Experience the immortal Maria Callas in a groundbreaking concert experience with "Callas in Concert - The Hologram Tour." This extraordinary album captures the essence of Callas' legendary performances, accompanied by live symphony orchestras, bringing her timeless artistry to a new generation of opera enthusiasts. Released on September 14, 2018, by Warner Classics, this collection features 15 iconic arias and orchestral pieces from some of the most beloved operas in the repertoire.
From the dramatic intensity of Verdi's "Macbeth" to the passionate allure of Bizet's "Carmen," and the heart-wrenching beauty of Puccini's "Tosca," Callas' unparalleled vocal prowess shines through in every note. The album spans a duration of 1 hour and 20 minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through her most celebrated roles. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Callas or a newcomer to the world of opera, this album is a testament to her enduring legacy and the power of her performances.
The holographic concert experience, which accompanies this album, brings Callas back to the stage in all her grandeur, confirming her immortality to audiences worldwide. This unique blend of technology and artistry ensures that Callas' voice continues to inspire and captivate, making this album a timeless addition to any classical music collection.
Rossini: La gazza ladra: SinfoniaGioachino Rossini, Carlo Maria Giulini, Philharmonia Orchestra
Gounod: Roméo et Juliette, Act 1: Valse. "Ah ! Je veux vivre dans ce rêve" (Juliette)Charles Gounod, Maria Callas, Georges Prêtre, Orchestre National Radiodiffusion Française
Verdi: Macbeth, Act 1: "Nel dì della vittoria" - "Vieni! T'affretta" (Lady Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Maria Callas, Nicola Rescigno, Philharmonia Orchestra
Bizet: Carmen: PréludeGeorges Bizet, Georges Prêtre, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris
Bizet: Carmen, Act 1: Habanera. "L'amour est un oiseau rebelle" (Carmen, Chœur)Georges Bizet, Maria Callas, Choeurs Rene Duclos, Georges Prêtre, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris
Bizet: Carmen, Act 3: "Mêlons ! Coupons !" (Frasquita, Mercédès, Carmen)Georges Bizet, Maria Callas, Jane Berbié, Nadine Sautereau, Georges Prêtre, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra de Paris
Verdi: Macbeth, Act 4: "Una macchia è qui tuttora" (Lady Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Maria Callas, Nicola Rescigno, Philharmonia Orchestra
Catalani: La Wally, Act 1: "Ebben? Ne andrò lontana" (Wally)Alfredo Catalani, Maria Callas, Tullio Serafin, Philharmonia Orchestra
Thomas: Hamlet, Act 4: "À vos jeux" - Chanson. "Pâle et blonde" (Ophélie)Ambroise Thomas, Maria Callas, Nicola Rescigno, Philharmonia Orchestra
Ponchielli: La Gioconda, Op. 9: PreludioAmilcare Ponchielli, Antonino Votto, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Ponchielli: La Gioconda, Op. 9, Act 4: "Suicidio!" (Gioconda)Amilcare Ponchielli, Maria Callas, Antonino Votto, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Ponchielli: La Gioconda, Op. 9, Act 4: " Ecco, il velen di Laura" (Gioconda, First Voice, Second Voice, Enzo)Amilcare Ponchielli, Maria Callas, Aldo Biffi, Pier Miranda Ferraro, Renato Ercolani, Antonino Votto
Bellini: Norma, Act 1: "Casta diva" (Norma, Coro)Vincenzo Bellini, Maria Callas, Coro Del Teatro Alla Scala Di Milano, Tullio Serafin, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: Tosca, Act 2: "Vissi d'arte" (Tosca)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Georges Prêtre, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire