Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Beniamino Gigli, one of the greatest opera singers of all time, with "The Beniamino Gigli Collection, Vol. 5: True Belcanto in Opera and Songs." This captivating album, released on August 5, 2014, by Jube Classic, showcases a stunning collection of recordings spanning from 1927 to 1949, meticulously remastered for modern audiences. The album is a testament to Gigli's unique bel canto style, blending secular and sacred vocal music in a harmonious fusion of opera and songs.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 18 minutes, the album features a diverse tracklist that includes iconic pieces such as "Una furtiva lagrima," "Quanto è bella, quanto è cara!," and "Vittoria, mio core." Gigli's extraordinary vocal range and emotive delivery shine through in each performance, offering a glimpse into the golden age of opera. The album also includes notable tracks like "M'appari tutt'amor" and "Giusto cielo, rispondete," sung in Italian, which highlight Gigli's mastery of the language and his ability to convey deep emotional resonance.
This collection is not just an album but a journey through the rich history of opera, featuring collaborations with renowned artists such as Elisabeth Rethberg and Edita Fleischer. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "The Beniamino Gigli Collection, Vol. 5" offers an unparalleled listening experience that celebrates the enduring legacy of Beniamino Gigli.
Tracks
Una furtiva lagrimaGaetano Donizetti, Beniamino Gigli, Sir John Barbirolli
Quanto è bella, quanto è cara!Gaetano Donizetti, Beniamino Gigli, Philharmonia Chorus, Philharmonia Orchestra, Stanford Robinson
O del mio dolce ardorChristoph Willibald Gluck, Beniamino Gigli, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, Dino Olivieri
M'appari tutt'amor (Sung in Italian)Friedrich von Flotow, Beniamino Gigli, Rosario Bourdon
Enzo, Grimaldo, Principe di SantaflorAmilcare Ponchielli, Beniamino Gigli, Giuseppe De Luca, Rosario Bourdon
Cielo! E mar!Amilcare Ponchielli, Beniamino Gigli, Rosario Bourdon
Chi mi frena in tal momento?Gaetano Donizetti, Beniamino Gigli, Giuseppe De Luca, Louise Homer, Amelita Galli-Curci, Angelo Badà, Ezio Pinza, Metropolitan Opera Chorus, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Giulio Setti
Tombe degl'avi mieiGaetano Donizetti, Beniamino Gigli, Giuseppe De Luca, Louise Homer, Amelita Galli-Curci, Angelo Badà, Ezio Pinza, Metropolitan Opera Chorus, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Giulio Setti
Giusto cielo, rispondeteGaetano Donizetti, Beniamino Gigli, Giuseppe De Luca, Louise Homer, Amelita Galli-Curci, Angelo Badà, Ezio Pinza, Metropolitan Opera Chorus, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Giulio Setti
Cujus animam gementemGioachino Rossini, Beniamino Gigli, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, Carlo Sabajno
Per la gloria d'adorarviGiovanni Bononcini, Beniamino Gigli, Vito Carnevali
Già il sole del GangeAlessandro Scarlatti, Beniamino Gigli, Vito Carnevali
Sebben, crudele mi fai languirAntonio Caldara, Beniamino Gigli, Vito Carnevali
Intorno all'idol mioAntonio Cesti, Beniamino Gigli, Rainaldo Zamboni
Pietà, SignoreAnonymous, Beniamino Gigli, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, Carlo Sabajno
Ah, se tu dormi ancoraGiovanni Battista Bassani, Beniamino Gigli
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