Dive into the world of Giuseppe Verdi with "Great Verdi Voices," a captivating compilation of some of the most celebrated performances of Verdi's operatic masterpieces. This album, released by BR-Klassik, brings together a stellar cast of vocalists and the Münchner Rundfunkorchester, offering a rich tapestry of Verdi's most beloved arias and ensembles.
Spanning a recording period from 1962 to 1984, this collection features legendary artists such as Julia Varady, Vladimir Atlantov, Neil Shicoff, and many more, each bringing their unique interpretive skills to Verdi's timeless compositions. From the dramatic intensity of "Macbeth" to the lyrical beauty of "La traviata," every track showcases the depth and range of Verdi's genius.
The album includes iconic pieces like "Cortigiani, vil razza dannata" from "Rigoletto," the haunting "Di quella pira" from "Il Trovatore," and the stirring "Ritorna vincitor" from "Aida." Each performance is a testament to the enduring power of Verdi's music and the artistry of the singers who bring it to life.
"Great Verdi Voices" is not just a collection of recordings; it is a historical document that captures the evolution of Verdi's reception in Germany over two decades. Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of classical music, this album offers a profound and enjoyable experience. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Giuseppe Verdi's operatic legacy with this exceptional compilation.
2016 BR-Klassik2016 BR-Klassik
Tracks
Ernani: Surta è la notte - Ernani! Ernani, involamiGiuseppe Verdi, Leontyne Price, Carlo Franci, Munich Radio Orchestra
Ernani: Mercè, diletti amici - Come rugiada al cespiteGiuseppe Verdi, Neil Shicoff, Munich Radio Orchestra, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Heinz Wallberg
Macbeth: Aria. La luce langueGiuseppe Verdi, Julia Varady, Heinz Wallberg, Munich Radio Orchestra
Il corsaro: Tutto parea sorridereGiuseppe Verdi, José Carreras, Lamberto Gardelli, Munich Radio Orchestra
Rigoletto: Cortigiani, vil razza dannataGiuseppe Verdi, Nicolai Gedda, Kurt Peter Eichhorn, Piero Cappuccilli, Munich Radio Orchestra
Rigoletto: La donna è mobileGiuseppe Verdi, Piero Cappuccilli, Nicolai Gedda, Kurt Peter Eichhorn, Munich Radio Orchestra
Il Trovatore: Ah, sì, ben mio, coll'essereGiuseppe Verdi, Carlo Bergonzi, Kurt Peter Eichhorn, Munich Radio Orchestra
Il Trovatore: Di quella pira l'orrendo focoGiuseppe Verdi, Franco Bonisolli, Munich Radio Orchestra, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Hermann Hildebrandt
La traviata: È strano! - Ah, fors'è luiGiuseppe Verdi, Anneliese Rothenberger, Arnold Quennet, Munich Radio Orchestra
La traviata: Di Provenza il mar, il suolGiuseppe Verdi, Renato Bruson, Giuseppe Patanè, Munich Radio Orchestra
Un ballo in maschera: Saper vorreste di che se vesteGiuseppe Verdi, Arleen Auger, Kurt Peter Eichhorn, Munich Radio Orchestra
Don Carlo: Tu che la vanitàGiuseppe Verdi, Sena Jurinac, Horst Stein, Munich Radio Orchestra
Aida: Ritorna vincitor - Numi, pietàGiuseppe Verdi, Margaret Price, Heinz Wallberg, Munich Radio Orchestra
Otello: Niun mi temaGiuseppe Verdi, Vladimir Atlantov, Heinz Wallberg, Munich Radio Orchestra
Falstaff: Ehi paggio!... L' onore! Ladri!Giuseppe Verdi, Giuseppe Taddei, Kurt Peter Eichhorn, Munich Radio Orchestra