Dive into the golden age of bel canto with Diana Damrau's captivating album, "Fiamma del Belcanto." This exquisite collection, released on March 27, 2015, under the Erato/Warner Classics label, showcases the renowned soprano's extraordinary vocal prowess and artistic sensitivity. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 18 minutes, the album features 24 enchanting arias from the 19th-century Italian opera repertoire, composed by the likes of Donizetti, Bellini, Verdi, Puccini, and Leoncavallo.
Diana Damrau, celebrated for her precision, refinement, and controlled intensity of expression, brings these timeless pieces to life with unparalleled grace and passion. Accompanied by the Orchestra del Teatro Regio di Torino, conducted by the esteemed Gianandrea Noseda, Damrau navigates the intricate melodies and soaring vocals of these beloved operas with remarkable ease.
The album opens with selections from Donizetti's "Rosmonda d'Inghilterra," followed by arias from Bellini's "I puritani" and "La sonnambula." Damrau's renditions of Verdi's arias from "I Masnadieri," "La Traviata," and "Luisa Miller" are particularly noteworthy, demonstrating her versatility and command of the bel canto style. The album concludes with a poignant aria from Puccini's "La bohème" and a dramatic piece from Leoncavallo's "Pagliacci."
"Fiamma del Belcanto" is not just a collection of arias but a testament to Diana Damrau's artistry and her deep connection to the bel canto tradition. Each aria is a masterclass in vocal technique and expressive storytelling, showcasing Damrau's ability to convey the full range of human experience through her voice. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Donizetti: Rosmonda d'Inghilterra, Act 1: "Ancor non giunse" (Rosmonda)Gaetano Donizetti, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Donizetti: Rosmonda d'Inghilterra, Act 1: "Perchè non ho del vento" (Rosmonda)Gaetano Donizetti, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Donizetti: Rosmonda d'Inghilterra, Act 1: "Torna, torna, o caro oggetto" (Rosmonda)Gaetano Donizetti, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Bellini: I puritani, Act 2: "O rendetemi la speme" (Elvira)Vincenzo Bellini, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Bellini: I puritani, Act 2: "Qui la voce sua soave" (Elvira)Vincenzo Bellini, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Bellini: I puritani, Act 2: "Vien, diletto" (Elvira)Vincenzo Bellini, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Donizetti: Maria Stuarda, Act 2: "Allenta il piè, Regina" (Maria, Anna)Gaetano Donizetti, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Donizetti: Maria Stuarda, Act 2: "O nube! che lieve per l'aria" (Maria, Anna)Gaetano Donizetti, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Donizetti: Maria Stuarda, Act 2: "Nella pace del mesto riposo" (Maria, Anna)Gaetano Donizetti, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Bellini: La sonnambula, Act 2: "Oh!... se una volta sola" (Amina)Vincenzo Bellini, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Bellini: La sonnambula, Act 2: "Ah! non credea mirarti" (Amina)Vincenzo Bellini, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Bellini: La sonnambula, Act 2: "Ah! non giunge uman pensiero" (Amina)Vincenzo Bellini, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Verdi: I Masnadieri, Act 1: "Venerabile, o padre" (Amalia)Giuseppe Verdi, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Verdi: I Masnadieri, Act 1: "Lo sguardo avea degli angeli" (Amalia)Giuseppe Verdi, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Verdi: La Traviata, Act 1: "È strano! ... È strano! " (Violetta)Giuseppe Verdi, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Verdi: La Traviata, Act 1: "Ah, fors'è lui " (Violetta)Giuseppe Verdi, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Verdi: La Traviata, Act 1: "Follie! Follie!" (Violetta)Giuseppe Verdi, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Verdi: La Traviata, Act 1: "Sempre libera" (Violetta, Alfredo)Giuseppe Verdi, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Verdi: Luisa Miller, Act 2: "Il padre tuo" (Luisa, Wurm)Giuseppe Verdi, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Verdi: Luisa Miller, Act 2: "Tu puniscimi, o Signore" (Luisa)Giuseppe Verdi, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Verdi: Luisa Miller, Act 2: "Qui nulla s'attenta" (Luisa, Wurm)Giuseppe Verdi, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Verdi: Luisa Miller, Act 2: "A brani, a brani, o perfido" (Luisa, Wurm)Giuseppe Verdi, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Puccini: La bohème, Act 3: "Donde lieta uscì" (Mimì)Giacomo Puccini, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
Leoncavallo: Pagliacci, Act 1: "Qual fiamma avea nel guardo!" (Nedda)Ruggero Leoncavallo, Diana Damrau, Gianandrea Noseda, Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino
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