Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Alfredo Catalani's "La Wally," a timeless opera masterpiece released on January 1, 2003, under the IDIS label. This two-hour, four-minute journey through the Alps and the human heart is a testament to Catalani's musical genius and his ability to blend drama and melody seamlessly.
"La Wally" is a story of love, betrayal, and redemption, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Tyrolean mountains. The opera is divided into four acts, each filled with memorable arias and ensembles that showcase the full range of human emotion. From the lively "Tra la la, tra la la, bravo Gellner" to the heart-wrenching "Eterne a me d'intorno," Catalani's music is as powerful as it is beautiful.
The opera's title role, Wally, is one of the most challenging and rewarding in the soprano repertoire. Her journey from innocent mountain girl to wronged woman is a testament to the power of love and the resilience of the human spirit. The role of Hagenbach, the man who betrays her, is equally complex, offering a chance for a baritone to shine.
"La Wally" is not just an opera; it's an experience. From the soaring melodies of the "Prelude" to the dramatic climax of "M'hai salvato," Catalani's music will transport you to the heart of the Alps and the depths of the human soul. Whether you're a seasoned opera fan or a newcomer to the genre, "La Wally" is an album that will leave a lasting impression.
Tracks
La Wally, Act I: Tra la la, tra la la, bravo GellnerAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act I: Un di, verso il MurzollAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act I: Su per l'erto sentierAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act I: Hagenbach, l'aborroAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act I: Sei tu che domandata hai la mai man?Alfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act I: Ebben? … Ne andro lontanaAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act I: Ad ora così tardaAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act II: Entro la folla che intorno si aggiraAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act II: No! Coll' amor tu non dei scherzarAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act II: Finora non m'han baciataAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act II: Sei tu?! Son ioAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act II: Gia il canto fervidoAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act II: Perche? Perche dimandiAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act III: PreludeAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act III: Fa cor, Wally!Alfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act III: L'Hagenbach qui?Alfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act III: Ne mai dunque avro pace?Alfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act III: E' desta ancora la selvaggiaAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act III: Dio! Vive ancor!Alfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act IV: PreludeAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act IV: Luogo sicuro questo non e piùAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act IV: Eterne a me d'intornoAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
La Wally, Act IV: M'hai salvatoAlfredo Catalani, Renata Tebaldi, Mario del Monaco, Renata Scotto, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, Giorgio Tozzi, Jolanda Gardino, Melchiorre Luise, Milan Teatro Alla Scala Chorus, Milan Teatro alla Scala Orchestra, Carlo Maria Giulini
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