonaiuto. With a total of 14 tracks, this album is a must-have for any jazz enthusiast.
- 1. Est-ce Ainsi Que Les Hommes Vivent?
- 2. La Route Enchantée
- 3. Il M’a Vue Nue
- 4. Dites Moi Que Je Suis Belle
- 5. Doudou
- 6. Petite Musique Terrienne
- 7. Aida
- 8. Mélusine
- 9. Wedo
- 10. D’un Feu Secret
- 11. Le Temps Est Assassin
- 12. Fenestra
- 13. Domna N’Almucs
- 14. Dame Iseut
Maria Gray (verified owner) –
Absolutely mesmerizing! Cécile McLorin Salvant’s Mélusine is one of the best jazz music albums I’ve ever purchased.
Henry Murphy (verified owner) –
A remarkable collection of French songs that beautifully blend history and modern jazz. Highly recommend getting this album!
Luis Chang (verified owner) –
The Mélusine album is a fantastic journey through different cultures and eras. I’ve already recommended it to my friends!