Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of opera with Mario Lanza's "Famous Opera Arias," a captivating collection of iconic arias that showcases the extraordinary range and power of Lanza's voice. Released on September 3, 2021, under the Archipel label, this album is a celebration of the operatic tradition, featuring excerpts from beloved works such as "Pagliacci," "Rigoletto," "Tosca," and "La bohème." With a duration of 1 hour and 34 minutes, this album is a comprehensive journey through some of the most renowned arias in opera history. Mario Lanza, known for his rich tenor voice and emotive delivery, brings these classic pieces to life with unparalleled passion and artistry. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a must-listen, offering a glimpse into the world of opera through the lens of one of its most celebrated performers.
Tracks
Pagliacci (Excerpts): Recitar! Mentre preso dal delirio - Vesti la giubbaRuggero Leoncavallo, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
Rigoletto (Excerpts): Questa o quellaGiuseppe Verdi, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
Rigoletto (Excerpts): La donna è mobileGiuseppe Verdi, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
Rigoletto (Excerpts): Parmi veder le lagrimeGiuseppe Verdi, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
Tosca, S. 69 (Excerpts): Recondita armoniaGiacomo Puccini, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
Tosca, S. 69 (Excerpts): E lucevan le stelleGiacomo Puccini, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
L'elisir d'amore, A. 36: Una furtiva lagrimaGaetano Donizetti, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
Aida: Celeste AidaGiuseppe Verdi, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
La bohème: Testa adorataRuggero Leoncavallo, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
Andrea Chénier (Excerpts): Come un bel dì di maggioUmberto Giordano, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
Pagliacci (Excerpts): Un tal giocoRuggero Leoncavallo, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
Andrea Chénier (Excerpts): Un dì all'azzurro spazioUmberto Giordano, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
La bohème, SC 67 (Excerpts): Che gelida maninaGiacomo Puccini, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
La Gioconda, Op. 9: Cielo e marAmilcare Ponchielli, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
Il trovatore: Di quella piraGiuseppe Verdi, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
Carmen, WD 31: La fleur que tu m'avais jetéeGeorges Bizet, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
L'africaine: O paradiso (Sung in Italian)Giacomo Meyerbeer, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
Martha (Der Markt zu Richmond): M'apparì [Sung in Italian]Friedrich von Flotow, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
La traviata: Libiamo, libiamoGiuseppe Verdi, Mario Lanza, Elaine Malbin, RCA Victor Chorus, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Sinatra
Madama Butterfly, SC 74: Stolta pauraGiacomo Puccini, Mario Lanza, Elaine Malbin, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Sinatra
La bohème, SC 67 (Excerpts): O soave fanciulla [Arr. for Tenor, Soprano & Piano]Giacomo Puccini, Mario Lanza, Jean Fenn, Unknown Artist
Der Rosenkavalier, Op. 59, TrV 227: Di rigori armato (Arr. for Tenor & Piano) [Sung in Italian]Richard Strauss, Mario Lanza, Unknown Artist
Turandot, SC 91: Nessun dormaGiacomo Puccini, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
Fedora: Amor ti vietaUmberto Giordano, Mario Lanza, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Heindorf
Otello: Dio ti giocondi o sposoGiuseppe Verdi, Mario Lanza, Licia Albanese, The RCA Victor Orchestra, Ray Sinatra
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