Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of opera and canzone napoletana with Beniamino Gigli's "The Beniamino Gigli Collection, Vol. 5: True Belcanto in Opera and Songs." Released on August 5, 2014, under the Jube Classic label, this album is a masterful compilation of Gigli's iconic performances, showcasing his unparalleled vocal prowess and artistic versatility. Spanning a rich duration of 1 hour and 18 minutes, the album features a diverse array of tracks, including beloved arias and traditional Neapolitan songs, all sung in Italian. From the tender "Una furtiva lagrima" to the triumphant "Vittoria, mio core," each piece 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 collection offers a captivating journey through the golden age of bel canto, highlighting Gigli's ability to convey deep emotion and technical brilliance in every note.
Tracks
Una furtiva lagrimaGaetano Donizetti, Beniamino Gigli, Sir John Barbirolli
Quanto è bella, quanto è cara!Gaetano Donizetti, Beniamino Gigli, Philharmonia Chorus, Philharmonia Orchestra, Stanford Robinson
O del mio dolce ardorChristoph Willibald Gluck, Beniamino Gigli, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, Dino Olivieri
M'appari tutt'amor (Sung in Italian)Friedrich von Flotow, Beniamino Gigli, Rosario Bourdon
Enzo, Grimaldo, Principe di SantaflorAmilcare Ponchielli, Beniamino Gigli, Giuseppe De Luca, Rosario Bourdon
Cielo! E mar!Amilcare Ponchielli, Beniamino Gigli, Rosario Bourdon
Chi mi frena in tal momento?Gaetano Donizetti, Beniamino Gigli, Giuseppe De Luca, Louise Homer, Amelita Galli-Curci, Angelo Badà, Ezio Pinza, Metropolitan Opera Chorus, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Giulio Setti
Tombe degl'avi mieiGaetano Donizetti, Beniamino Gigli, Giuseppe De Luca, Louise Homer, Amelita Galli-Curci, Angelo Badà, Ezio Pinza, Metropolitan Opera Chorus, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Giulio Setti
Giusto cielo, rispondeteGaetano Donizetti, Beniamino Gigli, Giuseppe De Luca, Louise Homer, Amelita Galli-Curci, Angelo Badà, Ezio Pinza, Metropolitan Opera Chorus, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, Giulio Setti
Cujus animam gementemGioachino Rossini, Beniamino Gigli, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, Carlo Sabajno
Per la gloria d'adorarviGiovanni Bononcini, Beniamino Gigli, Vito Carnevali
Già il sole del GangeAlessandro Scarlatti, Beniamino Gigli, Vito Carnevali
Sebben, crudele mi fai languirAntonio Caldara, Beniamino Gigli, Vito Carnevali
Intorno all'idol mioAntonio Cesti, Beniamino Gigli, Rainaldo Zamboni
Pietà, SignoreAnonymous, Beniamino Gigli, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, Carlo Sabajno
Ah, se tu dormi ancoraGiovanni Battista Bassani, Beniamino Gigli
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