Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty and dramatic intensity of Vincenzo Bellini's masterpiece, "Norma," with this exceptional studio recording released on Prima Classic. The album, set to be released on October 4, 2024, captures the essence of Bellini's iconic opera, which premiered at La Scala in 1831 and has since become a cornerstone of the operatic repertoire.
This meticulously crafted recording features a stellar cast, including Marina Rebeka, Karine Deshayes, Luciano Ganci, Marko Mimica, Anta Jankovska, and Gustavo De Gennaro, who bring the complex characters of Norma, Adalgisa, Pollione, and Oroveso to life with stunning vocal prowess and emotional depth. The opera, set in ancient Gaul, explores themes of love, betrayal, and sacrifice, all conveyed through Bellini's lush, melodic score and Felice Romani's compelling libretto.
Spanning two acts and a duration of 2 hours and 38 minutes, the album includes all the iconic arias and ensembles that have made "Norma" a beloved classic. From the hauntingly beautiful "Casta Diva" to the powerful "Qual cor tradisti, qual cor perdesti," each track showcases the brilliance of Bellini's composition and the artistry of the performers. The recording is conducted with precision and passion, ensuring that every note and nuance is captured in stunning detail.
Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this recording of "Norma" offers a captivating journey into the world of Italian bel canto opera. The album is a testament to Bellini's enduring legacy and the timeless appeal of his music, making it a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the heights of vocal and dramatic artistry.
This is a 1975 Deluxe Edition released as a LP.
Tracks
Norma: SinfoniaVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 1,: Ite sul colle, o DruidiVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marko Mimica, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 2: Svanir le vociVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Luciano Ganci, Gustavo de Gennaro, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 2: Meco all'altar di VenereVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Luciano Ganci, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 2: Odi?... I suoi ritiVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Gustavo de Gennaro, Luciano Ganci, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 2: Me protegge, me difendeVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Luciano Ganci, Gustavo de Gennaro, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 3: Norma vieneVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 3: Sediziose vociVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Marko Mimica, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 3: Casta DivaVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Marko Mimica, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 3: Fine al ritoVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Marko Mimica, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 3: Ah! bello a me ritornaVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Marko Mimica, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 4: Sgombra è la sacra selvaVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Karine Deshayes, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 4: Eccola! va, mi lasciaVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Luciano Ganci, Karine Deshayes, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 4: Va, crudeleVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Luciano Ganci, Karine Deshayes, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 4: Vieni in RomaVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Luciano Ganci, Karine Deshayes, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 5: Vanne, e li cela entrambiVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Anta Jankovska, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 5: AdalgisaVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Karine Deshayes, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 5: Oh! rimembranza!Vincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Karine Deshayes, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 5: Ah! sì, fa core e abbracciamiVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Karine Deshayes, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 5: Ma dì... l'amato giovaneVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Karine Deshayes, Luciano Ganci, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 5: Oh! di qual sei tu vittimaVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Luciano Ganci, Karine Deshayes, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 5: Perfido! - Or bastiVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Luciano Ganci, Karine Deshayes, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act I, Scene 5: Vanne, si mi lascia, indegnoVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Luciano Ganci, Karine Deshayes, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 6: IntroduzioneVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 6: Dormono entrambi...Vincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 6: Olà!... Clotilde!Vincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Anta Jankovska, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 6: Me chiami, o Norma!...Vincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Karine Deshayes, Marina Rebeka, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 6: Deh! con te, con te li prendi...Vincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Karine Deshayes, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 6: Mira, o NormaVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Karine Deshayes, Marina Rebeka, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 6: Cedi... deh! cediVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Karine Deshayes, Marina Rebeka, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 6: Sì, fino all'ore estremeVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Karine Deshayes, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 7: Non parti?...Vincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 7: Guerrieri! a voi venirneVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marko Mimica, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 7: Ah! del Tebro al giogo indegnoVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marko Mimica, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 8: Ei tornerà...Vincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Anta Jankovska, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 8: Squilla il bronzo del Dio!Vincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marko Mimica, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, Marina Rebeka, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 8: Guerra, guerra!Vincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Marko Mimica, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 8: Né compi il rito, o NormaVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marko Mimica, Marina Rebeka, Anta Jankovska, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, Luciano Ganci, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 8: In mia man alfin tu seiVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Luciano Ganci, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 8: Gia mi pasco ne tuoi sguardiVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Luciano Ganci, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 8: Dammi quel ferro!Vincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Luciano Ganci, Marina Rebeka, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 8: Qual cor tradisti, qual cor perdestiVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Luciano Ganci, Marko Mimica, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 8: Norma!... deh! Norma! scolpati...Vincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marko Mimica, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, Marina Rebeka, Luciano Ganci, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
Norma, Act II, Scene 8: Deh! non volerli vittimeVincenzo Bellini, Felice Romani, Marina Rebeka, Luciano Ganci, Marko Mimica, Coro del Teatro Real, Madrid, John Fiore, Orquesta del Teatro Real, Madrid
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