Experience the timeless elegance of Nicolai Gedda's vocal prowess with the release of "Nikolai Gedda Concert in Moscow, October 6, 1980 (Live)" on JSC "Firma Melodiya". This captivating live album, recorded on October 6, 1980, and released on November 24, 2016, offers a unique glimpse into a legendary performance that spans a diverse repertoire of opera and classical pieces.
The album features 20 tracks, including iconic compositions such as "There, A Racing Mail Sleigh," "The Bell Rings Monotonously," and "Don Juan's Serenade." Gedda's extraordinary vocal range and emotive delivery shine through in each piece, from the hauntingly beautiful "Evening Bell" to the lively "Hey, the Village is Visible." The album also showcases Gedda's versatility with selections from Tchaikovsky's "6 Romances, Op. 38" and "6 Romances, Op. 73," as well as other notable works like "Dubrovsky" and "Aleko."
With a duration of approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes, this live recording is a testament to Gedda's enduring legacy as one of the most celebrated tenors of the 20th century. The album's rich tapestry of music, ranging from operatic arias to romantic ballads, offers a comprehensive exploration of Gedda's artistry. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a must-listen for anyone seeking to appreciate the brilliance of Nicolai Gedda's voice and the timeless beauty of classical music.
Tracks
There, A Racing Mail SleighTraditional, Nicolai Gedda, Людмила Ермакова, Большой хор Всесоюзного радио и Центрального телевидения
The Bell Rings Monotonously (Arr. Alexander Sveshnikov)Konstantin Sidorovich, Nicolai Gedda, Людмила Ермакова, Большой хор Всесоюзного радио и Центрального телевидения
Hey, the Village is Visible (Arr. Nikolay Kolessa)Traditional, Klavdi Ptitsa, Большой хор Всесоюзного радио и Центрального телевидения
Evening Bell (Arr. Alexander Sveshnikov)Alexander Alyabyev, Nicolai Gedda, Klavdi Ptitsa, Большой хор Всесоюзного радио и Центрального телевидения
Blizzard Sweeps Along the StreetAlexander Varlamov, Nicolai Gedda, Klavdi Ptitsa, Большой хор Всесоюзного радио и Центрального телевидения
6 Romances, Op. 73: No. 3, In This Moonlit NightPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Nicolai Gedda, David Lerner
6 Romances, Op. 38: No. 3, Amid the Din of the BallPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Nicolai Gedda, David Lerner
6 Romances, Op. 38: No. 1, Don Juan's SerenadePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Nicolai Gedda, David Lerner
Venetian NightMikhail Glinka, Людмила Ермакова, Большой хор Всесоюзного радио и Центрального телевидения
Oh, You Little NightTraditional, Nicolai Gedda, Людмила Ермакова, Большой хор Всесоюзного радио и Центрального телевидения
How will I Go to the Fast RiverAlexey Popov, Nicolai Gedda, Людмила Ермакова, Большой хор Всесоюзного радио и Центрального телевидения
Winter RoadVissarion Shebalin, Людмила Ермакова, Большой хор Всесоюзного радио и Центрального телевидения
Dubrovsky, Op. 58: Romance of Vladimir " O, day mne zabvene, rodnaya"Eduard Nápravnik, Nicolai Gedda, David Lerner
Dobrynya Nikitich, Op. 22: Alyosha's Second Song "Rastsveli v pole tsvetiki"Alexander Gretchaninov, Nicolai Gedda, David Lerner
Aleko: Romance of a Young Gypsy "Vzglyani, pod otdalennym svodom"Sergei Rachmaninoff, Nicolai Gedda, David Lerner
Oh You, Wide SteppeTraditional, Nicolai Gedda, Людмила Ермакова, Большой хор Всесоюзного радио и Центрального телевидения
Pearl Seekers: Nadir's Romance "Je crois entendre encore"Georges Bizet, Nicolai Gedda, David Lerner
HomelandAbram Polyachek, Nicolai Gedda, David Lerner
Evening Bell I (Arr. Alexander Sveshnikov)Alexander Alyabyev, Nicolai Gedda, Klavdi Ptitsa, Большой хор Всесоюзного радио и Центрального телевидения
Five Songs, Op. 1: No. 5, LullabyAlexander Gretchaninov, Nicolai Gedda, David Lerner
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