Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Jussi Björling, one of the most celebrated tenors of the 20th century, with the album "Four Golden Tenors Of The Past." Released on August 30, 2006, by Preiser Records, this collection showcases Björling's extraordinary vocal prowess and emotional depth through a selection of beloved opera arias. Spanning a rich duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes, the album features iconic pieces such as "Nessun Dorma" from "Turandot," "Che gelida manina" from "La Bohème," and "E lucevan le stelle" from "Tosca," among others. Björling's powerful and expressive voice, often hailed as one of the finest in operatic history, brings these arias to life with unparalleled passion and technical brilliance. Known for his remarkable vibrato and rich tonal qualities, Björling's performances are a testament to his enduring legacy in the world of opera. This album is a must-listen for both opera enthusiasts and those new to the genre, offering a glimpse into the golden age of tenors and the timeless beauty of classical music.
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Tracks
Se quel guerrier io fossi - Celeste Aida (Aida)Giovanni Martinelli
Un di all´azzurro spazio (Andrea Chenier)Giovanni Martinelli
Come un bel di di maggio (Andrea Chenier)Giovanni Martinelli
Amor ti vieta di non amar (Fedora)Giovanni Martinelli
Che gelida manina (La Bohème)Giovanni Martinelli
Ah si, ben mio coll`essere (Il Trovatore)Aureliano Pertile
Di quella pira (Il Trovatore)Aureliano Pertile
Quando le sere al placido (Luisa Miller)Aureliano Pertile
O tu, che in seno agli Angeli (La forza del destino)Aureliano Pertile
Recitar - Vesti la giubba (I Pagliacci)Aureliano Pertile
Tombe degli avi miei (Lucia di Lammermoor)Beniamino Gigli
De` miei bollenti spiriti (La Traviata)Beniamino Gigli
O Paradiso! (L´Africana)Beniamino Gigli
Cielo e mar (La Gioconda)Beniamino Gigli
Dai campi, dai prati (Mefistofele)Beniamino Gigli
Meco all´altar di Venere (Norma)Giacomo Lauri - Volpi
Bianca al par di neve alpina (Gli Ugonotti)Giacomo Lauri - Volpi
Salut, demeure chaste e pure (Faust)Giacomo Lauri - Volpi
La fleur que tu m´avais jetee (Carmen)Giacomo Lauri - Volpi