Mélodies (Selected)
Claude Debussy
Gérard Souzay, Dalton Baldwin
Selected Debussy songs. 1961Top choice. From the 'king of chanson,' Gérard Souzay. He is immersed in the style, singing with a sensuous line, gorgeous tone, and wonderful character. A perfect introduction to French chanson.
Apple MusicRégine Crespin, John Wustman
Chansons de Bilitis. 1967A highly recommended selection of 'Chansons de Bilitis' (coupled with her top-choice Berlioz). Crespin 'really gets that style,' singing in a sultry, dreamy, and wistful manner.
Apple Music YouTube — Trois Chansons de Bilitis only.
Maggie Teyte, Gerald Moore
Selected Debussy songs from a mixed French recital collection. 1940s Mono recording.From an English singer who knew Debussy and specialized in French song. She was immersed in the style, singing with a beautiful high, bell-like soprano sound. Part of a priceless set of French songs.
Maggie Teyte, Alfred Cortot
Chansons de Bilitis and Fêtes galantes. mid-1930s Mono recording.An earlier recording of 'Chansons de Bilitis' and 'Fête Galante' with Teyte in better voice. Both artists 'really dig into the music'.
YouTube — De grève only.