Dive into the rich and powerful world of opera with Dmitri Hvorostovsky's "Portrait," a captivating collection released by Decca Music Group Ltd. in 2006. This two-CD set showcases the extraordinary talent of one of the most celebrated baritones of our time, featuring a stunning array of arias and songs that highlight Hvorostovsky's remarkable vocal range and interpretive depth.
Spanning a duration of 2 hours and 23 minutes, "Portrait" offers a comprehensive journey through some of the most beloved and iconic works in the operatic repertoire. From the passionate arias of Verdi's "La traviata" and "Il Trovatore" to the lyrical beauty of Tchaikovsky's "Eugene Onegin" and "The Queen of Spades," each track is a testament to Hvorostovsky's artistry and his ability to bring profound emotion and nuance to every performance. The album also includes lesser-known gems and arrangements, providing a diverse and engaging listening experience.
Hvorostovsky's "Portrait" is not just a collection of songs but a celebration of his unique voice and his deep connection to the music. Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding experience. The meticulous selection of pieces, combined with Hvorostovsky's unparalleled talent, makes "Portrait" a standout addition to any classical music collection.
La traviata / Act II: Di Provenza il mar, il suolGiuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Il Trovatore - Act 2: "Il balen del suo sorriso" - "Qual suono! o ciel!"Giuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Don Carlo: "Per me guinto - O Carlo ascolta"Giuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Il barbiere di Siviglia / Act I: No. 2 Cavatina: "Largo al factotum"Gioachino Rossini, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
L'elisir d'amore / Act I: Come Paride vezzosoGaetano Donizetti, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
Lucia di Lammermoor / Act I: Cruda, funesta smaniaGaetano Donizetti, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
I puritani / Act I: Or dove fuggo mai?... Ah! per sempre io ti perdeiVincenzo Bellini, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
Don Pasquale / Act I: Bella siccome un angeloGaetano Donizetti, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, TH 5 / Act I: Vi mnye pisali - Kogda bi zhizn domashnim krugomPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Tsar's Bride / Act I: S uma neydot krasavitsaNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Tsar's Bride / Act 1: "Zachem ty"Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Olga Borodina, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Serse, HWV 40, Act I: Frondi tenere e belle ... Ombra mai fùGeorge Frideric Handel, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30 / Act III: Che farò senza Euridice?Christoph Willibald Gluck, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Tito Manlio, RV 778: Se il cor guerriero (Arr. Papp)Antonio Vivaldi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
La costanza in amor vince l'inganno: Selve Amiche (Arr. Reynolds)Antonio Caldara, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Caro mio ben (Arr. Marriner)Tommaso Giordani, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Do Not Sing, My Beauty, Op. 4 No. 4Sergei Rachmaninoff, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Oleg Boshniakovich
In the Mysterious Silence of the Night, Op. 4 No. 3Sergei Rachmaninoff, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Oleg Boshniakovich
None But the Lonely Heart, Op. 6 No. 6Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Oleg Boshniakovich
Oh, if you could only, Op. 38, TH 101, No. 4Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Mikhail Arkadiev
Again, As Before, Alone, Op. 73 No. 6Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Oleg Boshniakovich
Songs and Dances of Death: No. 1, LullabyModest Mussorgsky, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Songs and Dances of Death: No. 2, SerenadeModest Mussorgsky, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Songs and Dances of Death: No. 3, TrepakModest Mussorgsky, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Songs and Dances of Death: No. 4, Field MarshalModest Mussorgsky, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Russia's War: 2. TearsStanislas Syrewicz, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Cantus Dei Choir Of Moscow, The Red Army Choir, State Symphonic Orchestra Of Cinematography, Sergei Skripka
Karabejniki (The Little Box)Anonymous, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Ossipov Russian Folk Orchestra, Nicolay Kalinin
Kagda, dusha (Elegia) (When, My Soul, You Wanted)Anonymous, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Ossipov Russian Folk Orchestra, Nicolay Kalinin
Ochi chornyje (Dark Eyes)Anonymous, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Ossipov Russian Folk Orchestra, Nicolay Kalinin
Kalinka (Arr. Kozlov)Anonymous, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, St.Petersburg Chamber Choir, Nikolai Korniev
Dmitri Hvorostovsky, the beloved Russian operatic baritone, was born on 16 October 1962 in Krasnoyarsk, Siberia. His journey to operatic stardom began after studying with Yekaterina Yofel in his hometown, leading to his triumphant victory at the BBC Cardiff Singer of the World competition in 1989. Before his operatic success, Hvorostovsky even sang in a heavy metal band, showcasing his versatile vocal range. Known for his powerful and emotive performances, Hvorostovsky's repertoire spanned a wide array of classical and operatic genres. Despite battling a brain tumour, he continued to captivate audiences with his incredible talent until his passing on 22 November 2017, at the age of 55. His legacy as a husband, father, son, and friend endures, as does his remarkable contribution to the world of opera.
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