Experience the enchanting debut of Giacomo Puccini's operatic genius with "Puccini: Le Villi." This captivating album presents a distinguished recording of Puccini's first opera, an opera-ballet in two acts that premiered in 1884 at the Teatro dal Verme in Milan. The performance features stellar vocal talents, including the renowned Renata Scotto, Plácido Domingo, and Leo Nucci, accompanied by the legendary Tito Gobbi. Under the skilled direction of conductor Lorin Maazel, the National Philharmonic Orchestra and the Ambrosian Opera Chorus bring Puccini's hauntingly beautiful score to life. The album spans a duration of 1 hour and 4 minutes, offering a rich and immersive journey through Puccini's early masterpiece. With its blend of lyrical melodies and dramatic intensity, "Le Villi" showcases the budding brilliance of one of opera's most celebrated composers. This recording, originally released in 1980 by Sony Classical, remains a testament to Puccini's enduring legacy and the timeless appeal of his music.
(P) 1980 Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Le Villi: PreludioGiacomo Puccini, Lorin Maazel, National Philharmonic Orchestra, London National Philharmonic Orchestra
Le Villi: Act I - Evviva! Evviva! Evviva!Giacomo Puccini, Lorin Maazel, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, Leo Nucci, London National Philharmonic Orchestra
Le Villi: Act I - Se come voi piccina io fossi... Non ti scordar di me!Giacomo Puccini, Lorin Maazel, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Plácido Domingo, Renata Scotto, London National Philharmonic Orchestra
Le Villi: Act I - Non esser, Anna mia, mesta sì tanto... Tu dell'infanzia miaGiacomo Puccini, Lorin Maazel, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Plácido Domingo, Renata Scotto, London National Philharmonic Orchestra
Le Villi: Act I - Presto! Presto in viaggio!... Angiol di DioGiacomo Puccini, Lorin Maazel, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, Plácido Domingo, Renata Scotto, Leo Nucci, London National Philharmonic Orchestra
Le Villi: Act I - L'AbbandonoGiacomo Puccini, Lorin Maazel, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, Tito Gobbi, London National Philharmonic Orchestra
Le Villi: Act I - La TregendaGiacomo Puccini, Lorin Maazel, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Tito Gobbi, London National Philharmonic Orchestra
Le Villi: Act II - No, possibil non è... Anima santa della figlia miaGiacomo Puccini, Lorin Maazel, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Leo Nucci, London National Philharmonic Orchestra, Ambrosian Opera Chorus
Le Villi: Act II - Ei giunge!... Torna ai felici dìGiacomo Puccini, Lorin Maazel, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, Plácido Domingo, London National Philharmonic Orchestra
Le Villi: Act II - Cammina! Cammina! Cammina!... Ricordi quel che diceviGiacomo Puccini, Lorin Maazel, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, Plácido Domingo, Renata Scotto, London National Philharmonic Orchestra
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