Dive into the captivating world of opera with Dennis O'Neill's "Great Operatic Arias, Vol. 3," released on November 1, 1998, under the esteemed Chandos label. This exquisite collection spans a little over an hour and nineteen minutes, showcasing O'Neill's remarkable vocal prowess across a diverse range of arias.
From the haunting beauty of Puccini's "Turandot" to the dramatic intensity of Verdi's "The Force of Destiny," O'Neill masterfully navigates through some of the most iconic and challenging pieces in the operatic repertoire. The album features arias from beloved operas such as "Luisa Miller," "Un Ballo in Maschera," "Lucia di Lammermoor," and "Manon Lescaut," each performed with a depth of emotion and technical precision that highlights O'Neill's exceptional artistry.
Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. O'Neill's powerful and expressive voice brings each aria to life, making "Great Operatic Arias, Vol. 3" a standout addition to any classical music collection.
1998 Chandos Records1998 Chandos Records
Tracks
Turandot, SC 91: None may sleepGiacomo Puccini, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra
Luisa Miller: Oft in the quiet evening hourGiuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra
I Lombardi alla prima crociata: My heart is full of happinessGiuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra
The Force of Destiny: I am condemned to live in tormentGiuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra
The Force of Destiny: You who are among th'angelic hostGiuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra
Un Ballo in Maschera: Take my handGiuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra, Susan Bullock
Un Ballo in Maschera: Don't you know in my heart and my spiritGiuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra, Susan Bullock
Un Ballo in Maschera: The sweetest glowing fire of loveGiuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra, Susan Bullock
Lucia di Lammermoor: My ancestors lie here buriedGaetano Donizetti, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra, Clive Bayley, Geoffrey Mitchell Choir
Lucia di Lammermoor: A lonely grave will shelter meGaetano Donizetti, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra, Clive Bayley, Geoffrey Mitchell Choir
Lucia di Lammermoor: Such misfortune!Gaetano Donizetti, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra, Clive Bayley, Geoffrey Mitchell Choir
Lucia di Lammermoor: Rest in peace, for I shall followGaetano Donizetti, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra, Clive Bayley, Geoffrey Mitchell Choir
The Force of Destiny: Careful, lay him hereGiuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra, Anthony Michaels-Moore, Clive Bayley
The Force of Destiny: In death's awful shadowGiuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra, Anthony Michaels-Moore
L'arlesiana: Surely the shepherd's story is a sad oneFrancesco Cilea, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra
Manon: Enchanting hourJules Massenet, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra
L'Africaine: What a wondrous sight - Oh land of dreamsGiacomo Meyerbeer, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra
Manon Lescaut, SC 64: Never has any woman moved me so deeplyGiacomo Puccini, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra
Turandot, SC 91: Don't cry for Liu!Giacomo Puccini, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra
Fedora: A love so pow'rfulUmberto Giordano, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra
Les pêcheurs de perles, GB 4: And from the holy shrineGeorges Bizet, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra, Anthony Michaels-Moore