Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Maria Callas with "Callas sings Great Arias from French Operas - Callas Remastered." This exquisite collection, released in 1982 and remastered in 2014, showcases Callas' unparalleled vocal prowess and dramatic depth through a selection of iconic arias from French operas. Collaborating with the Orchestre National de la Radiodiffusion Française under the baton of Georges Prêtre, Callas delivers performances that are as powerful as they are poignant.
The album spans a diverse range of compositions, from Gluck's "Orphée et Eurydice" and "Alceste" to Bizet's beloved "Carmen," Saint-Saëns' "Samson et Dalila," and works by Gounod, Thomas, Massenet, and Charpentier. Each track is a masterclass in vocal technique and emotional expression, highlighting Callas' ability to breathe life into every note and phrase. The remastered audio, meticulously restored from the original tapes at Abbey Road Studios, ensures that the listener experiences the full richness and clarity of Callas' voice.
With a duration of 49 minutes, this album is a testament to Callas' enduring legacy and her profound impact on the world of opera. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Callas sings Great Arias from French Operas - Callas Remastered" offers a captivating journey through some of the most celebrated works in French opera, performed by one of the most revered artists of all time.
Tracks
Gluck: Orphée et Eurydice, Wq. 41, Act 4: "J'ai perdu mon Eurydice" (Orphée)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Maria Callas, Georges Prêtre, French National Radio Orchestra
Gluck: Alceste, Wq. 44, Act 1: "Divinités du Styx" (Alceste)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Maria Callas, Georges Prêtre, French National Radio Orchestra
Bizet: Carmen, Act 1: Habanera. "L'amour est un oiseau rebelle" (Carmen)Georges Bizet, Maria Callas, Georges Prêtre, French National Radio Orchestra
Bizet: Carmen, WD 31, Act 1: Seguédille. "Près des remparts de Séville" (Carmen)Georges Bizet, Maria Callas, Georges Prêtre, French National Radio Orchestra
Saint-Saëns: Samson et Dalila, Op. 47, Act 1: "Printemps qui commence" (Dalila)Camille Saint-Saëns, Maria Callas, Georges Prêtre, French National Radio Orchestra
Saint-Saëns: Samson et Dalila, Op. 47, Act 2: "Samson, recherchant ma présence" - "Amour ! Viens aider ma faiblesse !" (Dalila)Camille Saint-Saëns, Maria Callas, Georges Prêtre, French National Radio Orchestra
Saint-Saëns: Samson et Dalila, Op. 47, Act 2: "Mon cœur s'ouvre à ta voix" (Dalila)Camille Saint-Saëns, Maria Callas, Georges Prêtre, French National Radio Orchestra
Gounod: Roméo et Juliette, Act 1: Valse. "Ah ! Je veux vivre dans ce rêve" (Juliette)Charles Gounod, Maria Callas, Georges Prêtre, French National Radio Orchestra
Thomas: Mignon, Act 2: "Ah, pour ce soir" - Polonaise. "Je suis Titania la blonde" (Philine)Ambroise Thomas, Maria Callas, Georges Prêtre, French National Radio Orchestra
Massenet: Le Cid, Act 3: "De cet affreux combat" - "Pleurez, mes yeux" (Chimène)Jules Massenet, Maria Callas, Georges Prêtre, French National Radio Orchestra
Charpentier: Louise, Act 3: "Depuis le jour où je me suis donnée" (Louise)Gustave Charpentier, Maria Callas, Georges Prêtre, French National Radio Orchestra
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