Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Luciano Pavarotti with "The Pavarotti Edition, Vol.6: Puccini, Mascagni, Leoncavallo." Released on January 1, 2001, this album is a testament to Pavarotti's unparalleled vocal prowess and his deep connection with the operatic repertoire. Spanning a rich duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, this collection features iconic arias from some of the most beloved operas, including "Cavalleria Rusticana," "Manon Lescaut," "Pagliacci," "Andrea Chénier," and "Tosca."
Pavarotti's renditions are not just performances; they are masterclasses in emotional depth and technical brilliance. Each track, from the passionate "Vesti la giubba" from "Pagliacci" to the poignant "E lucevan le stelle" from "Tosca," showcases his ability to convey the essence of each character and story. The album is a celebration of Pavarotti's collaboration with renowned composers like Puccini, Mascagni, and Leoncavallo, offering a glimpse into the golden age of opera.
Recorded with the precision and artistry that Pavarotti is known for, this album is a must-listen for both seasoned opera enthusiasts and those new to the genre. The accompanying orchestra and chorus, conducted by some of the most respected names in classical music, provide a lush and immersive backdrop to Pavarotti's soaring tenor. Whether you're a fan of Pavarotti's work or simply appreciate the beauty of opera, this album is a treasure trove of musical excellence.
Cavalleria rusticana: "Viva il vino spumeggiante"Pietro Mascagni, Luciano Pavarotti, Carmen Gonzales, The London Opera Chorus, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Gianandrea Gavazzeni
Cavalleria rusticana: "A voi tutti salute"Pietro Mascagni, Luciano Pavarotti, Piero Cappuccilli, Carmen Gonzales, The London Opera Chorus, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Gianandrea Gavazzeni
Cavalleria rusticana: "Mamma, quel vino è generoso...Turiddu?! Che vuoi dire?"Pietro Mascagni, Luciano Pavarotti, Ida Bormida, Piero Cappuccilli, Julia Varady, Carmen Gonzales, The London Opera Chorus, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Gianandrea Gavazzeni
Manon Lescaut / Act 1: Ma si vi talenta...Tra voi belleGiacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, James Levine
Manon Lescaut, Act I: Cortese damigellaGiacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Mirella Freni, Dwayne Croft, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, James Levine
Manon Lescaut / Act 1: Donna non vidi maiGiacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, James Levine
Manon Lescaut, Act II: Oh, sarò la più bella! – Tu, tu, amore? Tu?Giacomo Puccini, Mirella Freni, Luciano Pavarotti, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, James Levine
Manon Lescaut, Act III: Presto! In fila! – No! Pazzo son!Giacomo Puccini, James Courtney, Luciano Pavarotti, Federico Davia, Metropolitan Opera Chorus, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, James Levine
Pagliacci, Act I: Recitar! – Vesti la giubbaRuggero Leoncavallo, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Giuseppe Patanè
Pagliacci / Act 2: "No, Pagliaccio non son...Suvvia, cosi terribile"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Luciano Pavarotti, Ingvar Wixell, Mirella Freni, Lorenzo Saccomani, Vincenzo Bello, The London Opera Chorus, Finchley Children's Music Group, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Giuseppe Patanè
Andrea Chénier / Act 1: "Colpito qui m'avete ... Un dì all'azzura spazio"Umberto Giordano, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Riccardo Chailly
Andrea Chénier / Act 3: Sì, fui soldato .. Passa la vita miaUmberto Giordano, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Riccardo Chailly
Andrea Chénier / Act 4: "Come un bel dì di maggio"Umberto Giordano, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Riccardo Chailly
Andrea Chénier / Act 4: Vicino a teUmberto Giordano, Montserrat Caballé, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Riccardo Chailly
Andrea Chénier / Act 4: La nostra morte è il trionfo dell'amorUmberto Giordano, Montserrat Caballé, Luciano Pavarotti, Giuseppe Morresi, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Riccardo Chailly
Tosca, Act I: Mario! Mario! Mario! – Non la sospiri la nostra casettaGiacomo Puccini, Mirella Freni, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
Tosca, Act I: Or lasciami al lavoro – Qual occhio al mondoGiacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Mirella Freni, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
Tosca, Act III: E lucevan le stelleGiacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno