Immerse yourself in the dark and dramatic world of Giuseppe Verdi's "Macbeth," a gripping opera that brings to life the infamous Shakespearean tragedy. This album, released on January 1, 2015, under the Masterpieces Opera label, is a masterclass in classical music, showcasing Verdi's extraordinary compositional prowess and the intense storytelling of his collaborator, Francesco Maria Piave.
Spanning over two hours and ten minutes, this four-act opera is a journey through ambition, guilt, and madness, as embodied by the characters of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. The album features a stellar cast, including Giuseppe Altomare as Macbeth, Giorgio Giuseppini, Dimitra Theodossiou, and Valeria Sepe, each bringing their unique vocal talents to this iconic work. The performance, recorded at the Teatro Coccia in Novara, Italy, is conducted with precision and passion, capturing the essence of Verdi's vision.
The opera's libretto, based on William Shakespeare's play, is a testament to the power of storytelling through music. From the haunting chants of the witches to the intense duets between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth, each track is a masterpiece of emotional depth and musical complexity. The album's highlight tracks, such as "Che faceste? Dite su!" and "Si colmi il calice," showcase the range and versatility of the performers, as well as Verdi's ability to convey the human condition through his music.
"Macbeth" is not just an opera; it's an experience. The album's rich orchestration, powerful vocals, and dramatic pacing make it a standout in the world of classical music. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire. Dive into the world of Verdi's "Macbeth" and discover the timeless power of this iconic work.
Tracks
Macbeth: PreludioGiuseppe Verdi, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act I, Scene 1: "Che faceste? Dite su!" (Drei Hexen)Giuseppe Verdi, Calvin Marsh, Emilia Cundari, Mildred Allen, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act I, Scene 2: "Giorno non vidi mai si fiero e bello!" (Macbeth, Banco, Hexen)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonard Warren, Jerome Hines, Calvin Marsh, Emilia Cundari, Mildred Allen, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act I, Scene 3: "Due vaticini compiuti or sono" (Macbeth, Banco)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonard Warren, Jerome Hines, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act I, Scene 4: "S'allontanarono!" (Hexen)Giuseppe Verdi, Calvin Marsh, Emilia Cundari, Mildred Allen, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act I, Scene 5: "Nel di della vittoria io le incontrai..." (Lady Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonie Rysanek, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act I, Scene 6: "Vieni! T'affretta! Accendere" (Lady Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonie Rysanek, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act I, Scene 7: "Oh, donna mia!" (Macbeth, Lady Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonard Warren, Leonie Rysanek, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act I, Scene 8: "Sappia la sposa mia!" (Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonard Warren, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act I, Scene 9: "Fata! Mia donna!" (Macbeth, Lady Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonard Warren, Leonie Rysanek, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act I, Scene 10: "Di destario per tempo il re m'impose" (Macduff, Banco, Macbeth, Lady Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Carlo Bergonzi, Jerome Hines, Leonard Warren, Leonie Rysanek, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act I, Scene 11: "Schiudi, inferno, inghiotti" (Macduff, Banco, Macbeth, Lady Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Carlo Bergonzi, Jerome Hines, Leonard Warren, Leonie Rysanek, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act II, Scene 1: "Perchè mi sfuggi" (Lady Macbeth, Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonie Rysanek, Leonard Warren, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act II, Scene 2: "La luce langue" (Lady Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonie Rysanek, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act II, Scene 3: "Chi v'impose unirvi a noi?" (Chor der Mörder)Giuseppe Verdi, Metropolitan Opera Chorus, Erich Leinsdorf, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra
Macbeth, Act II, Scene 4: "Studia il passo. Come dal ciel precipita" (Banco)Giuseppe Verdi, Jerome Hines, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act II, Scene 5: "Salve, o re!" (Chor der Mörder, Macbeth, Lady Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Erich Leinsdorf, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Metropolitan Opera Chorus, Leonard Warren, Leonie Rysanek
Macbeth, Act II, Scene 6: "Si colmi il calice" (Lady Macbeth, Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonie Rysanek, Leonard Warren, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act II, Scene 7: "Voi siete demente!" (Lady Macbeth, Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonie Rysanek, Leonard Warren, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act II, Scene 7: "Spirito d'abisso!" (Macbeth, Lady Macbeth, Macduff)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonard Warren, Leonie Rysanek, Carlo Bergonzi, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act III, Scene 1: "Tre volte miagola la gatta" (Hexen)Giuseppe Verdi, Calvin Marsh, Emilia Cundari, Mildred Allen, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act III, Scene 2: "Che fate voi, misteriose donne?" (Macbeth, Hexen)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonard Warren, Calvin Marsh, Emilia Cundari, Mildred Allen, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act III, Scene 2: "Fuggi, regal fantasima" (Macbeth, Hexen)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonard Warren, Calvin Marsh, Emilia Cundari, Mildred Allen, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act III, Scene 3: "Ove son io?" (Macbeth, Araldo, Lady Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonard Warren, Walter Hemmerley, Leonie Rysanek, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act III, Scene 4: "Ora di morte e di vendetta" (Macbeth, Lady Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonard Warren, Leonie Rysanek, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act IV, Scene 1: "Patria oppressa!" (Männer, Frauen)Giuseppe Verdi, Metropolitan Opera Chorus, Erich Leinsdorf, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra
Macbeth, Act IV, Scene 1: "O figli... Ah, la paterna mano" (Macduff)Giuseppe Verdi, Carlo Bergonzi, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act IV, Scene 2: "Dove siam? Che bosco è quello?" (Malcolm, Männer, Frauen, Macduff)Giuseppe Verdi, Erich Leinsdorf, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, William Olvis, Metropolitan Opera Chorus, Carlo Bergonzi
Macbeth, Act IV, Scene 3: "Vegliammo invan due notti" (Arzt, Frau)Giuseppe Verdi, Gerhard Pechner, Carlotta Ordassy, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act IV, Scene 4: "Una macchia è qui tuttora" (Lady Macbeth, Arzt)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonie Rysanek, Gerhard Pechner, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act IV, Scene 5: "Perfidi! All' anglo contro me" (Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonard Warren, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act IV, Scene 5: "Pietà, rispetto, amore" (Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonard Warren, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Macbeth, Act IV, Scene 6: "Ella è morta!" (Macbeth, Männer, Frauen)Giuseppe Verdi, Leonard Warren, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Metropolitan Opera Chorus
Macbeth, Act IV, Scene 7: "Mai per me che m'affidai" (Malcolm, Macduff, Soldaten, Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Erich Leinsdorf, William Olvis, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Carlo Bergonzi, Metropolitan Opera Chorus, Leonard Warren
Macbeth, Act IV, Scene 8: "Vittoria! Vittoria!" (Malcolm, Macduff, Soldaten)Giuseppe Verdi, William Olvis, Erich Leinsdorf, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Carlo Bergonzi, Metropolitan Opera Chorus
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