Step back in time to the golden age of opera with Giuseppe Di Stefano's captivating concert performance from 1950, released on January 1, 2000, by Maestoso. This album is a treasure trove of operatic arias, showcasing Di Stefano's legendary tenor voice in its prime. The recording features a stellar lineup of supporting artists, including Giuseppe Bertinazzo, Manuela Bianchi Porro, and Antonio Zerbini, accompanied by the prestigious Orchestra e coro del Teatro alla Scala, conducted by Gabriele Santini.
The album spans a rich hour of music, presenting a diverse selection of arias from some of the most beloved operas, including "Faust" by Charles Gounod, "La Bohème" by Giacomo Puccini, and "Rigoletto" by Giuseppe Verdi. Each track is a testament to Di Stefano's extraordinary vocal prowess and his ability to bring depth and nuance to every role. From the tender "Che gelida manina" to the dramatic "E lucevan le stelle," Di Stefano's performance is nothing short of breathtaking.
This album is a must-listen for opera enthusiasts and casual listeners alike, offering a rare opportunity to experience the magic of live opera from one of the 20th century's most celebrated tenors. Whether you're a seasoned opera lover or new to the genre, Giuseppe Di Stefano in Concert 1950 is sure to leave you spellbound.
Tracks
Faust: "Salut! demeure, chaste et pure"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Léon Barzin
Martha: "M'appari"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Léon Barzin
La Boheme: "Che gelida manina"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Léon Barzin
La Boheme: "O soave fanciulla"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Bidu Sayão, Léon Barzin
Le Cid: "O Souverain, o Juge, o Pere"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Léon Barzin
Rigoletto: "Ella mi fu rapita... Parmi veder le lagrime"Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Léon Barzin
Madama Butterfly: "Viene la sera"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Renata Tebaldi, Léon Barzin
La Gioconda: "Cielo e mar"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Léon Barzin
Tosca: "E lucevan le stelle"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Léon Barzin
Lucia di Lammermoor: "Sulla tomba... Verrano a te"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Lily Pons, Léon Barzin
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