Dive into the world of opera with Rolando Villazón's captivating album, "Viva Villazón!", released in 2007. This double-disc collection is a testament to Villazón's extraordinary vocal prowess and his deep connection with the operatic repertoire. Spanning over two hours, this album is a journey through some of the most beloved arias and scenes from the opera canon.
Villazón's powerful and nuanced performances bring to life works by legendary composers such as Verdi, Puccini, Gounod, and Bizet. From the fiery passion of Verdi's "Rigoletto" to the tender romance of Puccini's "La Bohème," each track showcases Villazón's versatility and emotional depth. The album also includes lesser-known gems, providing a rich and varied listening experience.
Recorded with Warner Classics, this album benefits from top-quality production, ensuring that every note and nuance of Villazón's voice is captured with clarity and precision. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or new to the genre, "Viva Villazón!" offers a compelling introduction to the art form and a showcase of one of its most talented practitioners.
The album's tracklist is a who's who of operatic masterpieces, featuring iconic arias and scenes that have captivated audiences for generations. From the dramatic intensity of Verdi's "Don Carlo" to the lyrical beauty of Massenet's "Werther," each selection is performed with Villazón's signature passion and technical brilliance.
"Viva Villazón!" is not just a collection of arias; it's a celebration of the operatic art form and a testament to Rolando Villazón's enduring contribution to it. Whether you're in the mood for a dramatic showpiece or a tender love song, this album has something to offer. So, sit back, relax, and let the enchanting voice of Rolando Villazón transport you to the world of opera.
Verdi: Rigoletto, Act III Scene 2: La donna è mobileGiuseppe Verdi, Rolando Villazón, Marcello Viotti, Munich Radio Orchestra
Gounod: Faust, Act III: Quel trouble inconnu ... Salut, demeure chaste et pureCharles Gounod, Rolando Villazón, Evelino Pidò, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France
Sorozábal: La tabernera del puerto, Act II No. 9, Romanza: No puede ser!Pablo Sorozábal, Rolando Villazón, Plácido Domingo, Orquesta de la Comunidad de Madrid
Mascagni: Cavalleria rusticana: "Mamma, quel vino"Pietro Mascagni, Rolando Villazón, Munich Radio Orchestra, Michel Plasson, Theresa Blank
Gounod: Polyeucte, Act III: Source délicieuseCharles Gounod, Rolando Villazón, Evelino Pidò, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France
Gounod: Roméo et Juliette, Act II: L'amour! l'amour! ... Ah! Leve-toi soleil!Charles Gounod, Rolando Villazón, Evelino Pidò, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France
Puccini: La Bohème, Act I: Che gelida maninaGiacomo Puccini, Rolando Villazón, Marcello Viotti, Munich Radio Orchestra
Puccini: Manon Lescaut, Act I: Donna non vidi maiGiacomo Puccini, Rolando Villazón, Michel Plasson, Munich Radio Orchestra
Puccini: Tosca, Act 1: "Recondita armonia"Giacomo Puccini, Rolando Villazón, Munich Radio Orchestra, Michel Plasson
Offenbach: Les contes d'Hoffmann, Prologue: "Il était une fois à la cour d'Eisenach" (Hoffmann, Nathanaël, Chœur)Jacques Offenbach, Rolando Villazón, Munich Radio Orchestra, Michel Plasson, Bavarian Radio Chorus, Florian Laconi
Vives: Doña Francisquita, Act II No. 9, Romanza: Por el humo se sabe dónde está el fuegoAmadeo Vives, Rolando Villazón, Plácido Domingo, Orquesta de la Comunidad de Madrid
Massenet: Le mage, Act 2: "Ah ! Parais, astre de mon ciel" (Zarastra)Jules Massenet, Rolando Villazón, Evelino Pidò, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France
Berlioz: Irlande, Op. 2, H 38: VI bis. Chant sacré, H 44bHector Berlioz, Rolando Villazón, Michel Plasson, Orchestre National Du Capitole De Toulouse
Rombi: Adeste fidelisPhilippe Rombi, Rolando Villazón, Orchestre Symphonique Bel Arte
Gruber / Arr. Rombi: Stille Nacht, heilige NachtFranz Xaver Gruber, Rolando Villazón, Philippe Rombi, Orchestre Symphonique Bel Arte
Carlo Milanuzzi: Si docle è 'l tormentoClaudio Monteverdi, Rolando Villazón, Le Concert d'Astrée
Cioè Arie & Madigali: Eri già tutta miaClaudio Monteverdi, Rolando Villazón, Le Concert d'Astrée
Verdi: La traviata, Act 2 Scene 1: No. 4, Scena ed Aria, "Lunge da lei per me … De' miei bollenti spiriti … O mio rimorso!" (Alfredo)Giuseppe Verdi, Rolando Villazón, Marcello Viotti, Munich Radio Orchestra
Verdi: Don Carlo: "Io l'ho perduta lo la vidi" (Don Carlo)Giuseppe Verdi, Rolando Villazón, Marcello Viotti, Munich Radio Orchestra, Muenchner Rundfunkorchester
Cilèa: L'Arlesiana, Act 2: "È la solita storia del pastore" (Federico)Francesco Cilea, Rolando Villazón, Marcello Viotti, Munich Radio Orchestra, Muenchner Rundfunkorchester
Donizetti: Lucia di Lammermoor, Act 3 Scene 7: No. 9, Aria cantabile, "Tombe degli avi miei … Fra poco a me ricovero" (Edgardo)Gaetano Donizetti, Rolando Villazón, Marcello Viotti, Munich Radio Orchestra, Muenchner Rundfunkorchester
Verdi: Un ballo in maschera, Act 3: "Ma se m'è forza perderti"Giuseppe Verdi, Rolando Villazón, Munich Radio Orchestra, Michel Plasson, Bavarian Radio Chorus
Bizet: Carmen, Act 2: "La fleur que tu m'avais jetée"Georges Bizet, Rolando Villazón, Munich Radio Orchestra, Michel Plasson
Bizet: Les pêcheurs de perles, WD 13, Act 1: "À cette voix" - Romance. "Je crois entendre encore" (Nadir)Georges Bizet, Rolando Villazón, Munich Radio Orchestra, Michel Plasson
Massenet: Roma, Act 3: "Je vais la voir !" (Lentulus)Jules Massenet, Rolando Villazón, Evelino Pidò, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France
Massenet: Manon, Act 3: "Je suis seul" - "Ah ! Fuyez, douce image" (Des Grieux)Jules Massenet, Rolando Villazón, Evelino Pidò, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France
Massenet: Werther, Act 3: "Traduire ! Ah ! Bien souvent mon rêve s'envole" - "Pourquoi me réveiller, ô souffle du Printemps ?" (Werther)Jules Massenet, Rolando Villazón, Evelino Pidò, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France
Massenet: Le Cid, Act 3: "Ah ! Tout est bien fini" - "Ô souverain, ô juge, ô père" (Rodrigue)Jules Massenet, Evelino Pidò, Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France