Experience the timeless artistry of Maria Callas in this exquisite collection of Puccini's most beloved arias and scenes, released on Warner Classics. This album, featuring the legendary soprano, showcases her unparalleled vocal prowess and dramatic intensity, making it a quintessential addition to any classical music enthusiast's library.
Spanning iconic operas such as "Madama Butterfly," "Turandot," "La bohème," "Tosca," and "Gianni Schicchi," this album offers a comprehensive journey through Puccini's masterful compositions. Each track is a testament to Callas's ability to infuse every note with profound emotion and technical brilliance. From the heart-wrenching "Vissi d'arte" from "Tosca" to the tender "O mio babbino caro" from "Gianni Schicchi," Callas's performances are nothing short of extraordinary.
The album includes renowned arias like "Un bel dì vedremo" from "Madama Butterfly," "Che gelida manina!" from "La bohème," and "In questa reggia" from "Turandot," each showcasing Callas's versatility and depth as a vocalist. The inclusion of full scenes, such as those from "Tosca" and "La bohème," provides a richer context, allowing listeners to appreciate the dramatic nuances that Callas brings to her roles.
Recorded with meticulous attention to detail, this collection features high-quality remastering that preserves the original performances' authenticity while enhancing the listening experience. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Maria Callas or a newcomer to the world of opera, this album is a treasure trove of Puccini's genius, brought to life by one of the most celebrated voices in operatic history.
Puccini: Madama Butterfly, Act 2: "Un bel dì vedremo" (Butterfly)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Herbert von Karajan, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: Madama Butterfly, Act 2: "Che vuol da me?" (Butterfly, Suzuki, Sharpless, Kate)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Lucia Danieli, Luisa Villa, Mario Borriello, Herbert von Karajan, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: Madama Butterfly, Act 2: "Come una mosca prigioniera" (Butterfly, Suzuki)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Lucia Danieli, Herbert von Karajan, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: Madama Butterfly, Act 2: "Con onor muore" (Butterfly, Pinkerton)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Nicolai Gedda, Herbert von Karajan, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: Turandot, Act 2: "In questa reggia" (Turandot, Calaf, Coro)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Coro Del Teatro Alla Scala Di Milano, Eugenio Fernandi, Tullio Serafin, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: Turandot, Act 2: "Straniero, ascolta! Nella cupa notte" (Turandot, Calaf, Coro)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Coro Del Teatro Alla Scala Di Milano, Eugenio Fernandi, Tullio Serafin, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: Turandot, Act 2: "Guizza al pari di fiamma" (Turandot, Imperatore, Coro, Liù, Calaf)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Coro Del Teatro Alla Scala Di Milano, Elisabeth Schwarzkopf, Eugenio Fernandi, Giuseppe Nessi, Tullio Serafin, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: Turandot, Act 2: "Gelo che ti dà foco" (Turandot, Calaf, Coro)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Coro Del Teatro Alla Scala Di Milano, Eugenio Fernandi, Tullio Serafin, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: Turandot, Act 2: "Gloria, o vincitore!" (Coro)Giacomo Puccini, Tullio Serafin, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: Turandot, Act 2: "Figlio del cielo!" (Turandot, Emperor, Coro, Calaf)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Coro Del Teatro Alla Scala Di Milano, Eugenio Fernandi, Giuseppe Nessi, Tullio Serafin, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: La bohème, Act 1: "Non sono in vena" (Rodolfo, Mimì)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Antonino Votto, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: La bohème, Act 1: "Che gelida manina!" (Rodolfo)Giacomo Puccini, Antonino Votto, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: La bohème, Act 1: "Sì. Mi chiamano Mimì" (Mimì, Rodolfo)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Antonino Votto, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: La bohème, Act 1: "Ehi! Rodolfo!" - "O soave fanciulla" (Schaunard, Colline, Marcello, Rodolfo, Mimì)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Manuel Spatafora, Nicola Zaccaria, Rolando Panerai, Antonino Votto, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: La bohème, Act 3: "Donde lieta uscì al tuo grido d'amore" (Mimì)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Antonino Votto, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: La bohème, Act 4: "Vecchia zimarra, senti" (Colline)Giacomo Puccini, Antonino Votto, Nicola Zaccaria, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: La bohème, Act 4: "Schaunard, ognuno per diversa via" (Colline, Schaunard)Giacomo Puccini, Antonino Votto, Manuel Spatafora, Nicola Zaccaria, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: La bohème, Act 4: "Sono andati?" (Mimì, Rodolfo)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Antonino Votto, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: La bohème, Act 4: "Oh Dio! Mimì!" - "Che avvien?" (Rodolfo, Schaunard, Mimì, Musetta, Marcello, Colline)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Anna Moffo, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Manuel Spatafora, Nicola Zaccaria, Rolando Panerai, Antonino Votto, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: Tosca, Act 2: "Orsù, Tosca, parlate" (Scarpia, Tosca, Cavaradossi)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Carlo Bergonzi, Tito Gobbi, Georges Prêtre, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Puccini: Tosca, Act 2: "Nel pozzo… nel giardino" (Scarpia, Sciarrone, Tosca, Cavaradossi)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Carlo Bergonzi, Tito Gobbi, Ugo Trama, Georges Prêtre, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Puccini: Tosca, Act 2: "Se la giurata fede debbo tradir" (Scarpia, Tosca)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Tito Gobbi, Georges Prêtre, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Puccini: Tosca, Act 2: "Vissi d'arte" (Tosca)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Victor de Sabata, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: Tosca, Act 3: "E non giungono" (Tosca, Cavaradossi, Carceriere)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Carlo Bergonzi, Leonardo Monreale, Georges Prêtre, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Puccini: Tosca, Act 3: "Com'è lunga l'attesa!" (Tosca)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Georges Prêtre, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Puccini: Tosca, Act 3: "Presto! Su, Mario! Mario! Su! Presto! Andiam! " (Tosca, Voci, Sciarrone, Spoletta)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Choeurs du Théâtre National de l'Opéra, Renato Ercolani, Ugo Trama, Georges Prêtre, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Puccini: Gianni Schicchi: "O mio babbino caro" (Lauretta)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Tullio Serafin, Philharmonia Orchestra
Puccini: Manon Lescaut, Act 4: "Sola, perduta, abbandonata" (Manon)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Tullio Serafin, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Puccini: Manon Lescaut, Act 4: "Fra le tue braccia, amore" (Manon, Des Grieux)Giacomo Puccini, Maria Callas, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Tullio Serafin, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Giacomo Puccini, born in the charming town of Lucca in 1858, is celebrated as one of the most renowned composers in the history of opera. Hailing from a family of musicians, Puccini's early works were steeped in the romantic traditions of Italian opera, but he soon became a leading figure in the verismo style, known for its gritty realism and emotional intensity. His operas, including the beloved "La Bohème," "Tosca," "Madama Butterfly," and the unfinished "Turandot," are renowned for their dramatic plots and deeply moving music. Puccini's untimely death in 1924 left the world in shock, but his legacy endures, with his works remaining staples of the operatic repertoire. His compositions continue to captivate audiences worldwide, showcasing his unparalleled ability to blend passion, drama, and musical innovation.