Dive into the captivating world of opera with Maria Callas' "Drama Queen," a timeless collection of powerful arias that showcase her extraordinary vocal prowess and dramatic intensity. Released on May 29, 2020, under Warner Classics, this album spans a little over an hour and twelve minutes, featuring iconic pieces from renowned composers like Bellini, Verdi, Cherubini, and Donizetti.
Maria Callas, often hailed as "La Divina," brings her unparalleled passion and technical brilliance to each performance. The album opens with Bellini's "Il pirata," followed by the revered "Casta diva" from "Norma." Verdi's works, including "Macbeth" and "Nabucco," are masterfully interpreted, showcasing Callas' ability to convey deep emotion and complexity. The album also includes cherished arias from Donizetti's "Lucia di Lammermoor" and Rossini's "Armida," demonstrating Callas' versatility across different operatic styles.
"Drama Queen" is a testament to Maria Callas' enduring legacy as one of the greatest sopranos of all time. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and immersive experience, highlighting the dramatic and vocal range that made Callas a legend.
Tracks
Bellini: Il pirata, Act 2: "Oh! S'io potessi" - "Col sorriso d’innocenza" (Imogene)Vincenzo Bellini, Maria Callas, Nicola Rescigno, Philharmonia Orchestra
Bellini: Norma, Act 1: "Casta diva" (Norma, Coro)Vincenzo Bellini, Maria Callas, Coro Del Teatro Alla Scala Di Milano, Tullio Serafin, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Verdi: Macbeth, Act 1: "Nel dì della vittoria" - "Vieni! T'affretta" (Lady Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Maria Callas, Nicola Rescigno, Philharmonia Orchestra
Verdi: I vespri siciliani, Act 5: "Mercé, dilette amiche" (Elena)Giuseppe Verdi, Maria Callas, Tullio Serafin, Philharmonia Orchestra
Cherubini: Medea, Act 1: "Dei tuoi figli la madre" (Medea)Luigi Cherubini, Maria Callas, Tullio Serafin, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Donizetti: Lucia di Lammermoor, Act 3: "Il dolce suono ... Ardon gli incensi" (Lucia, Raimondo, Normanno, Chorus)Gaetano Donizetti, Maria Callas, Coro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Tullio Serafin, Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
Donizetti: Lucia di Lammermoor, Act 3: "Spargi d'amaro pianto" (Lucia, Raimondo, Coro, Enrico)Gaetano Donizetti, Maria Callas, Coro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Raffaele Arie, Tito Gobbi, Tullio Serafin, Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
Rossini: Armida, Act 2: "D'amore al dolce impero" (Armida, Chorus) [Live]Gioachino Rossini, Maria Callas, Tullio Serafin, Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
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