Dive into the timeless artistry of Jussi Björling with "Björling Sings Verdi & Puccini," a captivating collection of operatic masterpieces released in 2003. This album showcases Björling's extraordinary vocal prowess and emotional depth, featuring iconic arias from Verdi's "Rigoletto," "Il trovatore," "Un ballo in maschera," "Aida," and "La forza del destino," as well as Puccini's beloved "La Bohème," "Tosca," "La fanciulla del West," and "Turandot." The album also includes a haunting rendition of Verdi's "Messa da Requiem." With a duration of 1 hour and 2 minutes, this compilation offers a rich tapestry of some of the most celebrated works in opera history. Accompanied by esteemed orchestras and conductors, including Frieder Weissman and Nils Grevillius, Björling's performances are nothing short of breathtaking. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a testament to Björling's enduring legacy and the timeless beauty of Verdi and Puccini's compositions.
Tracks
Rigoletto: O, I kvinnor / Questa o quellaGiuseppe Verdi, Jussi Björling, Nils Grevillius, Stockholm Radio Orchestra
Rigoletto: È il sol dell'animaGiuseppe Verdi, Jussi Björling, Nils Grevillius, Stockholm Radio Orchestra
Rigoletto: Ack, som ett fjun så lätt / La donna è mobileGiuseppe Verdi, Jussi Björling, Nils Grevillius, Stockholm Radio Orchestra
Rigoletto: La donna è mobileGiuseppe Verdi, Jussi Björling, Nils Grevillius, Stockholm Radio Orchestra
Il trovatore: Skyhögt mot himlenGiuseppe Verdi, Jussi Björling, Nils Grevillius, Stockholm Radio Orchestra
Il trovatore: Ah sì, ben mio…Di quella piraGiuseppe Verdi, Jussi Björling, Nils Grevillius, Stockholm Radio Orchestra
Un ballo in maschera: Di' tu se fedeleGiuseppe Verdi, Jussi Björling, Nils Grevillius, Stockholm Radio Orchestra
Aida: Celeste AidaGiuseppe Verdi, Jussi Björling, Nils Grevillius, Stockholm Radio Orchestra
Messa da Requiem: IngemiscoGiuseppe Verdi, Jussi Björling, Nils Grevillius, Stockholm Radio Orchestra
La Bohème: Che gelida maninaGiacomo Puccini, Jussi Björling, Nils Grevillius, Stockholm Radio Orchestra
Tosca: Det sköna står att finna / Recondita armoniaGiacomo Puccini, Jussi Björling, Nils Grevillius, Stockholm Radio Orchestra
Tosca: Recondita armoniaGiacomo Puccini, Jussi Björling, Nils Grevillius, Stockholm Radio Orchestra
Tosca: Jag minns stjärnorna liste / E lucean le stelleGiacomo Puccini, Jussi Björling, Nils Grevillius, Stockholm Radio Orchestra
Tosca: E lucean le stelleGiacomo Puccini, Jussi Björling, Nils Grevillius, Stockholm Radio Orchestra
La fanciulla del West: Ch'ella mi credaGiacomo Puccini, Jussi Björling, Nils Grevillius, Stockholm Radio Orchestra
Turandot: Nessun dorma!Giacomo Puccini, Jussi Björling, Nils Grevillius, Stockholm Radio Orchestra
La forza del destino: Solenne in quest'oraGiuseppe Verdi, Jussi Björling, Erno Rapee, General Motors Orchestra
Messa da Requiem: IngemiscoGiuseppe Verdi, Jussi Björling, Frieder Weissmann, Hilversum AVRO Orchestra
La Bohème: Che gelida maninaGiacomo Puccini, Jussi Björling, Frieder Weissmann, Hilversum AVRO Orchestra
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