Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Venetian comedy with Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari's "I Quatro Rusteghi," a delightful opera that showcases the composer's unique blend of Italian humor and musical ingenuity. Released on April 20, 2018, under the RUBICON label, this two-and-a-half-hour operatic journey is a testament to Wolf-Ferrari's mastery of the genre, offering a rich tapestry of characters and melodies that bring 18th-century Venice to life.
The opera, divided into three acts, follows the misadventures of four eccentric old men—Lunardo, Simone, Cancian, and Felice—as they navigate the complexities of love, jealousy, and deception. With a cast of vivid characters and a plot filled with twists and turns, "I Quatro Rusteghi" is a delightful exploration of human nature, set against the backdrop of a bustling Venetian carnival.
Wolf-Ferrari's music is a feast for the ears, combining lively rhythms, catchy melodies, and rich harmonies to create a soundtrack that is as engaging as it is entertaining. From the playful prelude that opens the opera to the final, triumphant ensemble, each note is crafted with care, drawing the audience deeper into the story.
Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "I Quatro Rusteghi" offers something for everyone. With its witty dialogue, memorable characters, and enchanting music, this opera is a must-listen for anyone looking to experience the best of Italian comedy and music. So, sit back, relax, and let Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari's "I Quatro Rusteghi" transport you to a world of laughter, love, and unforgettable melodies.
Tracks
I quatro rusteghi, Atto I: PreludioErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko
I quatro rusteghi, Atto I, Scena 1: “Siora mare?” (Lucieta, Margarita)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Romina Casucci, Silvia Beltrami
I quatro rusteghi, Atto I, Scena 2: “Velo qua, eh!” (Margarita, Lucieta, Lunardo)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Romina Casucci, Silvia Beltrami, Mihnea Lamatic
I quatro rusteghi, Atto I, Scena 3: “E cussì, come va sto maridozzo?” (Margarita, Lunardo)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Silvia Beltrami, Mihnea Lamatic
I quatro rusteghi, Atto I, Scena 4: “L’è andada finalmente” (Lunardo, Maurizio)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Mihnea Lamatic, Aleksandar Stefanoski
I quatro rusteghi, Atto I, Scena 5: “El specio me ga dito che son bela” (Marina, una serva, Filipeto)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Daniela Degennaro, Tansel Akzeybek, Agnieszka Hauzer
I quatro rusteghi, Atto I, Scena 6: “Xe sior barba!” (Filipeto, Marina, Simone)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Tansel Akzeybek, Daniela Degennaro, Mirko Quarello
I quatro rusteghi, Atto I, Scena 7: “Caro da Dio!” (Marina, Simone)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Daniela Degennaro, Mirko Quarello
I quatro rusteghi, Atto I, Scena 8: “Ghe la fazzo, cospetina!” (Marina, una serva, Felice, Cancian, Riccardo)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Daniela Degennaro, Agnieszka Hauzer, Ana James, Roman Ialcic, Giulio Pelligra
I quatro rusteghi, Atto I, Scena 9: “Marina? – Sior?” (Simone, Marina, Felice, Riccardo, Cancian)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Mirko Quarello, Daniela Degennaro, Ana James, Roman Ialcic, Giulio Pelligra
I quatro rusteghi, Atto II: IntermezzoErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko
I quatro rusteghi, Atto II, Scena 1: “I me vol zirar ma mi li go magnai!” Lucieta, MargaritaErmanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Romina Casucci, Silvia Beltrami
I quatro rusteghi, Atto II, Scena 2: “Coss’è? Coss’è, parona, che parè una bissona?”(Lunardo, Margarita, Lucieta)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Romina Casucci, Silvia Beltrami, Mihnea Lamatic
I quatro rusteghi, Atto II, Scena 3: “Patrona, siora Malgari!” (Marina, Margarita, Lucieta, Simone, Lunardo)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Daniela Degennaro, Silvia Beltrami, Romina Casucci, Mirko Quarello, Mihnea Lamatic
I quatro rusteghi, Atto II, Scena 4: “Marideve, che avarè de sti gusti” (Simone, Lunardo)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Mirko Quarello, Mihnea Lamatic
I quatro rusteghi, Atto II, Scena 5: “Oh, ècome quà lustrissimi” (Felice, Simone, Lunardo, Margarita, Lucieta, Marina)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Ana James, Mirko Quarello, Mihnea Lamatic, Silvia Beltrami, Romina Casucci, Daniela Degennaro
I quatro rusteghi, Atto II, Scena 6: “A vu, ste mascarete ve domanda” (Margarita, Riccardo, Felice, Marina, Lucieta, Filipeto)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Silvia Beltrami, Giulio Pelligra, Ana James, Daniela Degennaro, Romina Casucci, Tansel Akzeybek
I quatro rusteghi, Atto II, Scena 7: “Cossa feu là?” (Lunardo, Lucieta, Simone, Cancian, Marina, Felice, Margarita)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Mihnea Lamatic, Romina Casucci, Mirko Quarello, Roman Ialcic, Daniela Degennaro, Ana James, Silvia Beltrami
I quatro rusteghi, Atto II, Scena 8: “O via, seu quà?” (Lunardo, Maurizio, Simone, Cancian, Felice, Riccardo, Marina, Filipeto, Lucieta, Margarita)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Mihnea Lamatic, Aleksandar Stefanoski, Mirko Quarello, Roman Ialcic, Ana James, Giulio Pelligra, Daniela Degennaro, Tansel Akzeybek, Romina Casucci, Silvia Beltrami
I quatro rusteghi, Atto III, Scena 1: “Hm! Ah, femene del diavolo, parchè ve gai creà?” (Lunardo, Simone, Cancian)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Mihnea Lamatic, Mirko Quarello, Roman Ialcic
I quatro rusteghi, Atto III, Scena 2: “Siori gentilissimi grazie del bon amor” (Felice, Lunardo, Simone, Cancian)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Ana James, Mihnea Lamatic, Mirko Quarello, Roman Ialcic
I quatro rusteghi, Atto III, Ultima Scena: “Vele quà pentìe contrìe le domanda perdon” (Felice, Lucieta, Marina, Margarita, Lunardo, Cancian, Simone, Maurizio, Filipeto, Riccardo)Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, European Opera Centre, Vasily Petrenko, Ana James, Romina Casucci, Daniela Degennaro, Silvia Beltrami, Mihnea Lamatic, Roman Ialcic, Mirko Quarello, Aleksandar Stefanoski, Tansel Akzeybek, Giulio Pelligra
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