Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of French opera with Roberto Alagna's "French Opera Arias," a stunning collection released in 2006 under the esteemed Deutsche Grammophon label. This album showcases the extraordinary vocal prowess of Roberto Alagna, one of the most celebrated tenors of our time, as he navigates a diverse array of iconic arias from the French operatic canon.
Spanning a little over an hour, this album features 18 exquisite tracks that highlight Alagna's versatility and technical brilliance. From the haunting beauty of "Je pense à vous" from "Maître Pathelin" to the dramatic intensity of "Vois ma misère, hélas" from "Samson et Dalila," each aria is a testament to Alagna's ability to convey deep emotion and narrative depth. The album includes beloved works such as "Le Cid," "Mireille," and "La Damnation de Faust," offering a comprehensive journey through some of the most cherished pieces in French opera.
Roberto Alagna's "French Opera Arias" is not just a collection of songs; it is a celebration of his artistry and a tribute to the enduring legacy of French opera. Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises to captivate and inspire with its blend of lyrical elegance and dramatic power. The album's release in 2006 marked a significant moment in Alagna's career, coinciding with his notable performances and contributions to the operatic world.
Maître Pathelin - Je pense à vousFrançois Bazin, Roberto Alagna, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Bertrand de Billy
Le Cid - Ah! tout est bien fini! Ô souverain, ô jugeJules Massenet, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Les Abencérages: Suspendez à ces murs… J’ai vu disparaîtreLuigi Cherubini, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Mireille / Act V: Mon coeur est plein d'un noir souci Anges du ParadisCharles Gounod, Roberto Alagna, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Bertrand de Billy
L'amant jaloux: Tandis que tout sommeilleAndré-Ernest-Modeste Grétry, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
La Juive / Act IV: Rachel, quand du Seigneur la grâce tutélaireFromental Halévy, Roberto Alagna, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Bertrand de Billy
Mignon - Elle ne croyait pas, dans sa candeur naïveAmbroise Thomas, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
L'Africaine / Act IV: Pays merveilleuxGiacomo Meyerbeer, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
La Damnation de Faust - Invocation à la natureHector Berlioz, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Iphigénie en Tauride / Act II: Quel langage accablant Unis dès la plus tendre enfanceChristoph Willibald Gluck, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Les pêcheurs de perles, WD 13 / Act I: À cette voix... Je crois entendre encoreGeorges Bizet, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Le Roi d'Ys / Act III: Puisqu'on ne peut fléchir ces jalouses gardiennes - Vainement ma bien-aiméeÉdouard Lalo, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Joseph - Vainement Pharaon dans sa reconnaissance Champs paternelsÉtienne Nicolas Méhul, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Samson et Dalila - Vois ma misère, hélasCamille Saint-Saëns, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
L'attaque du moulin - Drame lyrique en 4 actes: Le jour tombeAlfred Bruneau, Roberto Alagna, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Bertrand de Billy
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