Experience the golden age of opera through the legendary voice of Mirella Freni with "Great Singers Live." This extraordinary collection, released on January 1, 2013, by BR-Klassik, showcases Freni's unparalleled artistry across a diverse range of operatic masterpieces. Spanning nearly four hours, this album is a testament to Freni's enduring legacy and her ability to captivate audiences with her rich, expressive voice.
The album features a stunning array of arias and scenes from some of the most beloved operas in the repertoire, including works by Verdi, Puccini, Mozart, and Tchaikovsky. From the heart-wrenching "Vissi d'arte" from Tosca to the playful "Una voce poco fa" from The Barber of Seville, Freni's performances are marked by their technical brilliance and deep emotional resonance.
"Great Singers Live" is not just a compilation of performances; it is a celebration of Mirella Freni's extraordinary career and her contributions to the world of opera. The album includes collaborations with other renowned singers such as Nicolai Ghiaurov, Elisabeth Grümmer, Lucia Popp, Hermann Prey, and Margaret Price, adding depth and richness to the overall listening experience.
Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a comprehensive and enjoyable introduction to the art form. The meticulous selection of pieces and the high-quality recordings ensure that every note and nuance of Freni's performances are preserved, making this a timeless addition to any classical music collection.
2013 BR-Klassik2013 BR-Klassik
Tracks
Adriana Lecouvreur, Act I: Io son l'umile ancellaFrancesco Cilea, Mirella Freni, Munich Radio Orchestra, Kurt Peter Eichhorn
La boheme, Act I: Si. Mi chiamano MimiGiacomo Puccini, Mirella Freni, Munich Radio Orchestra, Kurt Peter Eichhorn
La boheme, Act II: Quando me'n vo'Giacomo Puccini, Mirella Freni, Munich Radio Orchestra, Vladimir Ghiaurov
Tosca: Tosca, Act II: Vissi d'arteGiacomo Puccini, Mirella Freni, Munich Radio Orchestra, Kurt Peter Eichhorn
Turandot, Act III: Tu, che di gel sei cintaGiacomo Puccini, Mirella Freni, Munich Radio Orchestra, Kurt Peter Eichhorn
Carmen: Carmen, Act III: Recitative: C'est des contrebandiers le refuge ordinaireGeorges Bizet, Mirella Freni, Munich Radio Orchestra, Kurt Peter Eichhorn
Manon: Manon, Act II: Adieu, notre petite tableJules Massenet, Mirella Freni, Munich Radio Orchestra, Kurt Peter Eichhorn
Aida: Aida, Act I: Ritorna vincitorGiuseppe Verdi, Mirella Freni, Munich Radio Orchestra, Vladimir Ghiaurov
Die Hochzeit des Figaro, K. 492, 3. Akt: Canzonetta sull aria… Che soave zeffiretto (Die Verurteilten): Le nozze di Figaro (The Marriage of Figaro), K. 492, Act III: Recitativo and Aria: E Susanna non vien! … Dove sono i bei momentiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Mirella Freni, Munich Radio Orchestra, Vladimir Ghiaurov
Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, Act I: Puskai pogibnu ya, no pryezhde, "Letter Scene" (Sung in German)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mirella Freni, Munich Radio Orchestra, Vladimir Ghiaurov
Adriana Lecouvreur, Act I: Io son l'umile ancellaFrancesco Cilea, Mirella Freni, Munich Radio Orchestra, Vladimir Ghiaurov
Faust: Act I: Le veau d'or est toujours deboutCharles Gounod, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Munich Radio Orchestra, Georges Prêtre
Faust: Act III: Vous qui faites l'endormieCharles Gounod, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Munich Radio Orchestra, Georges Prêtre
La jolie fille de Perth, Act II: Air: Tra, La, La, Tra, La La,! - Quand la flamme d'amourGeorges Bizet, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Munich Radio Orchestra, Alfredo Antonini
Sadko: Sadko: Am Felsenufer toben ungestum die WellenNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Munich Radio Orchestra, Alfredo Antonini
Zhizn' za tsarya (A Life for the Tsar), Op. 4, Act III: Recitative and Aria: Sie ahnen die Wahrheit - Brisch du an, o Morgenrot (Sung in German)Mikhail Glinka, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Munich Radio Orchestra, Alfredo Antonini
Aleko (Sung in German): Aleko: Alles im Schlaf. Vom nach'tgen Himmel strahlt der Mond in kuhler Schonheit (Sung in German)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Munich Radio Orchestra, Alfredo Antonini
Boris Godounov: Prologue: Lang lebe der Zar Boris Feodorowitsch (Sung in German)Modest Mussorgsky, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Munich Radio Orchestra, Georges Prêtre
Simon Boccanegra: Prologue: A te l'estremo addio - Il lacerato spiritoGiuseppe Verdi, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Munich Radio Orchestra, Georges Prêtre
Don Carlos, Act IV: Ella giammai m'amoGiuseppe Verdi, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Munich Radio Orchestra, Georges Prêtre
Il barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville), Act I: Aria: La calunnia e un venticelloGioachino Rossini, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Munich Radio Orchestra, Alfredo Antonini
Mnogo shumu… iz-za serdets (Much Ado… because of Hearts): Kanzone des BretunkenenTikhon Khrennikov, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Munich Radio Orchestra, Alfredo Antonini
Manner suchen stets zu naschen, K. 433/416c (version for voice and piano)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Grümmer, Hans Altmann
Der Zauberer, K. 472Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Grümmer, Hans Altmann
Ridente la calma (arr. W.A. Mozart for voice and piano, K. 152/210a) (Sung in German)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Josef Mysliveček, Elisabeth Grümmer, Hans Altmann
Das Veilchen, K. 476Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Grümmer, Hans Altmann
Die Verschweigung, K. 518Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Grümmer, Hans Altmann
Abendempfindung, K. 523Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Grümmer, Hans Altmann
Un moto di gioia mi sento, K. 579Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Grümmer, Hans Altmann
Le nozze di Figaro (The Marriage of Figaro), K. 492, Act III: Und Susanna kommt nicht - Wohin flohen die Wonnestunden?Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Grümmer, Munich Radio Orchestra, Kurt Peter Eichhorn
Le nozze di Figaro (The Marriage of Figaro), K. 492, Act II: Hor mein Fleh'n, o Gott der LiebeWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Grümmer, Munich Radio Orchestra, Horst Stein
Don Giovanni, K. 527, Act II: Ich grausam? O nein, GeliebterWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Grümmer, Munich Radio Orchestra, Horst Stein
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Act I: Temerari! Sortite fuori di questo loco! - Come scoglioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Grümmer, Munich Radio Orchestra, Kurt Peter Eichhorn
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Act II: Ei parte … senti … ah no! - Per pieta, ben mioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Grümmer, Munich Radio Orchestra, Kurt Peter Eichhorn
Cosi fan tutte, K. 588, Act II: Seinen Armen eil'ich entgegenWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Grümmer, Waldemar Kmentt, Munich Radio Orchestra, Horst Stein
Die Zauberflote (The Magic Flute), K. 620, Act II: Ach! Ich fuhl's, es ist verschwundenWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Elisabeth Grümmer, Munich Radio Orchestra, Kurt Peter Eichhorn
Der Favorit (The Favourite), Act I: Du sollst der Kaiser meiner Seele seinRobert Stolz, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Werner Schmidt-Boelcke
Venus in Seide: Spiel auf deiner Geige das Lied von Leid und LustRobert Stolz, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Werner Schmidt-Boelcke
Paganini, Act II: Ich kann es nicht fassen – Liebe, du Himmel auf ErdenFranz Lehár, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Werner Schmidt-Boelcke
Der Freischutz, J. 277, Act II: Kommt ein schlanker Bursh gegangenCarl Maria von Weber, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Hans Zanotelli
Undine: Undine, Act II: So wiss, dass in allen ElementenAlbert Lortzing, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Hans Zanotelli
Giulio Cesare in Egitto, HWV 17, Act II: Ich lieb euch, ihr Augen (V'adoro, pupille) (Sung in German)George Frideric Handel, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Kurt Peter Eichhorn
Die Hochzeit des Figaro, K. 492, 3. Akt: Canzonetta sull aria… Che soave zeffiretto (Die Verurteilten): Act IV: Giunse al fin il momentoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Kurt Peter Eichhorn
Die Hochzeit des Figaro, K. 492, 3. Akt: Canzonetta sull aria… Che soave zeffiretto (Die Verurteilten): Act IV: Deh vieni non tardarWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Kurt Peter Eichhorn
Il barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville), Act I: Una voce poco faGioachino Rossini, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Kurt Peter Eichhorn
Don Pasquale: Act I: Quel guardo il cavaliereGaetano Donizetti, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Kurt Peter Eichhorn
Don Pasquale: Act III: So anch'io la virtu magicaGaetano Donizetti, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Kurt Peter Eichhorn
Prodana nevesta (The Bartered Bride) (Sung in German): Act III: Endlich alleinBedřich Smetana, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Heinz Wallberg
Prodana nevesta (The Bartered Bride) (Sung in German): Act III: Wie fremd und tot ist alles um mich herBedřich Smetana, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Heinz Wallberg
Vesperae solennes de confessore, K. 339: Laudate DominumWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli