Immerse yourself in the profound and powerful world of opera with Nicolai Ghiaurov's "Ghiaurov: Opernszenen." Released on January 1, 2016, under the Orfeo label, this album is a testament to Ghiaurov's extraordinary vocal prowess and his ability to bring depth and nuance to some of the most iconic roles in opera. Spanning a rich and diverse repertoire, the album features excerpts from renowned operas such as "Simon Boccanegra," "Don Carlos," "Attila," "Macbeth," "Il barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville)," "Eugene Onegin," and "Boris Godunov." With a duration of 1 hour and 13 minutes, this collection showcases Ghiaurov's versatility and mastery of both classical and dramatic roles. Each track is a masterclass in vocal artistry, highlighting Ghiaurov's rich, resonant voice and his ability to convey a wide range of emotions. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a captivating journey through some of the most beloved and enduring works in the operatic canon.
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Tracks
Simon Boccanegra: Prologue. A te l'estremo addioGiuseppe Verdi, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Eberhard Wächter, Vienna State Opera Chorus, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Josef Krips
Simon Boccanegra: Prologue. Suona ogni labbro il mio nomeGiuseppe Verdi, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Eberhard Wächter, Vienna State Opera Chorus, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Josef Krips
Don Carlos, Act IV: Ella giammai m'amoGiuseppe Verdi, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Horst Stein
Attila, Act I: Aria. Mentre gonfiarsi l'animaGiuseppe Verdi, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Giuseppe Sinopoli
Macbeth, Act II: Scena e aria: Studia il passo, o mio figlio…Come dal ciel precipitaGiuseppe Verdi, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Giuseppe Sinopoli
Il barbiere di Siviglia (the Barber of Seville), Act I: La calunnia e un venticelloGioachino Rossini, Vienna State Opera Chorus, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Miguel Gomez-Martinez
Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, Act III: Lyubvi fse vozrasti pokorni (“Prince Gremin's Aria”)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Vienna State Opera Chorus, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper
Boris Godunov: Die hochste Macht ist mein (1872 version)Modest Mussorgsky, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Robert Satanowski
Boris Godunov: Erlaubt, mein Herr und Zar (1872 version)Modest Mussorgsky, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Karl Terkal, Rohangiz Yachmi, Waldemar Kmentt, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Robert Satanowski
Boris Godunov: Oh! Ich erstick! (1872 version)Modest Mussorgsky, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Robert Satanowski
Boris Godunov – Appendix, Act IV: Boris's Farewell and Prayer (1872 version)Modest Mussorgsky, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Karl Terkal, Rohangiz Yachmi, Waldemar Kmentt, Orchester der Wiener Staatsoper, Robert Satanowski
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