"Night Driving? Opera will keep you Awake!" is a captivating and unique album by RR, released on November 30, 2015, under the Music Manager label. This 24-track collection spans an impressive 1 hour and 53 minutes, offering a diverse range of operatic arias and orchestral pieces that defy conventional genre boundaries. The album blends elements of dancehall and drill with classical opera, creating a fresh and unexpected sonic experience.
Featuring performances by the Opera Orchestra Bratislava, conducted by Oliver von Dohnányi and with vocals by Lawrence Tibbett, this album showcases a rich tapestry of musical talent. The tracklist includes iconic arias from operas such as "Hérodiade" by Jules Massenet, "Falstaff" by Giuseppe Verdi, "Andrea Chénier" by Umberto Giordano, and "Don Giovanni" by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, among others. The inclusion of works by Modest Mussorgsky and Mozart adds depth and variety to the collection.
"Night Driving? Opera will keep you Awake!" is not just an album; it's an exploration of the intersection between classical opera and modern musical styles. Whether you're a fan of opera, dancehall, or drill, this album offers something unique and engaging. The blend of traditional and contemporary elements makes it a standout release in the world of music. Prepare to be immersed in a world where classical elegance meets urban energy, all under the guidance of RR's creative vision.
2015 Music Manager2015 Essential Media Group LLC, under license to Music Manager
Tracks
Hérodiade: Hérodiade, Act II: Vision fugitiveJules Massenet, RR, Lawrence Tibbett
Falstaff: Falstaff, Act I: Honor MonologueGiuseppe Verdi, RR, Lawrence Tibbett
Andrea Chénier: Andrea Chénier, Act III: Nemico della PatriaUmberto Giordano, RR, Lawrence Tibbett
Falstaff: Falstaff, Act II, Scene 1: Ford's MonologueGiuseppe Verdi, RR, Lawrence Tibbett
Rigoletto: Rigoletto, Act I, Scene 2: Pari siamo!Giuseppe Verdi, RR, Lawrence Tibbett
Falstaff: Falstaff, Act II, Scene 2: Quand ero PaggioGiuseppe Verdi, RR, Lawrence Tibbett
Don Giovanni: Don Giovanni, Act I, Scene 5: Madamina, il catalogo è questoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Lawrence Tibbett
Boris Godunov: Boris Godunov: Act I, 2Modest Mussorgsky, RR, Bolshoi Theatre Symphony Orchestra, Bolshoi Theatre Choir, Mark Ermler
Boris Godunov: Boris Godunov: Act III, Scene 1Modest Mussorgsky, RR, Bolshoi Theatre Symphony Orchestra, Bolshoi Theatre Choir, Mark Ermler
Four Portraits and a Dėnouement from the Gambler, Op. 49: Four Portraits and a Dėnouement from the Gambler, Op. 49: III. GeneralSergei Prokofiev, RR, Moscow RTV Symphony Orchestra, Guennadi Rosdhestvenski
Four Portraits and a Dėnouement from the Gambler, Op. 49: Four Portraits and a Dėnouement from the Gambler, Op. 49: V. DėnouementSergei Prokofiev, RR, Moscow RTV Symphony Orchestra, Guennadi Rosdhestvenski
The Impresario, K. 486: The Impresario, K. 486: OvertureWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: Una bella serenataWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: La mia Dorabella capace non eWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: Vorrei dir e cor non hoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: in uomini, in soldatiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: Smanie implacabiliWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: Rivolgete a lui lo guardoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: E voi ridete?Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: Temerari... Come scoglioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: Una donna a quindici anniWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: Un´aura amorosaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: È amore un ladroncellWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: Donne mie, la fate a tantiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi