Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Luciano Pavarotti with "The Pavarotti Edition, Vol.2: Bellini, Donizetti, Verdi." Released in 2001 under Decca Music Group Ltd., this album is a masterful compilation of operatic arias that showcases Pavarotti's unparalleled vocal prowess and emotional depth. Spanning a little over an hour and sixteen minutes, the album features 17 tracks from the works of three legendary composers: Vincenzo Bellini, Gaetano Donizetti, and Giuseppe Verdi.
Pavarotti's renditions of beloved arias such as "I Capuleti e i Montecchi," "Norma," and "La Sonnambula" by Bellini, as well as Donizetti's "Il Duca d'Alba" and Verdi's "I Lombardi" and "Ernani," are nothing short of breathtaking. Each piece is a testament to Pavarotti's ability to convey the full range of human emotion through his voice, from the tender and lyrical to the powerful and dramatic.
This album is not just a collection of songs but a journey through some of the most celebrated works in the opera repertoire. Pavarotti's collaboration with esteemed conductors and orchestras, including the Orchestra of Welsh National Opera and the Chorus of the Welsh National Opera, adds an extra layer of richness to the performances. The album also features notable artists such as Nicolai Ghiaurov and Joan Sutherland, enhancing the overall listening experience.
Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "The Pavarotti Edition, Vol.2: Bellini, Donizetti, Verdi" offers a captivating exploration of the operatic art form. Pavarotti's voice, with its distinctive warmth and clarity, brings these timeless compositions to life, making this album a cherished addition to any classical music collection.
Tracks
I Capuleti e i Montecchi, Act I: L'amo, ah! L'amo, e m'è si caraVincenzo Bellini, Luciano Pavarotti, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, Claudio Abbado
Norma / Act 1: Meco all'altar di VenereVincenzo Bellini, Luciano Pavarotti, Kim Begley, Welsh National Opera Chorus, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Norma / Act 1: Me protegge, me difendeVincenzo Bellini, Luciano Pavarotti, Kim Begley, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
La Sonnambula / Act 1: Perdona, o mia diletta...Vincenzo Bellini, Luciano Pavarotti, Dame Joan Sutherland, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
La Sonnambula / Act 1: Prendi: l'anel ti donoVincenzo Bellini, Luciano Pavarotti, Dame Joan Sutherland, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Beatrice di Tenda / Act 1: Sì: rivale ... rivale regnanteVincenzo Bellini, Josephine Veasey, Luciano Pavarotti, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
I puritani, Act I: A te, o caraVincenzo Bellini, Luciano Pavarotti, Nicolai Ghiaurov, Gian Carlo Luccardi, Dame Joan Sutherland, Chorus of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
I Puritani / Act 3: Vieni, vieni fra questa bracciaVincenzo Bellini, Luciano Pavarotti, Dame Joan Sutherland, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Don Sebastiano, re di Portogallo, Act II: Deserto in terraGaetano Donizetti, Luciano Pavarotti, Wiener Opernorchester, Sir Edward Downes
Il Duca d'Alba, Act IV: Inosservato - Angelo casto e belGaetano Donizetti, Luciano Pavarotti, Wiener Opernorchester, Sir Edward Downes
I Lombardi / Act 2: "O madre mia, che fa colei?"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Jane Shaulis, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, James Levine
I Lombardi / Act 2: "La mia letizia infondere"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Jane Shaulis, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, James Levine
I Lombardi / Act 2: "Come poteva un angelo"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Jane Shaulis, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, James Levine
I due Foscari, Act I: Ah sì, ch'io sento ancora - Dal più remoto esiglioGiuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Wiener Opernorchester, Sir Edward Downes
Ernani, Act I: Mercé, diletti amici – Come rugiada al cespiteGiuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Welsh National Opera Chorus, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Ernani, Act I: Dell'esilio nel doloreGiuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Welsh National Opera Chorus, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Attila, Act III: Oh, doloreGiuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, Claudio Abbado
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