Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Alfredo Catalani's "La Wally," a timeless masterpiece of opera that has enchanted audiences for generations. This 2003 recording, released under the IDIS label, brings together the extraordinary talents of renowned soprano Renée Fleming and the London Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by the esteemed Sir Charles Mackerras. With a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes, this album is a comprehensive journey through Catalani's final and most celebrated opera.
"La Wally" is a dramatic and poignant tale of love, betrayal, and redemption, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Swiss Alps. The opera's title role, Wally, is a complex and compelling character, and Renée Fleming's powerful and nuanced performance brings her to life with remarkable depth and emotion. From the soaring heights of Wally's famous aria "Ebben? Ne andrò lontana" to the intense and dramatic ensemble pieces, Fleming's voice shines with a brilliance that captures the essence of this tragic heroine.
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Yvonne Kenny, also delivers a stunning performance, providing a rich and evocative musical backdrop that enhances the opera's dramatic tension and emotional resonance. The recording quality is exceptional, with every note and nuance captured in stunning detail, allowing you to fully appreciate the beauty and complexity of Catalani's score.
This album is not just a collection of songs, but a complete and immersive experience that transports you to the heart of the story. Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "La Wally" is sure to leave a lasting impression. Don't miss this opportunity to discover the magic of Alfredo Catalani's final opera and the extraordinary talents of Renée Fleming and the London Philharmonic Orchestra.
Tracks
La Wally, Act I: Tra la la, tra la la, bravo GellnerAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act I: Un di, verso il MurzollAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act I: Su per l'erto sentierAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act I: Hagenbach, l'aborroAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act I: Sei tu che domandata hai la mai man?Alfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act I: Ebben? … Ne andro lontanaAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act I: Ad ora così tardaAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act II: Entro la folla che intorno si aggiraAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act II: No! Coll' amor tu non dei scherzarAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act II: Finora non m'han baciataAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act II: Sei tu?! Son ioAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act II: Gia il canto fervidoAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act II: Perche? Perche dimandiAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act III: PreludeAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act III: Fa cor, Wally!Alfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act III: L'Hagenbach qui?Alfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act III: Ne mai dunque avro pace?Alfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act III: E' desta ancora la selvaggiaAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act III: Dio! Vive ancor!Alfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act IV: PreludeAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act IV: Luogo sicuro questo non e piùAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act IV: Eterne a me d'intornoAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act IV: M'hai salvatoAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
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