Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Jussi Björling, one of the most celebrated tenors in operatic history, with the album "Four Famous Met - Tenors Of The Past." Released on August 30, 2006, by Preiser Records, this collection showcases Björling's extraordinary vocal prowess and emotional depth through a selection of iconic arias from beloved operas. Spanning a captivating hour and eleven minutes, the album features arias from renowned works such as "Rigoletto," "Il Trovatore," "La Traviata," and "La Bohème," among others. Björling's crystalline tone, impeccable technique, and profound interpretive skills shine through each performance, offering a glimpse into the golden age of opera. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a treasure trove of musical brilliance that highlights Björling's enduring legacy.
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Tracks
Parmi veder le lagrime (Rigoletto)Jan Peerce, RCA Victor Orchestra
Ai nostri monti ritorneremo (Il Trovatore)Kerstin Thorborg, RCA Victor Orchestra, Jan Peerce
Lunge da lei - De` miei bollenti spiriti (La Traviata)RCA Victor Orchestra, Jan Peerce
Forse la soglia attinse - Ma se m`e fo (Un Ballo in Maschera)Jan Peerce, RCA Victor Orchestra
Salut, demeure chaste e pure (Faust)Jussi Björling
La fleur que tu m` avais jetee (Carmen)Jussi Björling
Ah! Si, ben mio (Il Trovatore)Jussi Björling
Di quella pira (Il Trovatore)Jussi Björling
Che gelida manina (La Bohème)Jussi Björling
Rachel, quand du Seigneur (La Juive)Metropolitan Opera Chorus, Richard Tucker
Je crois d´entendre encore (Les Pècheurs de Perles)Columbia Opera Orchestra, Richard Tucker
Pays merveilleux - O paradis (L´Africana)Richard Tucker, Metropolitan Opera Chorus
Cielo e mar (La Gioconda)Metropolitan Opera Chorus, Richard Tucker
Perche chiuso - Mia gelosa (Tosca)Florence Quartararo, RCA Victor Orchestra, Ramon Vinay
C`est toi - C`est moi (Carmen)Ramon Vinay, RCA Victor Orchestra