Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Giuseppe Verdi with the album "Verdi: Overtures & Rigoletto, Act III." Released in 1957 under the BNF Collection label, this classical masterpiece showcases Verdi's unparalleled compositional genius, blending the grandeur of his overtures with the dramatic intensity of his operatic works.
The album opens with a selection of Verdi's most celebrated overtures, including "The Sicilian Vespers," "The Power of Fate," and "Luisa Miller," each piece a testament to Verdi's ability to craft music that is both emotionally resonant and structurally innovative. These overtures serve as a prelude to the heart of the album, a complete live performance of Act III from Verdi's iconic opera "Rigoletto."
"Rigoletto" is one of Verdi's most enduring and beloved operas, and this live recording captures the essence of its dramatic power. The performance features some of the most famous arias and ensembles from the opera, including "La donna è mobile," "Bella figlia dell’amore," and "Mia figlia!" The cast, led by the renowned Giuseppe di Stefano and Nicola Zaccaria, delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply moving, accompanied by the Orchestra del Teatro alla Scala, Milano under the direction of Tullio Serafin.
With a duration of 56 minutes, this album offers a concise yet comprehensive exploration of Verdi's musical genius. Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to classical music, "Verdi: Overtures & Rigoletto, Act III" is a captivating journey through the works of one of the most influential composers in history.
Luisa Miller, Act II, Scene 7: Recitative. "Oh! Fede negar potessi agl'occhi miei!" & Aria. "Quando le sere al placido" - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Jan Peerce
Rigoletto, Act III, Scene 1: "E l’ami?" (Rigoletto, Gilda) - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Leonard Warren, Zinka Milanov
Rigoletto, Act III, Scene 2: "Ah! Padre mio!" & "La donna è mobile" (Gilda, Duca, Sparafucile, Rigoletto) - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Zinka Milanov, Jan Peerce, Nicola Moscona, Leonard Warren
Rigoletto, Act III, Scene 3: "Un dì, se ben rammentomi" (Duca, Maddalena, Rigoletto, Gilda) - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Jan Peerce, Nan Merriman, Leonard Warren, Zinka Milanov
Rigoletto, Act III, Scene 3: "Bella figlia dell’amore" & "M’odi, ritorna a casa" (Duca, Maddalena, Rigoletto, Gilda) - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Jan Peerce, Nan Merriman, Leonard Warren, Zinka Milanov
Rigoletto, Act III, Scene 4: "Venti scudi hai tu detto?" (Rigoletto, Sparafucile) - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Leonard Warren, Nicola Moscona
Rigoletto, Act III, Scene 5: "La tempesta è vicina!" (Sparafucile, Duca, Maddalena, Coro) - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Nicola Moscona, Jan Peerce, Nan Merriman, NBC Symphony Chorus
Rigoletto, Act III, Scene 6: "Ah, più non ragiono!" (Gilda, Maddalena, Sparafucile, Coro) - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Zinka Milanov, Nan Merriman, Nicola Moscona, NBC Symphony Chorus
Rigoletto, Act III, Scene 6: "Su, spicciati, presto" (Maddalena, Sparafucile, Gilda) - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Nan Merriman, Nicola Moscona, Zinka Milanov
Rigoletto, Act III, Scene 7: "Della vendetta alfin giunge l’istante!" (Rigoletto) - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Leonard Warren
Rigoletto, Act III, Scene 8: "Chi è là?" (Sparafucile, Rigoletto) - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Nicola Moscona, Leonard Warren
Rigoletto, Act III, Scene 9: "Egli è là!... Morto!" (Rigoletto, Duca) - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Leonard Warren, Jan Peerce
Rigoletto, Act III, Scene 10: "Mia figlia!" (Rigoletto, Gilda) - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Leonard Warren, Zinka Milanov
Rigoletto, Act III, Scene 10: "V’ho ingannato" (Rigoletto, Gilda) - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, NBC Symphony Orchestra, Arturo Toscanini, Leonard Warren, Zinka Milanov
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