"The Tenor," released by the legendary Plácido Domingo on September 24, 2009, under Sony Classical, is a monumental collection that spans over three hours and thirty-two minutes of operatic and classical masterpieces. This album is a testament to Domingo's extraordinary vocal range and his enduring legacy in the world of opera.
Featuring a diverse array of arias from iconic operas, "The Tenor" includes beloved works such as "Nessun Dorma" from "Turandot," "Che gelida manina" from "La bohème," and "E lucevan le stelle" from "Tosca." Domingo's powerful and expressive voice breathes new life into these timeless pieces, showcasing his unparalleled artistry and technical prowess.
The album also features lesser-known but equally captivating arias, such as "Un di all'azzurro spazio" from "Andrea Chenier" and "Je suis seul!" from "Manon," providing a comprehensive overview of Domingo's versatility and depth as a performer. Additionally, the album includes popular songs like "Yesterday" by The Beatles and "Perhaps Love," demonstrating Domingo's ability to transcend genres and captivate audiences across different musical landscapes.
"The Tenor" is not just a compilation of songs but a celebration of Plácido Domingo's illustrious career and his enduring impact on the world of opera. Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a casual listener, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the beauty and power of the human voice. With its stunning performances and impeccable production, "The Tenor" is a true gem in the world of classical music.
(C) 2009 Sony Music Entertainment(P) This Compilation 2009 Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Rigoletto: Act III: Ella mi fu rapita! ... Parmi veder le lagrimePlácido Domingo, Sherrill Milnes
Il Trovatore: Ah, si, ben mio coll'essereZubin Mehta, Ryland Davies, Leontyne Price
Il trovatore: Act III: Scene 2: Di quella piraPlácido Domingo, Zubin Mehta, Ryland Davies, Leontyne Price
La Traviata: Act II: Lunge da lei ... De'miei bollenti spiritiPlácido Domingo, Sherrill Milnes
Luisa Miller: Act II: The Intrigue: Scene III: Oh! fede negar potessi; Quando le sere al placidoPlácido Domingo, Sir Edward Downes
Aida: Act I: Se quel guerrier...Celeste AidaPlácido Domingo
Otello: Act I: Già Nella Notte DensaKatia Ricciarelli
Otello: Act II: Ah! Mille vite...Sì, pel ciel marmoreo giuro!Plácido Domingo, Sherrill Milnes, Anton Guadagno
La bohème: Act I: Che gelida maninaPlácido Domingo, Sir Georg Solti
La bohème: Act IV: In un coupé? ... O Mimì, tu più non torniPlácido Domingo, Sherrill Milnes, Anton Guadagno
Tosca: Act I: Dammi i colori...Recondita armoniaPlácido Domingo, Paul Plishka
Tosca: Act III: E lucevan le stellePlácido Domingo, Zubin Mehta
Madama Butterfly: Act I: Viene la sera... Bimba dagli occhi pieni di malia - 1995 RemasteredPlácido Domingo, Gianandrea Gavazzeni, Katia Ricciarelli
La fanciulla del West: Act III: Ch'ella mi creda liberoPlácido Domingo, Nello Santi
Turandot: Act I: Non piangere, LiùPlácido Domingo
Nessun dorma! from TurandotPlácido Domingo
Andrea Chenier: Act I: Un di all'azzurro spazio guardi profondoRenata Scotto, Plácido Domingo, Jean Kraft, James Levine
Fedora: Amor ti vieta - LivePlácido Domingo
Cavalleria Rusticana: Mamma, mamma! Quel vino è generosoPlácido Domingo, James Levine
I Pagliacci: Act I: Recitar! Mentre preso; Vesti la giubbaPlácido Domingo, Nello Santi
Iris: Act I: Apri la tua finestra!Plácido Domingo, Sir Edward Downes
L'arlesiana: Act II: Lamento di Federico: E la solita storiaPlácido Domingo, Nello Santi
Werther: Act III: Pourquoi me réveiller?Plácido Domingo, Sir Edward Downes
Le Cid: Act III: Ah! tout est bien fini!; O Souverain, ô Juge, ô PèrePlácido Domingo, Nello Santi
Manon: Act III: Je suis seul!; Ah! fuyez, douce imagePlácido Domingo, Nello Santi
Ne pouvant réprimer" from Hérodiade, Act IV, Scene 8Plácido Domingo
Carmen: Act II: La fleur que tu m'avais jetéePlácido Domingo
Les Pêcheurs de Perles: Act I: A cette voix quel trouble; Je crois entendre encorePlácido Domingo
Faust: Act III: Quel trouble inconnu; Salut! demeure chaste et purePlácido Domingo
Son giunto in tempo!" from Il Guarany, Act II, Scene 1Plácido Domingo
Lohengrin: Act III: In fernem LandPlácido Domingo, Sir Edward Downes
Eugene Onegin: Act II: Kuda vy udallisPlácido Domingo, Sir Edward Downes
Ideale - VocalPlácido Domingo
Sole e amorePlácido Domingo
Granada - VoicePlácido Domingo
Siboney - VocalPlácido Domingo
AndalucíaPlácido Domingo
Malagueña - VocalPlácido Domingo
Damisela encantadora - VocalPlácido Domingo
Clavel SevillanoPlácido Domingo
De este apacible rincon Romanze from Luisa FernandaPlácido Domingo