Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Beniamino Gigli with "L'immortel Gigli," a captivating collection of operatic arias and Neapolitan songs released on January 1, 1959, under the BNF Collection label. This album showcases Gigli's unparalleled vocal prowess and emotional depth, spanning a variety of genres including opera and canzone napoletana.
Spanning a concise 41 minutes, the album features iconic pieces from beloved operas such as "La bohème," "La forza del destino," and "Lucia di Lammermoor," alongside enchanting Neapolitan melodies. Gigli's renditions of arias like "O Durga" from "Les Pêcheurs de perles" and "Tu che a Dio" from "Lucia di Lammermoor" demonstrate his extraordinary range and ability to convey profound emotion through his voice.
"L'immortel Gigli" is a testament to Gigli's enduring legacy as one of the most celebrated tenors of the 20th century. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience, highlighting the beauty and power of Gigli's artistry.
Tracks
Martha, Act III: "M'appari Tutt'amor" (Lyonel)Friedrich von Flotow, Bruno Reibold, Bruno Reibold Orchestra, Beniamino Gigli
L'Africaine, Act IV: "Mi batte il cor" (Vasco da Gama)Giacomo Meyerbeer, Rosario Bourdon, Rosario Bourdon Orchestra, Beniamino Gigli
La Gioconda, Act I: "Enzo Grimaldo" (Enzo Grimaldo, Principe di Santafiore)Amilcare Ponchielli, Rosario Bourdon, Rosario Bourdon Orchestra, Beniamino Gigli, Giuseppe De Luca
La Gioconda, Act II: "Cielo e mar" (Enzo Grimaldo)Amilcare Ponchielli, Rosario Bourdon, Rosario Bourdon Orchestra, Beniamino Gigli
La sérénade, Op. 6Enrico Toselli, Josef Pasternack, Josef Pasternack Orchestra, Beniamino Gigli
La bohème, Act IV: "In un coupé" - Aria. "O Mimì tu più non torni" (Rodolfo, Marcello)Giacomo Puccini, Rosario Bourdon, Rosario Bourdon Orchestra, Beniamino Gigli, Giuseppe De Luca
La forza del destino, Act III: "Solenne in quest'ora" (Don Carlo di Vargas, Don Alvaro)Giuseppe Verdi, Rosario Bourdon, Rosario Bourdon Orchestra, Beniamino Gigli, Giuseppe De Luca
Les Pêcheurs de perles, Act I: "O Durga" (Nadir, Zurga)Georges Bizet, Rosario Bourdon, Rosario Bourdon Orchestra, Beniamino Gigli, Giuseppe De Luca
Lucia di Lammermoor, Act III: "Lucia" (Coro, Sir Edgardo di Ravenswood, Raimondo Bidebent)Gaetano Donizetti, Giulio Setti, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Beniamino Gigli, Ezio Pinza, Metropolitan Opera Chorus
Lucia di Lammermoor, Act III: "Tu che a Dio" (Sir Edgardo di Ravenswood, Raimondo Bidebent, Coro)Gaetano Donizetti, Giulio Setti, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Beniamino Gigli, Ezio Pinza, Metropolitan Opera Chorus
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