Immerse yourself in the timeless masterpiece of Giuseppe Verdi with the album "Giuseppe Verdi, Otello." This powerful opera, released on February 16, 2009, under the Classical.com Music label, is a testament to Verdi's genius and the enduring appeal of classical opera. Spanning a captivating 2 hours and 12 minutes, this album is a complete performance of Verdi's "Otello," based on Shakespeare's play "Othello."
The tracklist is a journey through the dramatic and emotional depths of the story, featuring iconic arias and ensembles that showcase the brilliance of Verdi's composition. From the stirring opening scenes to the intense climaxes and poignant finales, each track is a masterclass in operatic storytelling. Highlights include the passionate "Già nella notte densa" and the haunting "Ave Maria," demonstrating Verdi's ability to convey a range of human emotions through music.
"Otello" is a cornerstone of the opera repertoire, known for its complex characters and powerful themes of love, jealousy, and betrayal. Verdi's score is rich with lush melodies, dramatic orchestration, and intricate vocal writing that challenges and inspires performers and audiences alike. This album captures the essence of a live performance, bringing the intensity and beauty of the opera to your ears.
Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or new to the genre, "Giuseppe Verdi, Otello" offers a profound and engaging listening experience. Verdi's ability to blend dramatic narrative with musical brilliance makes this album a must-listen for anyone appreciating the art of opera.
Tracks
Otello - Act I Scene 1 - 'Una vela! Una vela!'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act I Scene 1 - 'Esultate!'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act I Scene 1 - 'Roderigo, ebben, che pensi?'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act I Scene 1 - 'Fuoco, di gioia...'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act I Scene 1 - 'Roderigo, beviam!'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Qua, ragazzi, del vino!?Chi all'esca ha morso - Act I Scene 1 - 'Inaffia l'ugola!'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Capitano, v'attende la fazione al baluardiGiuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act I Scene 2 - 'Abasso le spade!'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act I Scene 3 - 'Giá nella notte densa...'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Quando narravi l'esule tua vita?Ed io vedea fra le tue tempie?Venga la morte!Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act II Scene 1 - 'Non ti crucciar...' - Act I Scene 2 - 'Vanne; la tua metà già vedo...'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act II Scene 2 - 'Credo in un Dio crudel?'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act II Scene 2 - 'Eccola..Cassio..a te...'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act II Scene 3 - 'Dove guardi splendono raggi, avvampan cuori...'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - D'un uom che geme sotto il tuo disdegnoGiuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act II Scene 4 - 'Se inconscia contro te sposo...'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act II Scene 5 - 'Desdemona rea!'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act II Scene 5 - 'Ora e per sempre addio, sante memorie...'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act II Scene 5 - 'Era la notte mamoreo giuro!'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act II Scene 5 - 'Si pel ciel mamoreo giuro!'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act III Scene 1 - 'La vedetta del porto ha segnalato...'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act III Scene 2 - 'Dio ti giocondi...' - Act III Scene 2 - 'Esterrefatta fisso...'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act III Scene 3-4 - 'Dio! Mio potevi scagliar...Ah! Dannazione!'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Vieni, l'aula é desertaGiuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act III Scene 5 - 'Questa é una ragna...'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act III Scene 6 - 'Come la uccideró?'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act III Scene 7 - 'Viva! Evviva! Viva il Leon di San Marco...'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act III Scene 8-9 - 'Messeri! Il Doge...'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act III Scene 8-9 - 'A terra...si...nel livido fango...'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act III Scene 8-9 - 'Fuggirmi io sol non so...Sangue!'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act IV Scene 1 - 'Era più calmo?'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act IV Scene 1 - 'Mia madre avea una povera ancella...' - Act IV Scene 1 - 'Piangea cantando nell'erma landa...'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act IV Scene 2 - 'Ave Maria...'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act IV Scene 3-4 - 'Chi è là? Otello?'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act IV Scene 3-4 - 'Aprite! Aprite!'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act IV Scene 3-4 - 'Quai grida! Orrore! Orror!'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
Otello - Act IV Scene 3-4 - 'Niun mi tema...'Giuseppe Verdi, Alain Lombard, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine
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