José Carreras, the renowned Spanish tenor, presents a remarkable compilation of his finest performances in "Carreras: The 50 Greatest Tracks." Released on September 1, 2016, under Decca Music Group Ltd., this album is a testament to Carreras' extraordinary vocal prowess and his deep connection with the world of opera. Spanning a generous duration of 2 hours and 43 minutes, the album is a treasure trove of iconic arias and beloved songs that showcase the breadth and depth of Carreras' artistry.
The tracklist is a who's who of opera's most celebrated compositions, featuring excerpts from masterpieces like "Il Trovatore," "La Bohème," "Tosca," and "Pagliacci," among others. Carreras' powerful and emotive renditions of these arias are a delight for opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike. The album also includes live performances, adding an extra layer of authenticity and energy to the recordings.
Beyond the opera selections, Carreras explores a variety of musical styles, from traditional Neapolitan songs like "Funiculì, funiculà" and "Torna a Surriento" to popular classics such as "Memory" from Cats and "Tonight" from West Side Story. His versatility shines through in these diverse pieces, demonstrating his ability to captivate audiences across different genres.
"Carreras: The 50 Greatest Tracks" is not just a collection of songs; it's a celebration of José Carreras' illustrious career and his enduring contribution to the world of music. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer to his work, this album offers a comprehensive and enjoyable journey through the remarkable talents of one of the most celebrated tenors of our time.
Il Trovatore / Act 3: "Di quella pira"Giuseppe Verdi, José Carreras, Katia Ricciarelli, Robin Leggate, Chorus of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Manon Lescaut / Act 1: "Donna non vidi mai"Giacomo Puccini, José Carreras, London Symphony Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
L'Arlesiana / Act 2: "E la solita storia" (Lamento di Federico) - LiveFrancesco Cilea, José Carreras, Orchestra Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma, Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Zubin Mehta
Andrea Chénier / Act 1: "Un dì all'azzuro spazio" - LiveUmberto Giordano, José Carreras, Orchestra Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma, Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Zubin Mehta
Tosca / Act 3: "E lucevan le stelle"Giacomo Puccini, José Carreras, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
La Bohème / Act 1: "Che gelida manina"Giacomo Puccini, José Carreras, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Werther / Act III: "Pourquoi me réveiller, ô souffle du printemps?"Jules Massenet, José Carreras, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
I Lombardi alla prima crociata / Act 2: "La mia letizia infondere"Giuseppe Verdi, José Carreras, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Roberto Benzi
Pagliacci / Act 1: "Vesti la giubba"Ruggero Leoncavallo, José Carreras, London Symphony Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
Gli Zingari / Act 1: "Dammi un amore"Ruggero Leoncavallo, José Carreras, London Symphony Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
L'amico Fritz / Act 3: "Ed anche Beppe amò"Pietro Mascagni, José Carreras, London Symphony Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
La Gioconda / Act 2: "Cielo e mar"Amilcare Ponchielli, José Carreras, London Symphony Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
Un ballo in maschera / Act 3: "Ma se m'è forza perderti"Giuseppe Verdi, José Carreras, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Il Corsaro - Act 1: "Sì: de'corsari il fulmine"Giuseppe Verdi, José Carreras, Ambrosian Singers, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
Adelson e Salvini / Act 3: "Ecco, signor, la sposa"Vincenzo Bellini, José Carreras, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Roberto Benzi
Il Duca d'Alba / Act 4: "Inosservato...Angelo casto e bel"Gaetano Donizetti, José Carreras, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Roberto Benzi
Serse, HWV 40 / Act 1: "Ombra mai fu"George Frideric Handel, José Carreras, English Chamber Orchestra, Vjekoslav Sutej
Rinaldo, HWV 7a / Act 2: "Lascia ch'io pianga"George Frideric Handel, José Carreras, English Chamber Orchestra, Vjekoslav Sutej
Il giuramento / Act 2: "Compiuta è omai...Fu celeste"Saverio Mercadante, José Carreras, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Roberto Benzi
Ernani / Part 1: "Come rugiada al cespite"Giuseppe Verdi, José Carreras, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
La battaglia di Legnano / Act 1: "La pia materna mano"Giuseppe Verdi, José Carreras, ORF Chorus, Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
Il figliuol prodigo: "Tenda natal"Amilcare Ponchielli, José Carreras, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Roberto Benzi
La bohème / Act 3: "Testa adorata"Ruggero Leoncavallo, José Carreras, London Symphony Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
Tosca / Act 1: "Recondita armonia" - EditGiacomo Puccini, José Carreras, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Colin Davis
Turandot / Act 3: "Nessun dorma"Giacomo Puccini, José Carreras, London Symphony Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
Granada - LiveAgustín Lara, José Carreras, Orchestra Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma, Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Zubin Mehta
MattinataRuggero Leoncavallo, José Carreras, English Chamber Orchestra, Enrique García Asensio
Funiculì, funiculàLuigi Denza, José Carreras, English Chamber Orchestra, Edoardo Muller
Te Quiero, DijisteMaría Grever, José Carreras, English Chamber Orchestra, Enrique García Asensio
A VucchellaFrancesco Paolo Tosti, José Carreras, English Chamber Orchestra, Edoardo Muller
MarechiareFrancesco Paolo Tosti, José Carreras, English Chamber Orchestra, Edoardo Muller
BecauseGuy d'Hardelot, José Carreras, English Chamber Orchestra, Enrique García Asensio
Quiéreme muchoGonzalo Roig, José Carreras, English Chamber Orchestra, Enrique García Asensio
La DanzaGioachino Rossini, José Carreras, English Chamber Orchestra, Enrique García Asensio
Cats: MemoryAndrew Lloyd Webber, José Carreras, Robert Farnon And His Orchestra
La SerenataFrancesco Paolo Tosti, José Carreras, English Chamber Orchestra, Edoardo Muller
Misa Criolla: 1. KyrieAriel Ramírez, José Carreras, Domingo Cura, Jorge Padin, Coral Salvé de Laredo, Sociedad Coral de Bilbao, José Luis Ocejo
The Shadow Of Your SmileJohnny Mandel, José Carreras, Robert Farnon And His Orchestra
Plaisir d'amourJean-Paul-Égide Martini, José Carreras, English Chamber Orchestra, Vjekoslav Sutej
You Belong To My HeartAgustín Lara, José Carreras, English Chamber Orchestra, Enrique García Asensio
West Side Story: TonightLeonard Bernstein, José Carreras, Robert Farnon And His Orchestra
Fenesta che LuciveVincenzo Bellini, José Carreras, English Chamber Orchestra, Enrique García Asensio
My Own True LoveMax Steiner, José Carreras, Robert Farnon And His Orchestra
MaliaFrancesco Paolo Tosti, José Carreras, English Chamber Orchestra, Edoardo Muller
Ave MariaCharles Gounod, José Carreras, Michael G. Gormley, Wiener Symphoniker, Uwe Christian Harrer
Misa Criolla: 4. Sanctus (carnaval cochabambino)Ariel Ramírez, José Carreras, Arsenio Zambrano, Domingo Cura, Jorge Padin, Coral Salvé de Laredo, Sociedad Coral de Bilbao, José Luis Ocejo
IdealeFrancesco Paolo Tosti, José Carreras, English Chamber Orchestra, Edoardo Muller
The Summer KnowsMichel Legrand, José Carreras, Robert Farnon And His Orchestra
Torna a SurrientoErnesto de Curtis, José Carreras, English Chamber Orchestra, Edoardo Muller
Core 'ngrato - LiveSalvatore Cardillo, José Carreras, Orchestra Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma, Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Zubin Mehta