Tosti's Christmas Collection

Album Description

Francesco Paolo Tosti's enchanting music has been rediscovered in 'Tosti's Christmas Collection', a captivating album that showcases the Italian composer's timeless charm. Released on 1 January 2015, this collection features 18 exquisite tracks, including 'Aprile', 'Ideale', and 'Malia', all beautifully performed by Stefano Secco, Compagnia D'opera Italiana, and conductor Antonello Gotta.

With a career spanning over 350 songs, Francesco Paolo Tosti's works have been beloved by famous singers, from Caruso and Tetrazzini to Pavarotti and Carreras. His compositions are characterised by their direct and simple grace, sensual Italianate vocal lines, and a unique blend of art music and Neapolitan folk tradition.

This album, lasting 1 hour and 1 minute, is a treasure trove of Tosti's most cherished songs, including 'Marechiare', 'La serenata', and 'Sogno'. The Passion of Opera label has carefully curated this collection, which not only highlights Tosti's greatest hits but also showcases lesser-known works, including songs in French and English.

'Tosti's Christmas Collection' is a must-listen for fans of canzone napoletana and opera, offering a unique opportunity to experience the beauty and elegance of Francesco Paolo Tosti's music. With its rich, evocative soundscapes and outstanding performances, this album is sure to delight audiences and leave a lasting impression.

1 jan 2015

G7 Music Group S.r.l.

About Francesco Paolo Tosti

Francesco Paolo Tosti, born in the coastal town of Ortona, Italy, in 1846, was a prolific and influential composer and music teacher, renowned for his enchanting vocal chamber music. Tosti's career spanned both Italy and England, where he served as a singing master to the royal families of both nations and was knighted in 1908. His extensive repertoire of over 400 songs, composed in multiple languages, showcases his mastery of the canzone napoletana and operatic genres. Tosti's melodies, characterized by their direct, simple grace and sensual Italianate vocal lines, have captivated audiences and singers alike, from the legendary Enrico Caruso and Luisa Tetrazzini to modern-day tenors like Pavarotti and Carreras. Beyond his musical prowess, Tosti's legacy is celebrated in his hometown, where a statue stands in his honor, and his memorabilia are preserved in the archives of the Istituto Nazionale Tostiano.