Renata Tebaldi, one of the most celebrated sopranos of the 20th century, delivers an exquisite collection of arias in "Voice of Gold." This album, released in 2008 by Regis Records, showcases Tebaldi's remarkable vocal prowess and emotional depth, spanning iconic works from Verdi, Puccini, Giordano, Cilea, and Mascagni. Accompanied by the esteemed Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Tebaldi's performance is nothing short of breathtaking, with each aria highlighting her signature warmth, clarity, and dramatic intensity.
The album features a diverse selection of arias, including beloved pieces like "La mamma morta" from Giordano's "Andrea Chenier," "Sola, perduta, abbandonata" from Puccini's "Manon Lescaut," and "O patria mia" from Verdi's "Aida." Tebaldi's interpretation of these timeless classics is both technically impressive and deeply moving, offering a glimpse into the artistry that cemented her status as one of opera's greatest stars.
With a duration of 1 hour and 13 minutes, "Voice of Gold" is a testament to Tebaldi's enduring legacy and her ability to captivate audiences with her voice. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a stunning showcase of Renata Tebaldi's extraordinary talent and the enduring power of opera.
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Tracks
La Forza del Destino: "Son guinta!...Madre pietosa Vergine"Giuseppe Verdi, Renata Tebaldi, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Francesco Molinari-Pradelli
La Forza del Destino: "Le vergine degli angeli"Giuseppe Verdi, Renata Tebaldi, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Francesco Molinari-Pradelli
La Forza del Destino: "Pace, pace mio Dio"Giuseppe Verdi, Renata Tebaldi, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Francesco Molinari-Pradelli
Il Trovatore: "Timor di me...D'Amor sull'ali rosee"Giuseppe Verdi, Renata Tebaldi, Orchestra of the Grand Theatre, Geneva, Alberto Erede
Aida: "O patria mia"Giuseppe Verdi, Renata Tebaldi, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Alberto Erede
La Traviata: "Addio del passato"Giuseppe Verdi, Renata Tebaldi, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, Antonino Votto
Otello: "Era più calma...Canzone del Salce...Ave Maria"Giuseppe Verdi, Renata Tebaldi, Luisa Ribacci, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Alberto Erede
Andrea Chenier: "La mamma morta"Giordano, Renata Tebaldi, Ugo Savarese, Orchestra of RAI Turin, Arturo Basile
Adriana Lecouvrer: "Ecco: respiro appena...Io son l'umile ancella"Francesco Cilea, Renata Tebaldi, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Alberto Erede
Adriana Lecouvrer: "Poveri fiori"Francesco Cilea, Renata Tebaldi, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Alberto Erede
La Wally: "Nè mai dunque avro pace"Catalni, Renata Tebaldi, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Alberto Erede
Lodoletta: "Ah! il suo nome...Flammen, perdonami"Pietro Mascagni, Renata Tebaldi, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Alberto Erede
Manon Lescaut: "Sola, perduta, abbandonata"Giacomo Puccini, Renata Tebaldi, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Francesco Molinari-Pradelli
Turandot: "Signore, ascolta"Giacomo Puccini, Renata Tebaldi, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Alberto Erede
Turandot: "Tu che di gel sei cinta"Giacomo Puccini, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Alberto Erede