Dive into the captivating world of opera with Dennis O'Neill's "Opera Gala with Dennis O'Neil," a stunning collection of arias that showcases the tenor's powerful and expressive voice. Released in 1990 on the Collins Classics label, this album features O'Neill accompanied by the Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, conducted by Richard Armstrong.
Spanning a diverse range of operas, from the beloved works of Verdi and Puccini to the lesser-known gems by Massenet and Cilea, this album offers a rich tapestry of musical styles and stories. O'Neill's performances are marked by their technical virtuosity and deep emotional resonance, making each track a standout.
Highlights include the stirring "Nessun Dorma" from Puccini's "Turandot," the passionate "Ah! Leve-toi soleil" from Gounod's "Romeo et Juliette," and the dramatic "O figli, o figli miei" from Verdi's "Macbeth." Each aria is a testament to O'Neill's vocal prowess and his ability to bring out the nuances of each character and story.
With a running time of just under an hour, "Opera Gala with Dennis O'Neil" is the perfect introduction to the world of opera for newcomers and a delightful addition to the collections of seasoned opera enthusiasts. The album's exquisite production and O'Neill's compelling performances make it a timeless addition to any classical music library.
2011 Phoenix Music International, UK1990 Collins Classics
Tracks
L'Elisir D'Amore: "Quanto é bella quanto é cara"Gaetano Donizetti, Dennis O'Neill, Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, Richard Armstrong, Orchestra Of The Welsch National Opera
Luisa Miller: "Ah fede negar potessi" - "Quando le sere al placido"Giuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, Richard Armstrong, Orchestra Of The Welsch National Opera
Tosca: "Recondita armonia"Giacomo Puccini, Dennis O'Neill, Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, Richard Armstrong, Orchestra Of The Welsch National Opera
Romeo et Juliette: "Ah! Leve-toi soleil"Charles Gounod, Dennis O'Neill, Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, Richard Armstrong, Orchestra Of The Welsch National Opera
Il Barbiere Di Siviglia: "Si il mio nome"Gioachino Rossini, Dennis O'Neill, Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, Richard Armstrong, Orchestra Of The Welsch National Opera
Un ballo in maschera: "Forse la soglia attinse"Giuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, Richard Armstrong, Orchestra Of The Welsch National Opera
Turandot: "Nessun dorma"Giacomo Puccini, Dennis O'Neill, Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, Richard Armstrong, Orchestra Of The Welsch National Opera
Le Roi d'Ys: "Puisqu'on ne peut flechir" - "Vainement, ma bien aimee"Édouard Lalo, Dennis O'Neill, Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, Richard Armstrong, Orchestra Of The Welsch National Opera
Le Villi: "Torna al felice di"Giacomo Puccini, Dennis O'Neill, Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, Richard Armstrong, Orchestra Of The Welsch National Opera
Werther: "Pourqui me reveiller"Jules Massenet, Dennis O'Neill, Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, Richard Armstrong, Orchestra Of The Welsch National Opera
Un ballo in maschera: "Di tu se fedele"Giuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, Richard Armstrong, Orchestra Of The Welsch National Opera
L'Africaine: "O Paradiso"Giacomo Meyerbeer, Dennis O'Neill, Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, Richard Armstrong, Orchestra Of The Welsch National Opera
L'Arlesiana: "E la solita storia del pastore"Francesco Cilea, Dennis O'Neill, Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, Richard Armstrong, Orchestra Of The Welsch National Opera
Macbeth: "O figli, o figli miei" - "Ah, la paterna mano"Giuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, Richard Armstrong, Orchestra Of The Welsch National Opera
Lucia Da Lammermoor: "Tombe degl'avi miei" - "Fra poco a me ricovero"Gaetano Donizetti, Dennis O'Neill, Orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, Richard Armstrong, Orchestra Of The Welsch National Opera
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