José Carreras, one of the world's most celebrated tenors, presents a stunning collection of operatic arias and songs in "Ténors - Pavarotti, Domingo, Carreras." Released on January 1, 2008, by Sony Classical, this album is a testament to Carreras' enduring vocal prowess and artistic versatility. Spanning nearly three hours, this album features a diverse range of pieces from beloved operas and other musical works, showcasing Carreras' ability to captivate audiences with his rich, expressive voice.
The album opens with a selection of arias from some of the most famous operas, including "L'elisir d'amore," "La fille du régiment," "Manon," and "I puritani." Carreras' performances are marked by their technical brilliance and deep emotional resonance, making each piece a standout moment. The album also includes selections from "La bohème," "Stabat mater," and "Turandot," among others, demonstrating Carreras' mastery of a wide range of operatic styles.
In addition to the operatic arias, the album features a selection of songs in various languages, including Catalan and Spanish, highlighting Carreras' linguistic versatility and cultural breadth. These songs, ranging from traditional folk tunes to popular classics, add a personal touch to the album and showcase Carreras' ability to connect with audiences on a deeper level.
Throughout the album, Carreras' voice remains powerful and expressive, whether he is singing a soaring aria or a tender lullaby. His performances are backed by top-notch orchestral and choral accompaniment, ensuring that each piece is presented in its full glory. The album's production quality is exceptional, with clear and balanced sound that allows every nuance of Carreras' voice to shine through.
"Ténors - Pavarotti, Domingo, Carreras" is not just a collection of songs but a celebration of José Carreras' enduring legacy as one of the greatest tenors of our time. Whether you are a longtime fan of opera or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that showcases the best of Carreras' artistry. With its diverse selection of pieces and exceptional performances, this album is a true gem in the world of classical music.
La fille du regiment: Amici miei, che allegro giornoGaetano Donizetti, Luciano Pavarotti, Giuseppe Morresi, Nino Sanzogno
Manon: Ah, dispar, visionJules Massenet, Luciano Pavarotti, Peter Maag
I puritani: Son già lontani ... Corre a valle, corre a monteVincenzo Bellini, Luciano Pavarotti, Argeo Quadri
La fille du regiment: A viva ... Da quell'istanteGaetano Donizetti, Luciano Pavarotti, Mirella Freni, Nino Sanzogno
La bohème: Act I: Che gelida maninaGiacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Nino Bonavolontà
Stabat mater: Cujus animamGioachino Rossini, Luciano Pavarotti, Carlo Maria Giulini, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome
L'elisir d'amore: Quanto è bella, quanto è caraGaetano Donizetti, Luciano Pavarotti, Nino Bonavolontà
Manon: Act II: Chiudo gli occhiJules Massenet, Luciano Pavarotti, Mirella Freni, Peter Maag
La bohème: Act I: O soave fanciullaGiacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Mirella Freni, Orchestra of the Teatro Communale di Modena, Leone Magiera
Turandot: Nessun dorma!Giacomo Puccini, Plácido Domingo, Luis Cobos, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Covent Garden Opera Chorus
Se quel guerrier io fossi!. . . Celeste Aida from AidaGiuseppe Verdi, Plácido Domingo, James Levine
La fanciulla del West: Ch'ella mi creda libero e lontanoGiacomo Puccini, Plácido Domingo, Lorin Maazel, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
L'elisir d'amore: Una furtiva lagrimaGaetano Donizetti, Plácido Domingo, Sir John Pritchard, Orchestra Of The Royal Opera House
Quando le sere al placido from Luisa MillerGiuseppe Verdi, Plácido Domingo, James Levine, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra
Bimba dagli occhi from Madama ButterflyGiacomo Puccini, Plácido Domingo, Renata Scotto, Lorin Maazel
Addio, fiorito asi from Madama ButterflyGiacomo Puccini, Plácido Domingo, Ingvar Wixell, Lorin Maazel, Philharmonia Orchestra
Ingemisco from RequiemGiuseppe Verdi, Plácido Domingo, Leonard Bernstein, London Symphony Orchestra
Fedora: Amor ti vieta - LiveUmberto Giordano, Plácido Domingo, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic
Sincero amor from Adriana LecouvreurFrancesco Cilea, Plácido Domingo, James Levine
Ah! tout est bien fini - O souverain, o juge, o père from Le Cid - LiveJules Massenet, Plácido Domingo, John Adams, Eve Queler, Byrne Camp Chorale
Apri la tua finestra! from IrisPietro Mascagni, Plácido Domingo, Giuseppe Patanè, Müncher Rundfunkorchester
Tosca: E lucevan le stelleGiacomo Puccini, Plácido Domingo, John DeMain, Orchestra of the Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro
Gianni Schicchi: Firenze è come un albero fioritoGiacomo Puccini, Plácido Domingo, Lorin Maazel, London Symphony Orchestra
Di rigori armato il seno from Der RosenkavalierRichard Strauss, Plácido Domingo, Leonard Bernstein, Wiener Philharmoniker
Sole e amoreGiacomo Puccini, Plácido Domingo, Julius Rudel
Von der Jugend from Das Lied von der ErdeGustav Mahler, Plácido Domingo, Esa-Pekka Salonen
Di quella pira from Il TrovatoreGiuseppe Verdi, Leone Emanuele Bardare, Plácido Domingo, James Levine
South Pacific: "Some Enchanted Evening"Richard Rodgers, José Carreras, Jonathan Tunick, London Symphony Orchestra
South Pacific: "This is How it Feels"Richard Rodgers, José Carreras, Kiri Te Kanawa, Jonathan Tunick, London Symphony Orchestra
South Pacific: "This Nearly Was Mine"Richard Rodgers, José Carreras, Jonathan Tunick, London Symphony Orchestra
South Pacific: Finale Ultimo: "Dites-moi" / "Some Enchanted Evening"Richard Rodgers, José Carreras, Kiri Te Kanawa, Jonathan Tunick, London Symphony Orchestra, Juliet Midgley, Sarah King
"T'estimo" (I Love Thee)Edvard Grieg, José Carreras, Symphony Orchestra Of The Gran Teatro Del Liceu De Barcelona, Joan Casas, Josep Alpiste
"Damunt de tu, només les flors" (Above You, Nothing But Flowers)Federico Mompou, José Carreras, Joan Casas
"Els contrabandistes" (The Smugglers)Traditional, José Carreras, Joan Casas
"Festeig" (Courtship)Eduard Toldrà, José Carreras, Joan Casas
"A l'ombra dell lledoner" (In the Shadow of the Nettle Tree)Eduard Toldrà, José Carreras, Joan Casas
"Cançó de passer cantant" (Pass By Singing)Eduard Toldrà, José Carreras, Joan Casas
"La ricordanza" (Recollection)Vincenzo Bellini, José Carreras
"Malinconia, ninfa gentile" (Melancholy, Gentle Nymph)Vincenzo Bellini, José Carreras, Martin Katz
"Vaga luna che inargenti" (Lovely Moon)Vincenzo Bellini, José Carreras, Martin Katz
"Per pieta, bell'idol mio" (In Pity, My Fair Idol)Vincenzo Bellini, José Carreras, Martin Katz
"Il fervido desiderio" (Ardent desire)Vincenzo Bellini, José Carreras, Martin Katz
"Dolente imagine di Fille mia" (Sad Image of My Phyllis)Vincenzo Bellini, José Carreras, Martin Katz
"Pregarìa" (El cant de l'anima a la Verge)Fermin Maria Alvarez, José Carreras, Steven Mercurio, Gumpoldskirchner Spatzen, Wiener Symphoniker
"Wiegenlied" (Cradle Song)Richard Strauss, José Carreras, Plácido Domingo, Luciano Pavarotti, Steven Mercurio, Gumpoldskirchner Spatzen, Wiener Symphoniker, The Three Tenors
"Feliz Navidad"José Feliciano, José Carreras, Plácido Domingo, Luciano Pavarotti, Steven Mercurio, Gumpoldskirchner Spatzen, The Three Tenors, Wiener Symphoniker