Joseph Calleja, the acclaimed Maltese tenor, presents a captivating collection of operatic arias in his album "Joseph Calleja - The Maltese Tenor." Released on January 1, 2011, under Decca Music Group Ltd., this album showcases Calleja's remarkable vocal prowess and versatility across a variety of beloved operas. Spanning a duration of one hour and five minutes, the album features iconic pieces from renowned composers such as Puccini, Verdi, and Gounod, among others. From the tender melodies of "Che gelida manina" from La Bohème to the powerful "E lucevan le stelle" from Tosca, Calleja's performances are both technically impressive and deeply expressive. This album is a testament to Calleja's artistry, offering a rich and diverse exploration of the tenor repertoire that highlights his ability to bring each character to life with authenticity and passion. Whether you're an opera enthusiast or new to the genre, this album provides a compelling introduction to the world of classical vocal performance.
Tracks
La Bohème / Act 1: "Che gelida manina"Giacomo Puccini, Joseph Calleja, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Marco Armiliato
La Bohème / Act 1: "O soave fanciulla"Giacomo Puccini, Joseph Calleja, Aleksandra Kurzak, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Marco Armiliato
Simon Boccanegra / Act 2: "Oh inferno...Sento avvampar"Giuseppe Verdi, Joseph Calleja, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Marco Armiliato
Les Contes d'Hoffmann / Act 1: "Il était une fois à la cour d'Eisenach" (La légende de Kleinzach)Jacques Offenbach, Joseph Calleja, Choeur Du Grand Theatre De Geneve, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Marco Armiliato
Tosca / Act 1: "Recondita armonia"Giacomo Puccini, Joseph Calleja, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Marco Armiliato
Tosca / Act 3: "E lucevan le stelle"Giacomo Puccini, Joseph Calleja, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Marco Armiliato
Mefistofele / Act 1: "Dai campi, dai prati"Arrigo Boito, Joseph Calleja, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Marco Armiliato
Mefistofele / Act 4: "Giunto sul passo estremo"Arrigo Boito, Joseph Calleja, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Marco Armiliato
Faust / Act 3: "Quel trouble inconnu...Salut! Demeure chaste et pure"Charles Gounod, Joseph Calleja, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Marco Armiliato
Manon Lescaut / Act 1: "Ma se vi talenta...Tra voi, belle, brune e bionde"Giacomo Puccini, Joseph Calleja, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Marco Armiliato
Manon Lescaut / Act 1: "Donna non vidi mai"Giacomo Puccini, Joseph Calleja, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Marco Armiliato
Manon / Act 3: "Je suis seul!...Ah! fuyez, douce image"Jules Massenet, Joseph Calleja, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Marco Armiliato
Luisa Miller / Act 2: "Oh! fede negar potessi...Quando le sere al placido"Giuseppe Verdi, Joseph Calleja, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Marco Armiliato
Un ballo in maschera / Act 3: "Forse la soglia attinse...Ma se m'è forza perderti"Giuseppe Verdi, Joseph Calleja, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Marco Armiliato
Les pêcheurs de perles / Act 2: "De mon amie, fleur endormie...Léila! Léila!...Ton coeur n'a pas compris le mien!"Georges Bizet, Joseph Calleja, Aleksandra Kurzak, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Marco Armiliato
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