English Chamber Orchestra - Арии и дуэты с Ольгой Бородиной. Коллекционное издание, Том 5 (LP)

"Арии и дуэты с Ольгой Бородиной. Коллекционное издание, Том 5" is a captivating classical album released on December 20, 2009, under the label Квадро Диск. This collection showcases the extraordinary talent of the renowned mezzo-soprano Olga Borodina, accompanied by the esteemed English Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Patrick Summers, and featuring the distinguished baritone Dmitri Hvorostovsky.

The album spans a duration of 1 hour and 5 minutes, presenting a selection of arias and duets from famous operas. It includes pieces from "The Barber of Seville" by Rossini, such as "Largo al factotum" and "Dunque io son... To non m'inganni?", as well as excerpts from "La favorite" by Donizetti, including "Ebben, cosi si narra!" and "Fia dunque vero, oh ciel". Additionally, the album features selections from Rimsky-Korsakov's "The Tsar's Bride," including the duet "Зачем ты? - Знать, не любишь" and the aria "Вот до чего я дожила" performed by Borodina. The album concludes with a duet from Saint-Saëns' "Samson et Dalila," "J’ai gravi la montagne," featuring Hvorostovsky and Borodina.

This album is a testament to the vocal prowess and artistic versatility of Olga Borodina, offering a rich and diverse listening experience that highlights her exceptional ability to bring depth and nuance to each role. The collaboration with the English Chamber Orchestra and the inclusion of Dmitri Hvorostovsky adds an extra layer of musical brilliance, making this a standout collection for classical music enthusiasts.