Experience the golden voice of Mario Lanza in this extraordinary collection, "Mario Lanza Live," featuring never-before-published recordings from the 1940s and 1950s. This two-disc set, released by Andromeda, offers an intimate look into the live performances of one of the most celebrated tenors of all time. Spanning a remarkable two hours and thirty-one minutes, this album is a treasure trove of operatic and canzone napoletana gems.
The tracklist is a testament to Mario Lanza's versatility and prowess, featuring iconic arias from operas such as "Tosca," "La traviata," "Madame Butterfly," and "Rigoletto." Fans will delight in hearing Lanza's renditions of beloved songs like "E lucevan le stelle," "Vesti la giubba," and "Nessun dorma." The album also includes lesser-known but equally enchanting pieces like "In A Persian Garden" and "The Student Prince," showcasing Lanza's ability to captivate audiences across various genres.
"Mario Lanza Live" is not just a compilation of songs; it's a historical document that captures the essence of Lanza's live performances. The recordings, spanning a decade of his career, offer a unique perspective on his artistry and the impact he had on audiences worldwide. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a casual fan of beautiful music, this album is a captivating journey through the golden age of opera, as seen through the lens of one of its brightest stars.
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Tracks
Tosca: Act I: Recondita armoniaGiacomo Puccini, Mario Lanza, Jean Tennyson, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
Tosca: Act I: Mario! Mario! … Son qui!Giacomo Puccini, Mario Lanza, Jean Tennyson, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
Tosca: Act III: E lucevan le stelleGiacomo Puccini, Mario Lanza, Jean Tennyson, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
Otello*: Act I: Inaffia l'ugola!Giuseppe Verdi, Mario Lanza, Robert Weede, Jean Tennyson, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
Otello*: Act I: Gia nella notteGiuseppe Verdi, Mario Lanza, Robert Weede, Jean Tennyson, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
In A Persian Garden: Ah, Moon of My DelightLiza Lehmann, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
In A Persian Garden: A Jug Of WineLiza Lehmann, Mario Lanza, Frances Yeend, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
The Student Prince: Act I: SerenadeSigmund Romberg, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
The Student Prince: Act I: Deep in my heartSigmund Romberg, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown, Kathryn Grayson, Johnny Green
The Student Prince: Act I: Golden DaysSigmund Romberg, Mario Lanza, Robert Weede, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
The Girl from Utah: They Didn't Believe MeJerome Kern, Mario Lanza, Kathryn Grayson, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
Lucia di Lammermoor, Act I: Verranno a te sull'aureGaetano Donizetti, Mario Lanza, Kathryn Grayson, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
Interviewna Not Applicable, Mario Lanza, Kathryn Grayson, Artist Unknown
The Toast of New Orleans: Be My LoveNicholas Brodszky, Mario Lanza, Kathryn Grayson, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
La traviata, Act I: Libiamo ne' lieti caliciGiuseppe Verdi, Mario Lanza, Kathryn Grayson, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
Madame Butterfly, 1. Akt: Vogliatemi bene (Mona Lisa): Madama Butterfly, Act I: Vogliatemi beneGiacomo Puccini, Mario Lanza, Kathryn Grayson, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
Pagliacci, Act I: Vesti la giubbaRuggero Leoncavallo, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown
La fanciulla del West, Act III: Ch'ella mi credaGiacomo Puccini, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown
Torna a Surriento (Come Back to Sorrento)Ernesto de Curtis, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown
La cena delle beffeUmberto Giordano, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown
Agnus DeiGeorges Bizet, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
Turandot, Act III: Nessun dorma!Giacomo Puccini, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
Halloween SuiteLionel Barrymore, Mario Lanza, Kathryn Grayson, Artist Unknown, Roger Wagner
La boheme, Act I: O soave fanciullaGiacomo Puccini, Mario Lanza, Kathryn Grayson, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
Thine AloneVictor Herbert, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown, Miklós Rózsa
Rigoletto, Act I: E il sol dell'animaGiuseppe Verdi, Mario Lanza, Kathryn Grayson, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
Rigoletto, Act III: La donna e mobileGiuseppe Verdi, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
L'arlesiana, Act II: E la solita storiaFrancesco Cilea, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
Pagliacci, Act I: Vesti la giubbaRuggero Leoncavallo, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
A Night at the Opera: Cosi, CosaWalter Jurmann, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
Tosca: Tosca, Act III: E lucevan le stelleGiacomo Puccini, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
Come, ye thankful people, comeGeorge Job Elvey, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
Pagliacci, Act I: Vesti la giubbaRuggero Leoncavallo, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
The Toast of New Orleans: Be My LoveNicholas Brodszky, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown, Johnny Green
La boheme, Act IV (excerpts)Giacomo Puccini, Mario Lanza, Artist Unknown, Kathryn Grayson
Mario Lanza, the charismatic American tenor and actor, captivated audiences in the late 1940s and 1950s with his powerful voice and silver screen presence. Beginning his professional singing journey at just 16, Lanza's talent quickly caught the eye of Hollywood mogul Louis B. Mayer, who signed him to a seven-year film contract after a stunning performance at the Hollywood Bowl. Though his operatic stage experience was limited to two performances and a role in Puccini's "Madama Butterfly" in New Orleans, Lanza's enchanting voice and acting prowess made him a beloved star. His repertoire spans the emotive canzoni napoletane and the grandeur of opera, offering a rich and diverse musical experience.
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