Franco Alfano - Franco Alfano (LP)

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Franco Alfano with his self-titled album, a captivating collection of his operatic works released on Aulicus Classics. This album, spanning a little over an hour, is a testament to Alfano's mastery of the opera genre, showcasing his ability to craft intricate and evocative pieces.

The album is a journey through Alfano's compositions, featuring a variety of his operas. It begins with the Quatre Pièces Op. 2, a set of four pieces that include a romantic romance, a delicate valse, a canonical piece, and an élégie. The album continues with the Quatre Pièces Op. 11, which includes a vieille fable, a valse, a notturno, and a scherzino. The Cinq Pièces Lyriques Op. 14 follows, offering a chant sans paroles, a taquinerie, a mazurka, a scherzo, and a sérénade exotique. The Quatre Pièces Lyriques Op.16 and Trois Pièces Lyriques Op. 24 further enrich the album with their diverse and captivating pieces.

The album concludes with two bonus tracks: "Amour ... amour ... (Valse)" and an inédito piece, "Petite Mazurka". These tracks add an extra layer of intrigue and delight to the album, making it a comprehensive exploration of Alfano's operatic genius. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.