Experience the grandeur of Gioacchino Rossini's final Italian opera, "Semiramide," in this captivating 1992 recording. This monumental work, based on Voltaire's tragedy "Sémiramis," is Rossini's longest and most ambitious opera for the Italian stage, showcasing his unparalleled mastery of the bel canto style.
Recorded live at the Rossini Opera Festival in Pesaro, this performance features an stellar cast led by the renowned soprano Mariella Devia as Semiramide, the powerful queen of Babylon. Ewa Podles, Carlo Colombara, and Luca Canonici deliver equally impressive performances as Arsace, Assur, and Idreno, respectively, bringing depth and passion to their roles. The orchestra and chorus provide a rich, vibrant backdrop, ensuring an immersive and authentic experience of Rossini's intricate score.
"Semiramide" is a tour de force of vocal virtuosity and dramatic intensity, with its intricate ensembles, soaring arias, and dramatic recitatives. The opera's complex plot, filled with intrigue, love, and revenge, is brought to life through the skillful storytelling and exceptional musicianship of the performers. This recording captures the essence of Rossini's genius, offering both seasoned opera enthusiasts and newcomers to his work an unforgettable journey into the world of "Semiramide."
With a running time of over two and a half hours, this comprehensive recording includes all the opera's highlights, from the stirring overture to the thrilling finale. The 1992 performance at the Palafestival di Pesaro was praised for its traditional staging and impressive execution, making this album an essential addition to any classical music collection.
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Ouverture"Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Suoni festevoli, mitici cori" (Coro, Idreno, Assur, Oroe)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, Anastasios Vrenios, Raymond Myers, Clifford Grant
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Fra tanti regi e popoli" (Semiramide, Oroe, Idreno, Assur, Coro)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Clifford Grant, Anastasios Vrenios, Raymond Myers
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Eccomi alfine in Babilonia" (Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Ah! quel giorno ognor rammento" (Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Io t'attendeva, Arsace" (Oroe, Arsace, Assur)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Clifford Grant, Marilyn Horne, Raymond Myers
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Bella imago degli Dei" (Arsace, Assur)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne, Raymond Myers
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Serena i vaghi rai" (Coro, Semiramide)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, Joan Sutherland
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Dolce pensiero di quell'istante" (Semiramide, Coro)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Ambrosian Opera Chorus
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Serbami ognor sì fido" (Semiramide, Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Alle più calde immagini" (Semiramide, Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Ah! dov'è, dov'è il cimento" (Idreno)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Anastasios Vrenios
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "E se ancor libero è il tuo bel core" (Idreno)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Anastasios Vrenios
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Marcia introduttiva - Ergi omai la fronte altera" (Coro, Semiramide, Assur, Arsace, Idreno)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, Joan Sutherland, Raymond Myers, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "L'alto eroe che dell'Assiria" (Semiramide, Assur, Idreno, Arsace, Oroe, Azema, Coro)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Raymond Myers, Anastasios Vrenios, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Qual mesto gemito" (Semiramide, Idreno, Assur, Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Anastasios Vrenios, Raymond Myers, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "D'un semidio che adoro" (Semiramide, Assur, Idreno, Ombra di Nino, Arsace, Oroe, Coro)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Raymond Myers, Anastasios Vrenios, Clifford Grant
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Se la vita ancor t'è cara" (Semiramide, Assur)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Raymond Myers
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Quella, ricordati, notte di morte" (Assur, Semiramide)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Raymond Myers, Joan Sutherland
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Ma implacabile di Nino" (Semiramide, Assur)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Raymond Myers
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Ebben, compiasi omai" (Arsace, Oroe)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne, Clifford Grant
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Su, ti scuoti, rammenta chi sei!" (Oroe, Magi, Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Clifford Grant, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "No: non ti lascio" (Semiramide, Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Ebben... a te; ferisci" (Semiramide, Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Giorno d'orrore!... e di contento!" (Semiramide, Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "La speranza più soave" (Idreno, Coro)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Anastasios Vrenios, Ambrosian Opera Chorus
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Il dì già cade" (Assur, Coro)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Raymond Myers, Ambrosian Opera Chorus
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Sì, vi sarà vendetta" (Assur, Satrapi)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Raymond Myers, Ambrosian Opera Chorus
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Qual densa notte! ove scendiamo" (Assur, Oroe, Arsace, Semiramide)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Raymond Myers, Clifford Grant, Marilyn Horne, Joan Sutherland
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Dei! qual sospiro!" (Arsace, Assur, Semiramide, Oroe, Coro)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne, Raymond Myers, Joan Sutherland, Clifford Grant
Gioachino Rossini, born in Pesaro, Italy, in 1792, is celebrated as one of the most influential composers of the 19th century, renowned for his prolific and innovative operatic works. With a career spanning just two decades, Rossini composed 39 operas that redefined both comic opera buffa and serious opera seria. His most beloved works include the witty and energetic "The Barber of Seville," the enchanting "Cinderella," and the dramatic "William Tell." Rossini's music is characterized by its melodic brilliance, technical virtuosity, and infectious energy, making his operas enduring favorites on stages worldwide. Despite retiring from large-scale composition in his thirties, Rossini's legacy continues to inspire and captivate audiences, solidifying his status as a master of operatic art.
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