Immerse yourself in the captivating world of opera with Roberto Alagna's "Airs D'Opéra," a stunning collection of arias that showcases the French-Italian tenor's remarkable vocal prowess. Released in January 2006 under the prestigious Decca Records France label, this album is a testament to Alagna's artistry and his deep connection to the operatic tradition.
Spanning a little over an hour, "Airs D'Opéra" features a diverse range of arias from some of the most beloved operas in the repertoire. From the haunting beauty of "Tombe degli avi miei" from "Lucia di Lammermoor" to the playful charm of "La donna è mobile" from "Rigoletto," Alagna's performances are marked by their technical brilliance and profound musicality. The album also includes lesser-known gems such as "M'appari" from "Martha" and "Source délicieuse" from "Polyeucte," offering a rich and varied listening experience.
Recorded at the renowned Air Studios in London, the album benefits from exceptional production values, with each aria beautifully captured to highlight Alagna's expressive voice. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or new to the genre, "Airs D'Opéra" offers a compelling introduction to the art form and a chance to appreciate the talents of one of its most gifted practitioners.
Tracks
Lucia di Lammermoor: Tombe degli avi mieiGaetano Donizetti, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
Lucia di Lammermoor: Fra poco a me ricoveroGaetano Donizetti, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
Werther: Pourquoi me réveillerJules Massenet, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
L'Arlesiana: È la solita storia del pastoreFrancesco Cilea, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
Guillaume Tell: Ne m'abandonne pointGioachino Rossini, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
Guillaume Tell: Asile héréditaireGioachino Rossini, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
Rigoletto / Act 3: La donna è mobileGiuseppe Verdi, Roberto Alagna, Richard Armstrong, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Carmen: La fleur que tu m'avais jetéeGeorges Bizet, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
Mefistofele: Giunto sul passo estremoArrigo Boito, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
Marouf: A travers le désertHenri Rabaud, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
Martha: M'appariFriedrich von Flotow, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
Polyeucte: Source délicieuseCharles Gounod, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
Don Pasquale: Povero ErnestoGaetano Donizetti, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
Don Pasquale: Cercherò lontana terraGaetano Donizetti, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
Don Pasquale: E se fia che ad altro oggettoGaetano Donizetti, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
Roméo et Juliette: Salut ! Tombeau sombre et silencieuxCharles Gounod, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
La Bohème: Che gelida maninaGiacomo Puccini, Roberto Alagna, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Armstrong
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