Celebrate the illustrious career of renowned tenor Roberto Alagna with his latest album, "Roberto Alagna: 60," a stunning collection of arias and songs that showcase his extraordinary vocal prowess and artistic versatility. Released on September 20, 2024, this album marks a significant milestone in Alagna's journey, commemorating his 60th birthday with a selection of beloved pieces from the operatic repertoire and beyond.
Spanning a diverse range of composers and styles, the album features iconic arias from operas by Verdi, Wagner, Gounod, and Massenet, among others. From the dramatic intensity of Verdi's "Simon Boccanegra" to the lyrical beauty of Wagner's "Lohengrin," Alagna's performances are a testament to his ability to inhabit each role with depth and authenticity. The album also includes charming songs and serenades, such as "Au clair de la lune" and "Be My Love," arranged for tenor and orchestra, adding a touch of lightheartedness to the collection.
Accompanied by the Morphing Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Giorgio Croci, Alagna's voice soars with clarity and passion, demonstrating why he is one of the most celebrated tenors of our time. The album's 20 tracks, spanning 85 minutes, are meticulously curated to offer a comprehensive showcase of Alagna's artistry, making it an essential addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
"Roberto Alagna: 60" is not just a celebration of a milestone birthday but a testament to the enduring power of opera and the timeless appeal of Roberto Alagna's voice. Whether you are a longtime fan or a newcomer to his work, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
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Tracks
Simon Boccanegra, Act II Scene 5: "O inferno!... Sento avvampar nell'anima" (Gabriele)Giuseppe Verdi, Roberto Alagna, Morphing Chamber Orchestra, Giorgio Croci
Faust, CG 4, Act III: "Salut! Demeure chaste et pure" (Faust)Charles Gounod, Roberto Alagna, Morphing Chamber Orchestra, Giorgio Croci
Le Postillon de Lonjumeau, Act I: "Mes amis, écoutez l'histoire" (Chapelou, Chorus)Adolphe Adam, Roberto Alagna, Morphing Chamber Orchestra, Giorgio Croci
Martha, Act III: "Ach! so fromm" (Lyonel)Friedrich von Flotow, Roberto Alagna, Morphing Chamber Orchestra, Giorgio Croci
Lohengrin, WWV 75, Act III: "In fernem Land, unnahbar euren Schritten" (Lohengrin)Richard Wagner, Roberto Alagna, Morphing Chamber Orchestra, Giorgio Croci
Halka, Act IV Scene 2: "Szumią jodły na gór szczycie" (Jontek)Stanisław Moniuszko, Roberto Alagna, Morphing Chamber Orchestra, Giorgio Croci
Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, TH. 5, Act II Scene 2: "Kuda, kuda, kuda vi udalilis" (Lenski)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Roberto Alagna, Morphing Chamber Orchestra, Giorgio Croci
Sadko, Scene 4: "Les diamants chez nous sont innombrables" (L'Indien)Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Roberto Alagna, Morphing Chamber Orchestra, Giorgio Croci
Polyeucte, CG 11, Act II Tableau 2 Scene 1: "Nymphes attentives" (Sextus)Charles Gounod, Roberto Alagna, Morphing Chamber Orchestra, Giorgio Croci
Les Huguenots, Act I: "Plus blanche que la blanche hermine" (Raoul)Giacomo Meyerbeer, Roberto Alagna, Morphing Chamber Orchestra, Giorgio Croci
Lo frate 'nnamorato: "Ogni pena cchiù spietata" (Ascanio)Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, Roberto Alagna, Morphing Chamber Orchestra, Giorgio Croci
Les Millions d'Arlequin: SérénadeRiccardo Drigo, Roberto Alagna, Morphing Chamber Orchestra, Giorgio Croci
Au clair de la lune (Sérénade française)[Arr. for Tenor and Orchestra by Christoph Ehrenfellner]Ruggero Leoncavallo, Roberto Alagna, Morphing Chamber Orchestra, Giorgio Croci
La Spagnola (Arr. for Tenor and Orchestra by Christoph Ehrenfellner)Vincenzo Di Chiara, Roberto Alagna, Morphing Chamber Orchestra, Giorgio Croci
Ay, Ay, Ay (Arr. for Tenor and Orchestra by Christoph Ehrenfellner)Osmán Pérez Freire, Roberto Alagna, Morphing Chamber Orchestra, Giorgio Croci