Immerse yourself in the grand historical narrative of "Cristoforo Colombo" by Alberto Franchetti, a timeless opera that captures the spirit of exploration and discovery. This 1992 release from Koch Schwann is a monumental work, spanning nearly two and a half hours, and is a testament to Franchetti's mastery of operatic composition. The album is a complete recording of the opera, featuring a full cast of talented vocalists and a rich orchestral accompaniment, bringing to life the dramatic story of Christopher Columbus's voyages.
The opera is divided into three acts, each filled with a rich tapestry of arias, duets, and choruses that vividly depict the historical events and personal struggles of the characters. From the bustling streets of Genoa to the shores of the New World, the music transports you through the journey of Columbus, his crew, and the indigenous people they encounter. The libretto, filled with poetic language and historical detail, adds depth to the musical storytelling.
Franchetti's score is a blend of lyrical melodies and dramatic intensity, showcasing his ability to convey both the grandeur of historical events and the intimate emotions of the characters. The chorus plays a significant role, adding depth and richness to the narrative, while the soloists deliver powerful performances that bring the characters to life.
"Cristoforo Colombo" is not just an opera; it's a historical epic set to music. It offers a unique perspective on one of history's most famous explorers, blending fact and fiction to create a compelling and engaging story. Whether you're an opera enthusiast or a history buff, this album is a captivating exploration of a pivotal moment in world history.
Tracks
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 1: Vedi, come s'affana... (Roldano, 4 Cavalieri)Alberto Franchetti, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Marcello Viotti, Carlo Bosi, Mark Guleghin, Vicente Obuena, Enrico Turco
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 2: Ah! ... Ecco il corteo! (Roldano, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 3: Guardate la che strani ...? (Roldano, 3 Romei, 4 Cavalieri, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Carlo Bosi, Mark Guleghin, Pierre Levebre, Fabio Previati, Enrico Turco, Vincento Obueno, Michele Pertusi
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 3: Il mar cantiamo (3 Romei, Un Frate, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Carlo Bosi, Pierre Levebre, Fabio Previati, Dalibor Jenis
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 4: Perchè ridete ... (Roldano, Un Frate, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Dalibor Jenis
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 5: Ebben, messeri? (Roldano, 1° Cavaliere, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Carlo Bosi
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 6 + 7: E lo stranier ... / O figlio di Veggenti (Roldano, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 8: Oltraggio vil! (Colombo, Guevara, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Marco Berti
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 9: O maledetta risa! (Colombo, Isabella, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Rosella Ragatzu, Marcello Viotti
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 10: Un uoma che piange (Colombo, Isabella, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Rosella Ragatzu, Marcello Viotti
Cristoforo Colombo, Act II, Scene 1: Rotta fatale ... (Matheos, 3 Romei, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Vincente Ombuena, Pierre Levebre, Fabio Previati, Michele Pertusi
Cristoforo Colombo, Act II, Scene 2: Messere l'Ammiraglio (Colombo, Roldano, Matheos, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Vicente Ombuena
Cristoforo Colombo, Act II, Scene 3: Han pescato un presagio ... (Roldano, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Roberto Scanduzzi
Cristoforo Colombo, Act II, Scene 4: E la luna! (Guevara, Roldano, Una Voce dalla Pinta, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Carlo Bosi, Marco Berti
Cristoforo Colombo, Act II, Scene 5: Dunque ho sognato? (Colombo, Una Voce dalla Pinta)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Marcello Viotti, Carlo Bosi
Cristoforo Colombo, Act II, Scene 6: Salve Regina ... (Colombo, Roldano, Marguerite, Diaz, Cavalieri, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Carlo Bosi, Pierre Levebre, Fabio Previati
Cristoforo Colombo, Act II, Scene 6: Terra, terra ... (Una Voce dalla Pinta, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Carlo Bosi
Cristoforo Colombo, Act III, Scene 1: L'oro, l'oro! (Yanika, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Andrea Ulbrich
Cristoforo Colombo, Act III, Scene 2: Ah! ... Yanika! Tu? (Yanika, Anacoana, Il Vecchio, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Gisella Pasino, Andrea Albrich, Dalibor Jenis
Cristoforo Colombo, Act III, Scene 2: No! ... La voce profetica ... (Anacoana, Il Vecchio, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Gisella Pasino, Dalibor Jenis
Cristoforo Colombo, Act III, Scene 3: Guardami tu che piangi ... (Anacoana, Il Vecchio)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Marcello Viotti, Gisella Pasino, Dalibor Jenis
Cristoforo Colombo, Act III, Scene 4 + 5: O grazioso Signor! / VoiSer Roldano? (Anacoana, Roldano, Colombo, Marguerite, Diaz, Guevara, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Gisella Pasino, Marco Berti, Fabio Previati, Enrico Turco
Cristoforo Colombo, Act III, Scene 6: O ciel! Guardate .... (Guevara, Iguamota, Anacoana, Roldano, Diaz, Marguerite, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Rosella Ragatzu, Marcello Viotti, Gisella Pasino, Marco Berti, Pierre Levebre, Fabio Previati
Cristoforo Colombo, Act III, Scene 6: La notte! ... Gia! ... (Guevara, Iguamota, Colombo, Roldano, Bobadilla, Anacoana, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Rosella Ragatzu, Marcello Viotti, Gisella Pasino, Marco Berti, Enrico Turco
Cristoforo Colombo, Act III, Scene 6: O maledetta ... (Colombo, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor, Marcello Viotti
Cristoforo Colombo, Epilogo, Scene 1: De' nostri Regi ... (Colombo, Guevara)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Marcello Viotti, Marco Berti
Cristoforo Colombo, Epilogo, Scene 1: Lieto presagio (Colombo, Guevara)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Marcello Viotti, Marco Berti
Cristoforo Colombo, Epilogo, Scene 1: Quest' ora dolce ... (Guevara)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Marcello Viotti, Marco Berti
Cristoforo Colombo, Epilogo, Scene 2: Perchè non posso ... (Colombo, Una Fanciulla, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Andrea Ulbrich
Cristoforo Colombo, Epilogo, Scene 3: Perchè, cosi mi guardi? (Colombo, Guevara)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Marcello Viotti, Marco Berti
Cristoforo Colombo, Epilogo, Scene 3: Guarda! ... L'oceano ... (Colombo, Guevara)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Marcello Viotti, Marco Berti
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