Experience the grandeur of Gioachino Rossini's masterful opera "Semiramide" in this stunning 1992 recording. This two-act opera, based on Voltaire's tragedy "Semiramis," showcases Rossini's unparalleled genius for melody and dramatic intensity. The libretto by Gaetano Rossi brings to life the intricate plot of power, love, and betrayal set against the backdrop of ancient Babylon.
This album features a live performance recorded in August 1992 at the Palafestival di Pesaro during the Rossini Opera Festival, ensuring an authentic and vibrant rendition of this classic work. With a duration of over two hours, the album captures the full scope of Rossini's musical brilliance, from the stirring overture to the dramatic arias and ensemble pieces that define the opera.
The performance is conducted by Alberto Zedda, with the Vlaamse Opera Ghent Symphony Orchestra providing the rich, orchestral accompaniment. The cast includes some of the finest voices of the era, delivering powerful and nuanced performances that bring the characters of Semiramide, Arsace, Assur, and others to life.
"Semiramide" is not just an opera; it is a testament to Rossini's enduring legacy in the world of classical music. This recording is a treasure for both seasoned opera enthusiasts and those new to the genre, offering a rich and immersive experience of one of Rossini's most celebrated works.
Tracks
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Ouverture"Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Suoni festevoli, mitici cori" (Coro, Idreno, Assur, Oroe)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, Anastasios Vrenios, Raymond Myers, Clifford Grant
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Fra tanti regi e popoli" (Semiramide, Oroe, Idreno, Assur, Coro)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Clifford Grant, Anastasios Vrenios, Raymond Myers
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Eccomi alfine in Babilonia" (Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Ah! quel giorno ognor rammento" (Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Io t'attendeva, Arsace" (Oroe, Arsace, Assur)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Clifford Grant, Marilyn Horne, Raymond Myers
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Bella imago degli Dei" (Arsace, Assur)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne, Raymond Myers
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Serena i vaghi rai" (Coro, Semiramide)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, Joan Sutherland
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Dolce pensiero di quell'istante" (Semiramide, Coro)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Ambrosian Opera Chorus
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Serbami ognor sì fido" (Semiramide, Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Alle più calde immagini" (Semiramide, Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Ah! dov'è, dov'è il cimento" (Idreno)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Anastasios Vrenios
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "E se ancor libero è il tuo bel core" (Idreno)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Anastasios Vrenios
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Marcia introduttiva - Ergi omai la fronte altera" (Coro, Semiramide, Assur, Arsace, Idreno)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, Joan Sutherland, Raymond Myers, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "L'alto eroe che dell'Assiria" (Semiramide, Assur, Idreno, Arsace, Oroe, Azema, Coro)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Raymond Myers, Anastasios Vrenios, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "Qual mesto gemito" (Semiramide, Idreno, Assur, Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Anastasios Vrenios, Raymond Myers, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act I: "D'un semidio che adoro" (Semiramide, Assur, Idreno, Ombra di Nino, Arsace, Oroe, Coro)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Raymond Myers, Anastasios Vrenios, Clifford Grant
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Se la vita ancor t'è cara" (Semiramide, Assur)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Raymond Myers
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Quella, ricordati, notte di morte" (Assur, Semiramide)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Raymond Myers, Joan Sutherland
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Ma implacabile di Nino" (Semiramide, Assur)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Raymond Myers
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Ebben, compiasi omai" (Arsace, Oroe)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne, Clifford Grant
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Su, ti scuoti, rammenta chi sei!" (Oroe, Magi, Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Clifford Grant, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "No: non ti lascio" (Semiramide, Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Ebben... a te; ferisci" (Semiramide, Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Giorno d'orrore!... e di contento!" (Semiramide, Arsace)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Joan Sutherland, Marilyn Horne
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "La speranza più soave" (Idreno, Coro)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Anastasios Vrenios, Ambrosian Opera Chorus
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Il dì già cade" (Assur, Coro)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Raymond Myers, Ambrosian Opera Chorus
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Sì, vi sarà vendetta" (Assur, Satrapi)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Raymond Myers, Ambrosian Opera Chorus
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Qual densa notte! ove scendiamo" (Assur, Oroe, Arsace, Semiramide)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Raymond Myers, Clifford Grant, Marilyn Horne, Joan Sutherland
Semiramide, IGR 60, Act II: "Dei! qual sospiro!" (Arsace, Assur, Semiramide, Oroe, Coro)Gioacchino Rossini, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne, Raymond Myers, Joan Sutherland, Clifford Grant
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