Dive into the world of opera with Roberto Alagna's "Essentials," a captivating collection of beloved arias and songs that showcase the renowned tenor's powerful and expressive voice. Released on July 10, 2020, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this album spans a little over an hour and a half, offering a rich and varied listening experience. From iconic pieces like "Nessun dorma" from Turandot and "La donna è mobile" from Rigoletto to lesser-known gems like "Core ‘ngrato" and "Torna a Surriento," Alagna's performance is nothing short of breathtaking. The album also features a beautiful rendition of "Ave Maria" and a selection of popular songs like "Quizas, Quizas, Quizas" and "La belle de Cadix." Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire. With his signature passion and technical prowess, Roberto Alagna brings each piece to life, making "Essentials" a standout addition to any music collection.
La Danza - Tarentelle NapolitaineGioachino Rossini, Roberto Alagna, London Orchestra, Yvan Cassar
Rigoletto / Act 3: La donna è mobileGiuseppe Verdi, Roberto Alagna, Richard Armstrong, London Philharmonic Orchestra
La Bohème: Che gelida maninaGiacomo Puccini, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
Andrea Chénier: Come un bel dì di maggioUmberto Giordano, Roberto Alagna, Sir Mark Elder, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Turandot: Nessun dorma!Giacomo Puccini, Roberto Alagna, Sir Mark Elder, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, London Voices, Terry Edwards
La MarseillaiseClaude Joseph Rouget de Lisle, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Choeur de l'Armée Française, Maîtrise De Paris, Chœur de chambre Les Eléments, Patrick Marco, Joël Suhubiette, Paul De Plinval
Werther: Pourquoi me réveillerJules Massenet, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
Carmen: La fleur que tu m'avais jetéeGeorges Bizet, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
Martha: M'appariFriedrich von Flotow, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
L'elisir d'amore: Una furtiva lagrimaGaetano Donizetti, Roberto Alagna, Evelino Pidò, London Philharmonic Orchestra
La Sonnanbula - Prendi, l'anel ti donoVincenzo Bellini, Roberto Alagna, Evelino Pidò, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Fedora: "Amor ti vieta"Umberto Giordano, Roberto Alagna, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Mark Elder
Les pêcheurs de perles, WD 13: Je crois entendre encoreGeorges Bizet, Roberto Alagna, Bertrand de Billy, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Pagliacci: Recitar... Vesti la giubbaRuggero Leoncavallo, Roberto Alagna, London Orchestra, Yvan Cassar
Aida: Celeste AidaGiuseppe Verdi, Roberto Alagna, Claudio Abbado, Berliner Philharmoniker
Il Trovatore: Di quella piraGiuseppe Verdi, Roberto Alagna, Angela Gheorghiu, Claudio Abbado, Berliner Philharmoniker, London Voices, Terry Edwards
Ave Maria, D.839 (Arr. Jeff Jarratt and Robin Smith)Franz Schubert, Roberto Alagna, Robin Smith, London Symphony Orchestra, New London Children's Choir, The Choir Of St John's, London Oratory Schola Cantorum, Smithills School Junior Choir
Piensa en miAgustín Lara, Roberto Alagna, Yvan Cassar, Paris Symphonic Orchestra