Dive into the enchanting world of opera with "Portrait Of Pilar" by the legendary soprano Pilar Lorengar. Released on January 1, 2014, under Decca Music Group Ltd., this album is a captivating collection of some of the most celebrated arias from the opera repertoire. Spanning a little over an hour and nineteen minutes, this album is a testament to Lorengar's extraordinary vocal prowess and emotional depth.
The tracklist is a journey through iconic operas, featuring pieces from "Don Giovanni," "Tosca," "Manon Lescaut," "Don Carlo," and many more. Each aria is a masterpiece in its own right, showcasing Lorengar's ability to bring out the nuances and complexities of each character. From the heart-wrenching "Sola, perduta, abbandonata" from "Manon Lescaut" to the hopeful "Un bel dì vedremo" from "Madama Butterfly," Lorengar's performances are nothing short of breathtaking.
"Portrait Of Pilar" is not just an album; it's a celebration of Lorengar's illustrious career and her enduring legacy in the world of opera. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Pilar Lorengar's voice, with its crystalline clarity and profound expressiveness, will transport you to the heart of each story, making this album a true gem in any music collection.
This LP was released in 2014.
Tracks
Don Giovanni K.527 / Act 1: "Don Ottavio... son morta! ..Or sai chi l'onore"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Pilar Lorengar, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
Don Carlo / Act 5: "Tu che le vanità"Giuseppe Verdi, Pilar Lorengar, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
La vida breve: Vivan los que rien!Manuel de Falla, Pilar Lorengar, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
La vida breve: Allí está! Riyendo, junto á esa mujéManuel de Falla, Pilar Lorengar, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
Suor Angelica, Opera lirica in un atto: "Senza mamma"Giacomo Puccini, Pilar Lorengar, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
Madama Butterfly / Act 3: "Tu, tu, piccolo iddio"Giacomo Puccini, Pilar Lorengar, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
Lohengrin, WWV 75 / Act 1: "Einsam in trüben Tagen"Richard Wagner, Pilar Lorengar, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
Goyescas: La maja y el ruiseñorEnrique Granados, Pilar Lorengar, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
La Bohème / Act 1: "Sì. Mi chiamano Mimì"Giacomo Puccini, Pilar Lorengar, Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, Giuseppe Patanè
La Rondine / Act 1: "Chi il bel sogno di Doretta"Giacomo Puccini, Pilar Lorengar, Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, Giuseppe Patanè
Madama Butterfly / Act 2: "Un bel dì vedremo"Giacomo Puccini, Pilar Lorengar, Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, Giuseppe Patanè
Turandot / Act 3: "Tu che di gel sei cinta"Giacomo Puccini, Pilar Lorengar, Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, Giuseppe Patanè
Gianni Schicchi: "O mio babbino caro"Giacomo Puccini, Pilar Lorengar, Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, Giuseppe Patanè
Rusalka, Op. 114 / Act 1: "Mesicku na nebi hlubokém"Antonín Dvořák, Pilar Lorengar, Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, Giuseppe Patanè
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