Dive into the rich and captivating world of Baroque opera with Francesco Cavalli's "Il Giasone," a masterful recording released in 2012. This three-act opera, complete with a prologue, is a delightful blend of comedy and tragedy, showcasing Cavalli's genius for weaving intricate narratives with enchanting music. Composed in 1649, "Il Giasone" is Cavalli's tenth opera, and this recording is a testament to his enduring legacy.
Under the skilled direction of conductor Federico Maria Sardelli and the Symphony Orchestra of the Vlaamse Opera, this album brings to life the dramatic tale of Jason and Medea with unparalleled depth and nuance. The libretto, penned by Giacinto Andrea Cicognini, is brought to life by a stellar cast of vocalists, including Robin Johannsen, Katarina Bradic, and Angélique Noldus, each delivering powerful performances that highlight the opera's rich tapestry of characters and plotlines.
"Il Giasone" is not just a retelling of the classic mythological story but a vibrant mosaic of contrasting episodes, each rich with musical and dramatic depth. The opera alternates seamlessly between tragic and comic elements, creating a dynamic and engaging listening experience. From the soaring arias to the intricate ensemble pieces, every moment of this recording is a testament to Cavalli's mastery of the operatic form.
With a duration of over three hours, this album is a comprehensive exploration of Cavalli's operatic genius. The choral arrangements are particularly noteworthy, showcasing the orchestra's ability to capture the full range of human expression, from joy and exultation to despair and longing. Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Il Giasone" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that will leave you captivated and inspired.
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Giasone: SinfoniaFrancesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Prologue: Quest'e il giorno prefisso (Sole, Amore)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: SinfoniaFrancesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act I Scene 1: Dall'oriente porge (Ercole, Besso)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act I Scene 2: Delizie, contenti che l'alma beate (Giasone, Ercole)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act I Scene 3: Se dardo pungente (Medea)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act I Scene 4: Ferma, Medea, deh ferma le fuggitive piante (Egeo, Medea)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act I Scene 5: Fiero l'amor l'alma tormenta (Oreste)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act I Scene 6: Son gobbo, son Demo, son bello, son bravo (Demo, Oreste)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act I Scene 7: Voli il tempo se sa, rotin gli anni fugaci al corso loro (Delfa)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act I Scene 8: O dio, Giason arriva e a me s'invia (Medea, Delfa)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act I Scene 9: Regina, in questo giorno giurai passar nel mostruoso arringo (Giasone, Medea)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act I Scene 10: I miei secreti amori son palesi a costei? (Giasone)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act I Scene 11: Giasone, e qui la sposa, e qui colei (Medea, Giasone, Delfa)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act I Scene 12: Godi, godi bella coppia che 'l diletto tra quei nodi si raddoppia (Delfa)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act I Scene 13: Isifile infelice del bel trono di Lenno esule sventurata (Delfa)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act I Scene 14: Dell'antro magico stridenti cardini (Medea, Chorus)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act II Scene 1: Oreste ancor non giunge, e pur ogni momento (Isifile, Alinda)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act II Scene 2: Io pur ti tocco, o lido, io pur ti bacio, o terra (Oreste, Isifile)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act II Scene 3: Ecco il fatal castello (Medea, Giasone)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act II Scene 4: Effetti singolari favori senza pari! (Giasone)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act II Scene 5: CombattimentoFrancesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act II Scene 6: Sei ferito, mio ben (Medea, Giasone, Ercole)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act II Scene 7: Alla nave, alla nave? Medea e Giason s'abbracciano? (Demo, Egeo)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act II Scene 7: La regina di Lenno, gran pronipote mia (Giove, Chorus, Amore)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act II: Scene 8: Per ritrovar suo onore, benche s'oscuri il cielo e 'l mar s'adiri (Oreste, Alinda)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act II Scene 9: Soccorso, aiuto, ola, io more, iomw, pieta (Demo, Oreste)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act II Scene 10: Scendi, o bella, vieni al porto (Giasone, Medea) - Scene 11: Isifile, signor, quella che in Lenno … (Oreste, Giasone, Medea)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act II Scene 12: O dio, ecco Giasone con la belta gradita (Isifile, Medea, Giasone)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act II Scene 13: Gradite tempeste, procelle adorate (Alinda, Besso)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III: SinfoniaFrancesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 1: Nel boschetto ove odor spirano, vaghi fiori e 'l suol ricamano (Oreste, Delfa)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 2: Sotto il tremulo ciel di queste frond (Medea, Giasone)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 3: Gentil discorso e questo, ma pazzo e ben chi non intende il resto (Oreste)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 4: Il porto, il lido, il pian, la valle, il monte (Isifile, Giasone, Medea)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 5: Giason (Besso, Giasone)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 7: Perch'io torni a languir mi si nega 'l morir (Egeo, Demo)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 7: Gioite, gioite, festosi, festosi (Demo)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 8: Fra i notturni perigli, signora, ove vai tu? (Oreste, Isifile) - Scene 9: Besso qui non appare, ed io misera anelo (Medea)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 10: Perche sospiri, Medea gelosa (Delfa)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 11: Di guerriero drappello o veggio o veder parmi (Medea, Besso)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 12: Besso, Besso (Isifile, Besso) - Scene 13: Qual incognita forza (Egeo, Medea)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 14: Tormento, ove mi guidi? Ritorniamo a Giason (Besso, Giasone)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 15: Non m'affligger cosi, palesami chi sei (Medea, Egeo)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 16: Ovunque il pie rivolgo si splalanca un abisso (Giasone)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 17: Giason qui parla, Dell'aurora il lume mi scopre il traditor che dorme o langue (Egeo, Isifile, Giasone, Besso, Medea)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 21: Regina, Egeo, amici, supplicate per me questo crudele (Isifile)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 21: Non ho piu core in petto scoppia l'alma nel seno (Giasone)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 21: Quante son le mie gioie (Giasone, Isifile, Alinda, Oreste, Delfa, Demo, Egeo)Francesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
Giasone: Act III Scene 21: CiacconaFrancesco Cavalli, Christophe Dumaux, Katarina Bradic, Robin Johannsen, Josef Wagner, Filippo Adami, Yaniv D'or, Angelique Noldus, Andrew Ashwin, Emilio Pons, Flanders Opera Chorus, Flanders Opera Symphony Orchestra, Federico Maria Sardelli
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