Immerse yourself in the timeless masterpiece of Giuseppe Verdi with "Verdi: Les plus beaux airs d'Otello." This captivating album, released on January 1, 1954, under the BNF Collection label, is a meticulously curated selection of the most enchanting arias from Verdi's iconic opera "Otello." Spanning a concise yet powerful 53 minutes, this collection showcases the brilliance of Verdi's composition and the depth of the opera's narrative.
The album features some of the most celebrated arias from "Otello," including the hauntingly beautiful "Già nella notte densa" sung by Otello and Desdemona, the cunning and manipulative "Vanne, la tua meta già vedo" and "Credo in un dio crudel" by Jago, and the poignant "Ave Maria, piena di grazia" by Desdemona. Each track is a testament to Verdi's unparalleled ability to convey the complexities of human emotion through music.
"Verdi: Les plus beaux airs d'Otello" is not just an album; it's an experience that brings to life the drama, passion, and intrigue of Shakespeare's "Othello" through Verdi's operatic genius. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of opera, this collection offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the enduring legacy of Giuseppe Verdi and his timeless contributions to the world of classical music.
Otello, Act I, Scene 3: "Già nella notte densa" (Otello, Desdemona)Giuseppe Verdi, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Fausto Cleva, Ramon Vinay, Eleanor Steber
Otello, Act II, Scene 2: "Vanne, la tua meta già vedo" & "Credo in un dio crudel" (Jago)Giuseppe Verdi, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Fausto Cleva, Frank Guarrera
Otello, Act II, Scene 5: "Non pensateci più" & "Ora e per sempre addio sante memorie" (Jago, Otello)Giuseppe Verdi, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Fausto Cleva, Frank Guarrera, Ramon Vinay
Otello, Act III, Scene 2: "Dio ti giocondi, o sposo dell'alma mia sovrano" (Desdemona, Otello)Giuseppe Verdi, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Fausto Cleva, Eleanor Steber, Ramon Vinay
Otello, Act III, Scene 3: "Dio! Mi potevi scagliar tutti i mali della miseria" (Otello)Giuseppe Verdi, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Fausto Cleva, Ramon Vinay
Otello, Act IV, Scene 1: "Mia madre aveva una povera ancella" & "Piangea cantando nell'erma landa" (Desdemona)Giuseppe Verdi, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Fausto Cleva, Eleanor Steber
Otello, Act IV, Scene 2: "Ave Maria, piena di grazia" (Desdemona)Giuseppe Verdi, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Fausto Cleva, Eleanor Steber
Otello, Act IV, Scene 4: "Niun mi tema s'anco armato mi vede" (Otello)Giuseppe Verdi, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Fausto Cleva, Ramon Vinay
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