Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Giuseppe Verdi's compositions with "Angela Gheorghiu chante Verdi," a captivating album released on February 25, 2002, under Warner Classics. This exquisite collection showcases the extraordinary vocal prowess of Angela Gheorghiu, one of the most celebrated sopranos of our time, as she interprets some of Verdi's most iconic arias and choral works.
The album spans a rich tapestry of Verdi's operatic masterpieces, including selections from "La Traviata," "Il Trovatore," "Aida," and "Rigoletto," as well as powerful excerpts from his monumental "Messa da Requiem." Gheorghiu's performance is nothing short of breathtaking, her voice effortlessly navigating the emotional depth and technical demands of Verdi's music.
In addition to these well-known works, the album also features rare and lesser-known pieces, such as "Stornello" and "Composizioni da camera per canto e pianoforte," offering a unique glimpse into Verdi's diverse musical repertoire. The live recordings of "Stornello" and "In solitaria stanza" add an intimate and spontaneous dimension to the album, highlighting Gheorghiu's ability to connect with her audience on a profound level.
With a duration of just over an hour, "Angela Gheorghiu chante Verdi" is a testament to the enduring power of Verdi's music and Gheorghiu's extraordinary artistry. Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to leave you enchanted and inspired.
La Traviata: È strano! È strano!...Ah, fors` è luiGiuseppe Verdi, Angela Gheorghiu/Royal Philharmonic Orchestra/Marco Armiliato, Marco Armiliato, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
La Traviata: Follie! Follie!...Sempre liberaGiuseppe Verdi, Angela Gheorghiu/James Valenti/Royal Philharmonic Orchestra/Marco Armiliato, Marco Armiliato, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Il Travatore- Acte 1: Ascolta! Tacea la notte placida...Quanto narrasti di turbamento m'ha piena l'alma...Di tale amor, che dirsi (Leonora, Ines)Giuseppe Verdi, Angela Gheorghiu, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra
Il Trovatore- Acte IV: D'amor Sull'ali rosee...Miserere...Quel suon, quelle preci...Di te, di te scordami!...Tu vedrai che amore in terra (Leonora, Manrico, Coro)Giuseppe Verdi, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra
Aida : Qui Radames verrà!... O Patria mia (Aida)Giuseppe Verdi, Angela Gheorghiu, Riccardo Chailly, Orchestra Sinfonica Di Milano
Rigoletto : Gualtier Maldè! ... Caro nome (Gilda)Giuseppe Verdi, Angela Gheorghiu, Riccardo Chailly, Orchestra Sinfonica Di Milano
Verdi: Messa da Requiem: XVIII. Libera me, DomineGiuseppe Verdi, Claudio Abbado, Angela Gheorghiu, Eric Ericson Chamber Choir, Orfeon Donostiarra, Swedish Radio Choir, Berliner Philharmoniker
Verdi: Messa da Requiem: XIX. Dies iræGiuseppe Verdi, Claudio Abbado, Angela Gheorghiu, Eric Ericson Chamber Choir, Orfeon Donostiarra, Swedish Radio Choir, Berliner Philharmoniker
Verdi: Messa da Requiem: XX. Requiem æternamGiuseppe Verdi, Claudio Abbado, Angela Gheorghiu, Eric Ericson Chamber Choir, Orfeon Donostiarra, Swedish Radio Choir, Berliner Philharmoniker
Verdi: Messa da Requiem: XXI. Libera me, DomineGiuseppe Verdi, Claudio Abbado, Angela Gheorghiu, Eric Ericson Chamber Choir, Orfeon Donostiarra, Swedish Radio Choir, Berliner Philharmoniker
Stornello - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, Angela Gheorghiu
Composizioni da camera per canto e pianoforte: In solitaria stanza (Jacopo Vittorelli) - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, Angela Gheorghiu
Brindisi "Maffei" 1a Versione - secondo l'autograph (Composizioni da camera per canto e pianoforte) - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, Angela Gheorghiu