Live Performances 1940-1953 - Giacomo Puccini - Vinyl LP

Live Performances 1940-1953 - Giacomo Puccini

Album Details

Experience the golden age of opera with "Live Performances 1940-1953" by Giacomo Puccini, a captivating collection of live recordings that span over a decade of unforgettable performances. Released in 2000 by Maestoso, this album is a treasure trove of operatic masterpieces, featuring some of the most renowned arias and duets from the classical repertoire.

The album kicks off with the enchanting "Un Bel Di" from Madame Butterfly, showcasing the exquisite vocals that have made Puccini's works timeless. It also includes iconic pieces from Turandot, Il Barbiere Di Siviglia, La Traviata, Die Fledermaus, Il Travatore, Faust, Rigoletto, and Lucia Di Lammermoor, among others. Each track is a testament to the enduring beauty and power of classical music, performed by some of the most celebrated artists of the era.

This 47-minute album is a must-listen for fans of opera and classical music, offering a rare glimpse into the live performances of the mid-20th century. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Live Performances 1940-1953" promises an enchanting journey through some of the most beloved works by Giacomo Puccini and his contemporaries.

1 januari 20002000 Maestoso2000 Maestoso

Tracks

Madame Butterfly: Un Bel DiGiacomo Puccini, Gioachino Rossini, Giuseppe Verdi, Johann Strauss II, Charles Gounod, Gaetano Donizetti, Idabelle Firestone, Richard Rodgers, Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern, Sigmund Romberg, Eleanor Steber
3:46
Turandot: Signore AscoltaGiacomo Puccini, Gioachino Rossini, Giuseppe Verdi, Johann Strauss II, Charles Gounod, Gaetano Donizetti, Idabelle Firestone, Richard Rodgers, Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern, Sigmund Romberg, Eleanor Steber
2:39
Il Barbiere Di Siviglia: Una Voce Poco FaGiacomo Puccini, Gioachino Rossini, Giuseppe Verdi, Johann Strauss II, Charles Gounod, Gaetano Donizetti, Idabelle Firestone, Richard Rodgers, Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern, Sigmund Romberg, Eleanor Steber
4:21
L Traviata: Parigi O CaraGiacomo Puccini, Gioachino Rossini, Giuseppe Verdi, Johann Strauss II, Charles Gounod, Gaetano Donizetti, Idabelle Firestone, Richard Rodgers, Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern, Sigmund Romberg, Eleanor Steber
3:28
Die Fledermaus: CzardasGiacomo Puccini, Gioachino Rossini, Giuseppe Verdi, Johann Strauss II, Charles Gounod, Gaetano Donizetti, Idabelle Firestone, Richard Rodgers, Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern, Sigmund Romberg, Eleanor Steber
3:59
Il Travatore: MiserereGiacomo Puccini, Gioachino Rossini, Giuseppe Verdi, Johann Strauss II, Charles Gounod, Gaetano Donizetti, Idabelle Firestone, Richard Rodgers, Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern, Sigmund Romberg, Eleanor Steber
4:32
Faust: Anges PursGiacomo Puccini, Gioachino Rossini, Giuseppe Verdi, Johann Strauss II, Charles Gounod, Gaetano Donizetti, Idabelle Firestone, Richard Rodgers, Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern, Sigmund Romberg, Eleanor Steber
2:48
Rigoletto: Bella Figlia DellRichard Rodgers, Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern, Sigmund Romberg, Giacomo Puccini, Gioachino Rossini, Giuseppe Verdi, Johann Strauss II, Charles Gounod, Gaetano Donizetti, Idabelle Firestone, Eleanor Steber
3:56
Lucia Di Lammermoor: Chi Mi FrenaGiacomo Puccini, Gioachino Rossini, Giuseppe Verdi, Johann Strauss II, Charles Gounod, Gaetano Donizetti, Idabelle Firestone, Richard Rodgers, Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern, Sigmund Romberg, Eleanor Steber
3:52
Lucia Di Lammermoor: If I Could Tell YouGiacomo Puccini, Gioachino Rossini, Giuseppe Verdi, Johann Strauss II, Charles Gounod, Gaetano Donizetti, Idabelle Firestone, Richard Rodgers, Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern, Sigmund Romberg, Eleanor Steber
0:47
Carousel: If I Loved YouGiacomo Puccini, Gioachino Rossini, Giuseppe Verdi, Johann Strauss II, Charles Gounod, Gaetano Donizetti, Idabelle Firestone, Richard Rodgers, Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern, Sigmund Romberg, Eleanor Steber
2:49
Carousel: A Kiss In The darkGiacomo Puccini, Gioachino Rossini, Giuseppe Verdi, Johann Strauss II, Charles Gounod, Gaetano Donizetti, Idabelle Firestone, Richard Rodgers, Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern, Sigmund Romberg, Eleanor Steber
3:17
Carousel: All The Things You AreGiacomo Puccini, Gioachino Rossini, Giuseppe Verdi, Johann Strauss II, Charles Gounod, Gaetano Donizetti, Idabelle Firestone, Richard Rodgers, Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern, Sigmund Romberg, Eleanor Steber
3:49
Maytime: Will You RememberGiacomo Puccini, Gioachino Rossini, Giuseppe Verdi, Johann Strauss II, Charles Gounod, Gaetano Donizetti, Idabelle Firestone, Richard Rodgers, Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern, Sigmund Romberg, Eleanor Steber
2:55
Maytime: And Now Each FlowerGiacomo Puccini, Gioachino Rossini, Giuseppe Verdi, Johann Strauss II, Charles Gounod, Gaetano Donizetti, Idabelle Firestone, Richard Rodgers, Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern, Sigmund Romberg, Eleanor Steber
0:48

PLAY ON SPOTIFY

About Giacomo Puccini

Giacomo Puccini, born in the charming town of Lucca in 1858, is celebrated as one of the most renowned composers in the history of opera. Hailing from a family of musicians, Puccini's early works were steeped in the romantic traditions of Italian opera, but he soon became a leading figure in the verismo style, known for its gritty realism and emotional intensity. His operas, including the beloved "La Bohème," "Tosca," "Madama Butterfly," and the unfinished "Turandot," are renowned for their dramatic plots and deeply moving music. Puccini's untimely death in 1924 left the world in shock, but his legacy endures, with his works remaining staples of the operatic repertoire. His compositions continue to captivate audiences worldwide, showcasing his unparalleled ability to blend passion, drama, and musical innovation.