Ruggero Leoncavallo's 'La Bohème' is a captivating opera that showcases the composer's mastery of the verismo style. Released on September 15, 2006, by Nuova Era, this album is a testament to Leoncavallo's skill as a composer and librettist. The opera, which premiered at the Teatro la Fenice in Venice in 1897, tells a poignant story of love and loss, set against the backdrop of a bohemian lifestyle.
With a duration of 2 hours and 12 minutes, this album takes the listener on a journey through the four acts of the opera, featuring a range of emotive and expressive pieces. From the lively 'Musette Svaria Sulla Bocca Viva' to the haunting 'Mimi, La Bohème, Act 4: No, morir non voglio', each track demonstrates Leoncavallo's ability to craft beautiful and evocative music.
As a composer, Leoncavallo is perhaps best known for his work 'Pagliacci', but 'La Bohème' is a equally impressive work that showcases his unique style and talent. Born in Naples in 1857, Leoncavallo studied music at the Conservatorio di Napoli and later at the University of Bologna, where he developed his skills as a composer and librettist.
This album is a must-listen for fans of opera and classical music, offering a rare opportunity to experience Leoncavallo's 'La Bohème' in its entirety. With its beautiful music and poignant storytelling, 'Ruggero Leoncavallo: La Bohème' is an album that will leave a lasting impression on all who hear it.
(C) 2006 Nuova Era Internazionale s.r.l.(P) 2006 Nuova Era Internazionale s.r.l.
Tracks
La Bohème, Act 1: No, Signor Mio, Così Non Può DurareRuggero Leoncavallo, Romano Emili, Bruno Pratico, Mario Malagnini, Jonathan Summers, Pietro Spagnoli, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 1: Bella DamaRuggero Leoncavallo, Bruno Pratico, Mario Malagnini, Cinzia de Mola, Lucia Mazzaria, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 1: Musette Svaria Sulla Bocca VivaRuggero Leoncavallo, Lucia Mazzaria, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 1: Se Insieme Lo CercassimoRuggero Leoncavallo, Mario Malagnini, Jonathan Summers, Bruno Pratico, Cinzia de Mola, Pietro Spagnoli, Martha Senn, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 1: Platonice È L'amanteRuggero Leoncavallo, Martha Senn, Lucia Mazzaria, Mario Malagnini, Bruno Pratico, Jonathan Summers, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 1: Mimi Pinson La BiondinettaRuggero Leoncavallo, Martha Senn, Bruno Pratico, Pietro Spagnoli, Cinzia de Mola, Jonathan Summers, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 1: O MusetteRuggero Leoncavallo, Mario Malagnini, Martha Senn, Bruno Pratico, Pietro Spagnoli, Cinzia de Mola, Jonathan Summers, Romano Emili, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 1: SentI'marcelloRuggero Leoncavallo, Silvano Pagliuca, Jonathan Summers, Bruno Pratico, Martha Senn, Pietro Spagnoli, Mario Malagnini, Romano Emili, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 2: Akt IIRuggero Leoncavallo, Romano Emili, Martha Senn, Mario Malagnini, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 2: Auf! Ce N'è AncoraRuggero Leoncavallo, Mario Malagnini, Martha Senn, Bruno Pratico, Jonathan Summers, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 2: L'immenso TesoroRuggero Leoncavallo, Jonathan Summers, Martha Senn, Bruno Pratico, Mario Malagnini, Romano Emili, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 2: Ed Ora VenganoRuggero Leoncavallo, Martha Senn, Mario Malagnini, Jonathan Summers, Bruno Pratico, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 2: Qualcun..Ruggero Leoncavallo, Martha Senn, Romano Emili, Eufemie, Lucia Mazzaria, Pietro Spagnoli, Bruno Pratico, Mario Malagnini, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 2: Inno Della BohemeRuggero Leoncavallo, Lucia Mazzaria, Jonathan Summers, Martha Senn, Mario Malagnini, Bruno Pratico, Silvano Pagliuca, Pietro Spagnoli, Romano Emili, Giampaolo Grazioli, Cinzia de Mola, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 2: Domando La ParolaRuggero Leoncavallo, Bruno Pratico, Pietro Spagnoli, Lucia Mazzaria, Mario Malagnini, Romano Emili, Jonathan Summers, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 2: Da Quel Suon SoavementeRuggero Leoncavallo, Martha Senn, Pietro Spagnoli, Bruno Pratico, Jonathan Summers, Lucia Mazzaria, Cinzia de Mola, Silvano Pagliuca, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 2: Alza L'Occhio CelesteRuggero Leoncavallo, Bruno Pratico, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 2: Ma Quando Smettete?Ruggero Leoncavallo, Giampaolo Grazioli, Pietro Spagnoli, Lucia Mazzaria, Bruno Pratico, Jonathan Summers, Silvano Pagliuca, Romano Emili, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 3: E Che! Tu Pur Sei Vedovo?Ruggero Leoncavallo, Mario Malagnini, Bruno Pratico, Martha Senn, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 3: E Destin! Debbo Andarmene... Coraggio!Ruggero Leoncavallo, Martha Senn, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 3: Tu Qui! Perche? Che Vuoi?Ruggero Leoncavallo, Martha Senn, Lucia Mazzaria, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 3: Sei Proprio Tu Che Hai Scritto Cio?Ruggero Leoncavallo, Mario Malagnini, Martha Senn, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 3: Va Via Fantasma Del Passato!Ruggero Leoncavallo, Mario Malagnini, Martha Senn, Lucia Mazzaria, Bruno Pratico, Jonathan Summers, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 3: Testa AdorataRuggero Leoncavallo, Mario Malagnini, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 4: Scuoti, O Vento, Fra I SibiliRuggero Leoncavallo, Jonathan Summers, Mario Malagnini, Bruno Pratico, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 4: MimiRuggero Leoncavallo, Jonathan Summers, Lucia Mazzaria, Bruno Pratico, Mario Malagnini, Martha Senn, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
La Bohème, Act 4: No, morir non voglioRuggero Leoncavallo, Lucia Mazzaria, Jonathan Summers, Martha Senn, Mario Malagnini, Jan Latham-Koenig, Orchestra & Coro del Teatro La Fenice di Venezia
Ruggero Leoncavallo, born in Naples in 1857, is an Italian opera composer whose name is synonymous with one of the most enduring works in the operatic canon: "Pagliacci." This verismo masterpiece, premiered in 1892, remains a staple in opera houses worldwide, known for its intense drama and emotional depth. Leoncavallo's life was a journey of musical exploration and innovation, beginning with his studies at the San Pietro a Majella Conservatory in Naples. Before achieving fame, he taught music in Cairo and Paris, honing his craft and developing his unique style. "Pagliacci," with its gripping tale of jealousy and betrayal, showcases Leoncavallo's ability to blend realistic storytelling with rich, harmonious music, making it a cornerstone of the verismo movement. Beyond "Pagliacci," Leoncavallo's body of work includes other notable operas like "I Medici" and "Le Bohème," each contributing to his legacy as a composer who brought everyday life onto the operatic stage with unparalleled vividness. His influence and contributions to the opera world continue to resonate, making him a pivotal figure in the history of Italian opera.
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