Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Giacomo Puccini's "Madama Butterfly," a masterpiece that has captivated audiences for over a century. This 2014 release by MASTERPIECES - Opera brings together the renowned Rome Opera Chorus and Orchestra, conducted by the esteemed John Barbirolli, along with a stellar cast featuring Renata Scotto, Carlo Bergonzi, and Rolando Panerai. The album spans a rich duration of 2 hours and 9 minutes, offering a complete journey through Puccini's poignant and evocative score.
"Madama Butterfly" is one of Puccini's most beloved operas, showcasing his unparalleled ability to convey deep human emotions through music. The story of a young Geisha, Cio-Cio-San, and her tragic love affair with an American Navy officer is brought to life with exquisite melodies and powerful orchestration. From the hauntingly beautiful "Humming Chorus" to the dramatic "Flower Duet," each track is a testament to Puccini's genius and his profound understanding of the human condition.
This album is a must-listen for both classical music enthusiasts and opera aficionados. Whether you are familiar with Puccini's work or discovering it for the first time, "Madama Butterfly" promises an unforgettable listening experience. The intricate details of the score, the passionate performances, and the timeless story make this album a true gem in the world of classical music.
Tracks
Madama Butterfly, Act I, Scene 1: "Orchestral opening"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Madama Butterfly, Act I, Scene 2: "E soffitto e pareti"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Richard Tucker, Rosalind Elias, Piero de Palma, Philip Maero
Madama Butterfly, Act I, Scene 3: "Dovunque al mondo lo Yankee"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Richard Tucker, Piero de Palma, Philip Maero
Madama Butterfly, Act I, Scene 4: "Amore o grillo"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Richard Tucker, Piero de Palma, Philip Maero
Madama Butterfly, Act I, Scene 5: "Ancora un passo or via (Butterfly's entrance)"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price
Madama Butterfly, Act I, Scene 6: "Gran ventura"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Richard Tucker, Philip Maero, Piero de Palma
Madama Butterfly, Act I, Scene 7: "L'Imperial Commissario"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Rosalind Elias, Richard Tucker, Anna Di Stasio, Philip Maero, Robert Kerns, Virgilio Carbonari
Madama Butterfly, Act I, Scene 8: "Vieni, amor mio!"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Piero de Palma, Richard Tucker
Madama Butterfly, Act I, Scene 9: "Ieri son salita tutta sola"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Piero de Palma, Richard Tucker
Madama Butterfly, Act I, Scene 10: "Tutti zitti!"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Piero de Palma, Arturo La Porta, Richard Tucker, Robert Kerns, Philip Maero
Madama Butterfly, Act I, Scene 11: "Madama Butterfly!"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Piero de Palma, Richard Tucker, Virgilio Carbonara
Madama Butterfly, Act I, Scene 13: "Cio-Cio-San!"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Piero de Palma, Richard Tucker, Virgilio Carbonara
Madama Butterfly, Act I, Scene 13: "Bimba, bimba, non piangere"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Rosalind Elias, Richard Tucker, Anna di Stasi
Madama Butterfly, Act I, Scene 14: "Bimba dagli occhi"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Richard Tucker
Madama Butterfly, Act I, Scene 15: "Vogliatemi bene"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Richard Tucker
Madama Butterfly, Act II, Scene 1: "E Izaghi ed Izanami"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Rosalind Elias
Madama Butterfly, Act II, Scene 2: "Un bel dì vedremo"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price
Madama Butterfly, Act II, Scene 3: "C'è entrate"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Piero de Palma, Philip Maero
Madama Butterfly, Act II, Scene 4: "Yamadori, ancor le pene"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Robert Kerns, Piero de Palma, Philip Maero
Madama Butterfly, Act II, Scene 5: "Ora a noi"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Philip Maero
Madama Butterfly, Act II, Scene 6: "Due cose potrei far"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Philip Maero
Madama Butterfly, Act II, Scene 7: "Ah! M'ha scordata?"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Philip Maero
Madama Butterfly, Act II, Scene 8: "Io scendo al piano"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Philip Maero
Madama Butterfly, Act II, Scene 9: "Il cannone del porto!"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Rosalind Elias
Madama Butterfly, Act II, Scene 10: "Flower Duet."Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Rosalind Elias
Madama Butterfly, Act II, Scene 11: "Or vienmi ad adornar"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Rosalind Elias
Madama Butterfly, Act II, Scene 12: "Humming chorus"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, RCA Italiana Opera Chorus, Erich Leinsdorf
Madama Butterfly, Act III, Scene 1: "Oh eh! Oh eh!"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf
Madama Butterfly, Act III, Scene 2: "Già il sole!"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Rosalind Elias, Richard Tucker, Philip Maero
Madama Butterfly: "Io so che alle sue pene"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Rosalind Elias, Richard Tucker, Philip Maero
Madama Butterfly, Act III, Scene 4: "Addio, fiorito asil"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Rosalind Elias, Richard Tucker, Anna Di Stasio, Philip Maero
Madama Butterfly, Act III, Scene 5: "Suzuki, Suzuki!"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Rosalind Elias, Anna Di Stasio, Philip Maero
Madama Butterfly, Act III, Scene 6: "Come una mosca"Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Leontyne Price, Rosalind Elias
Madama Butterfly, Act III, Scene 7: "Death of Butterfly."Giacomo Puccini, RCA Italiana Opera Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Richard Tucker
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