Immerse yourself in the extraordinary vocal prowess of the legendary tenor Alfredo Kraus with his captivating album, "The Incomparable Alfredo Kraus." Released on March 17, 1995, under Decca Music Group Ltd., this operatic masterpiece showcases Kraus' unparalleled talent and versatility across a diverse range of arias. Spanning just over 54 minutes, the album is a testament to Kraus' ability to convey deep emotion and technical brilliance, making it a timeless addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection. From the dramatic intensity of "Les Contes d'Hoffmann" to the tender beauty of "Der Rosenkavalier," Kraus' voice shines with clarity and passion. This album is a must-listen for those who appreciate the art of opera and the incomparable artistry of Alfredo Kraus.
Tracks
Les Contes d'Hoffmann / Act 1: "Il était une fois à la cour d'Eisenach" (La légende de Kleinzach)Jacques Offenbach, Alfredo Kraus, Paul Gyton, Welsh National Opera Chorus, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Carlo Rizzi
L'Arlesiana / Act 2: "È la solita storia" (Il lamento di Federico)Francesco Cilea, Alfredo Kraus, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Carlo Rizzi
Lucrezia Borgia / Act 2: "Partir degg'io - T'amo qual s'ama un angelo"Gaetano Donizetti, Alfredo Kraus, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Carlo Rizzi
La fille du régiment / Act 1: "Ah mes amis - Pour mon âme"Gaetano Donizetti, Alfredo Kraus, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Carlo Rizzi
Faust, CG 4 / Act 3: "Quel trouble inconnu me pénètre? - Salut! demeure chaste et pure"Charles Gounod, Alfredo Kraus, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Carlo Rizzi
Don Sebastiano / Act 2: "Deserto in terra"Gaetano Donizetti, Alfredo Kraus, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Carlo Rizzi
Le Roi d'Ys / Act 3: "Puisqu'on ne peut flêchir ces jalouses gardiennes"Édouard Lalo, Alfredo Kraus, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Carlo Rizzi
La Favorita / Act 4: "La maîtresse du roi? - Ange si pur"Gaetano Donizetti, Alfredo Kraus, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Carlo Rizzi
Il crociata in Egitto / Act 1: "Popoli dell'Egitto"Giacomo Meyerbeer, Alfredo Kraus, Welsh National Opera Chorus, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Carlo Rizzi
Lakmé / Act 1: "Prendre le dessin d'un bijou" - "Fantaisie aux divins mensonges"Léo Delibes, Alfredo Kraus, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Carlo Rizzi
Der Rosenkavalier, Op. 59, TrV 227 / Act 1: "Di rigori armato il seno"Richard Strauss, Alfredo Kraus, Welsh National Opera Orchestra, Carlo Rizzi
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