Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Alberto Franchetti's "Cristoforo Colombo," a timeless opera that brings to life the epic journey of the legendary explorer. Released on May 17, 1992, under the Koch Schwann label, this album is a masterful composition that spans over two hours and thirty-nine minutes, offering a rich and immersive experience for opera enthusiasts and classical music lovers alike.
Franchetti's intricate score and compelling narrative are beautifully captured in this recording, featuring a stellar cast of vocalists who bring depth and passion to each character. From the dramatic intensity of "Oltraggio vil!" to the haunting beauty of "Salve Regina," every track is a testament to Franchetti's musical genius and the power of storytelling through opera.
The album is divided into three acts, each filled with a variety of scenes that weave together the story of Cristoforo Colombo's adventures. The chorus and soloists deliver performances that are both technically impressive and emotionally resonant, making this a standout recording in the world of classical music.
Whether you are a seasoned opera aficionado or new to the genre, "Cristoforo Colombo" is an album that promises to captivate and inspire. Franchetti's music, combined with the rich historical context and the skillful performances, makes this a must-listen for anyone looking to explore the depths of classical vocal artistry.
Tracks
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 1: Vedi, come s'affana... (Roldano, 4 Cavalieri)Alberto Franchetti, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Marcello Viotti, Carlo Bosi, Mark Guleghin, Vicente Obuena, Enrico Turco
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 2: Ah! ... Ecco il corteo! (Roldano, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 3: Guardate la che strani ...? (Roldano, 3 Romei, 4 Cavalieri, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Carlo Bosi, Mark Guleghin, Pierre Levebre, Fabio Previati, Enrico Turco, Vincento Obueno, Michele Pertusi
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 3: Il mar cantiamo (3 Romei, Un Frate, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Carlo Bosi, Pierre Levebre, Fabio Previati, Dalibor Jenis
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 4: Perchè ridete ... (Roldano, Un Frate, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Dalibor Jenis
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 5: Ebben, messeri? (Roldano, 1° Cavaliere, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Carlo Bosi
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 6 + 7: E lo stranier ... / O figlio di Veggenti (Roldano, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 8: Oltraggio vil! (Colombo, Guevara, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Marco Berti
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 9: O maledetta risa! (Colombo, Isabella, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Rosella Ragatzu, Marcello Viotti
Cristoforo Colombo, Act I, Scene 10: Un uoma che piange (Colombo, Isabella, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Rosella Ragatzu, Marcello Viotti
Cristoforo Colombo, Act II, Scene 1: Rotta fatale ... (Matheos, 3 Romei, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Vincente Ombuena, Pierre Levebre, Fabio Previati, Michele Pertusi
Cristoforo Colombo, Act II, Scene 2: Messere l'Ammiraglio (Colombo, Roldano, Matheos, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Vicente Ombuena
Cristoforo Colombo, Act II, Scene 3: Han pescato un presagio ... (Roldano, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Roberto Scanduzzi
Cristoforo Colombo, Act II, Scene 4: E la luna! (Guevara, Roldano, Una Voce dalla Pinta, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Carlo Bosi, Marco Berti
Cristoforo Colombo, Act II, Scene 5: Dunque ho sognato? (Colombo, Una Voce dalla Pinta)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Marcello Viotti, Carlo Bosi
Cristoforo Colombo, Act II, Scene 6: Salve Regina ... (Colombo, Roldano, Marguerite, Diaz, Cavalieri, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Carlo Bosi, Pierre Levebre, Fabio Previati
Cristoforo Colombo, Act II, Scene 6: Terra, terra ... (Una Voce dalla Pinta, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Carlo Bosi
Cristoforo Colombo, Act III, Scene 1: L'oro, l'oro! (Yanika, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Andrea Ulbrich
Cristoforo Colombo, Act III, Scene 2: Ah! ... Yanika! Tu? (Yanika, Anacoana, Il Vecchio, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Gisella Pasino, Andrea Albrich, Dalibor Jenis
Cristoforo Colombo, Act III, Scene 2: No! ... La voce profetica ... (Anacoana, Il Vecchio, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Gisella Pasino, Dalibor Jenis
Cristoforo Colombo, Act III, Scene 3: Guardami tu che piangi ... (Anacoana, Il Vecchio)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Marcello Viotti, Gisella Pasino, Dalibor Jenis
Cristoforo Colombo, Act III, Scene 4 + 5: O grazioso Signor! / VoiSer Roldano? (Anacoana, Roldano, Colombo, Marguerite, Diaz, Guevara, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Gisella Pasino, Marco Berti, Fabio Previati, Enrico Turco
Cristoforo Colombo, Act III, Scene 6: O ciel! Guardate .... (Guevara, Iguamota, Anacoana, Roldano, Diaz, Marguerite, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Rosella Ragatzu, Marcello Viotti, Gisella Pasino, Marco Berti, Pierre Levebre, Fabio Previati
Cristoforo Colombo, Act III, Scene 6: La notte! ... Gia! ... (Guevara, Iguamota, Colombo, Roldano, Bobadilla, Anacoana, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Roberto Scandiuzzi, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Rosella Ragatzu, Marcello Viotti, Gisella Pasino, Marco Berti, Enrico Turco
Cristoforo Colombo, Act III, Scene 6: O maledetta ... (Colombo, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Rundfunkchor, Marcello Viotti
Cristoforo Colombo, Epilogo, Scene 1: De' nostri Regi ... (Colombo, Guevara)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Marcello Viotti, Marco Berti
Cristoforo Colombo, Epilogo, Scene 1: Lieto presagio (Colombo, Guevara)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Marcello Viotti, Marco Berti
Cristoforo Colombo, Epilogo, Scene 1: Quest' ora dolce ... (Guevara)Alberto Franchetti, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Marcello Viotti, Marco Berti
Cristoforo Colombo, Epilogo, Scene 2: Perchè non posso ... (Colombo, Una Fanciulla, Coro)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Ungarischer Radiochor Budapest, Marcello Viotti, Andrea Ulbrich
Cristoforo Colombo, Epilogo, Scene 3: Perchè, cosi mi guardi? (Colombo, Guevara)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Marcello Viotti, Marco Berti
Cristoforo Colombo, Epilogo, Scene 3: Guarda! ... L'oceano ... (Colombo, Guevara)Alberto Franchetti, Renato Bruson, Radio-Sinfonie-Orchester Frankfurt, Marcello Viotti, Marco Berti
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