Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Giuseppe Di Stefano with this captivating 1950 concert album, released on January 1, 2000, under the Maestoso label. This operatic masterpiece showcases the incredible vocal prowess of Di Stefano, accompanied by a selection of iconic arias composed by Charles Gounod. The album spans a rich hour of music, featuring renowned pieces from operas such as "Faust," "Martha," "La Bohème," "Rigoletto," and "Tosca." Each track is a testament to Di Stefano's unparalleled ability to convey deep emotion and technical brilliance. From the tender "Che gelida manina" to the dramatic "E lucevan le stelle," this collection offers a comprehensive journey through the operatic repertoire. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a treasure trove of vocal artistry that will leave you in awe of Di Stefano's legacy.
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Tracks
Faust: "Salut! demeure, chaste et pure"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Léon Barzin
Martha: "M'appari"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Léon Barzin
La Boheme: "Che gelida manina"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Léon Barzin
La Boheme: "O soave fanciulla"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Bidu Sayão, Léon Barzin
Le Cid: "O Souverain, o Juge, o Pere"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Léon Barzin
Rigoletto: "Ella mi fu rapita... Parmi veder le lagrime"Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Léon Barzin
Madama Butterfly: "Viene la sera"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Renata Tebaldi, Léon Barzin
La Gioconda: "Cielo e mar"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Léon Barzin
Tosca: "E lucevan le stelle"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Léon Barzin
Lucia di Lammermoor: "Sulla tomba... Verrano a te"Charles Gounod, Friedrich von Flotow, Giacomo Puccini, Jules Massenet, Giuseppe Verdi, Amilcare Ponchielli, Gaetano Donizetti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Lily Pons, Léon Barzin