Dive into the world of bel canto opera with Dmitri Hvorostovsky's captivating album, "Bel Canto Arias," released in 1994 under the Decca Music Group Ltd. label. This exquisite collection showcases the Russian baritone's exceptional vocal prowess and dramatic depth, featuring a selection of beloved arias from iconic operas.
Spanning a diverse range of compositions, the album includes renowned works such as "Largo al factotum" from Rossini's "Il barbiere di Siviglia," "Si, vincemmo" from Bellini's "Il pirata," and "Cruda, funesta smania" from Donizetti's "Lucia di Lammermoor." Each track is a testament to Hvorostovsky's ability to convey the nuances of each character, transporting the audience into the heart of each opera.
Accompanied by the Philharmonia Orchestra under the direction of Ion Marin, the album offers a rich and immersive listening experience. With a duration of just over 51 minutes, "Bel Canto Arias" is a compact yet powerful showcase of Hvorostovsky's artistry, making it an essential addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection. Whether you're a seasoned opera lover or new to the genre, this album promises to delight and inspire with its stunning performances and timeless repertoire.
Tracks
Il barbiere di Siviglia / Act I: No. 2 Cavatina: "Largo al factotum"Gioachino Rossini, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
La Favorita / Act II: Vien, LeonoraGaetano Donizetti, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
Il duca d'Alba / Act III: Nei miei superbi gaudiGaetano Donizetti, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
La Favorita / Act III: A tanto amor, LeonoraGaetano Donizetti, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
Poliuto / Act I: Di tua beltade immagineGaetano Donizetti, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
Il pirata / Act II: Si, vincemmoVincenzo Bellini, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
L'elisir d'amore / Act I: Come Paride vezzosoGaetano Donizetti, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
Don Pasquale / Act I: Bella siccome un angeloGaetano Donizetti, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
William Tell / Act III: Resta immobileGioachino Rossini, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
I puritani / Act I: Or dove fuggo mai?... Ah! per sempre io ti perdeiVincenzo Bellini, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
Don Sebastiano, Re del Portogallo / Act III: O Lisbona, alfin ti miroGaetano Donizetti, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
Lucia di Lammermoor / Act I: Cruda, funesta smaniaGaetano Donizetti, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
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