Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of opera with Hermann Prey's "Bravo Figaro." This exquisite collection, released on January 1, 2009, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, showcases the remarkable talent of Hermann Prey, a maestro of the operatic stage. Spanning a captivating 70 minutes, this album is a treasure trove of iconic arias and duets from some of the most beloved operas in history.
From the lively "Largo al factotum" from "Il barbiere di Siviglia" to the tender duets of "Le nozze di Figaro," Hermann Prey's velvety baritone and impeccable phrasing bring each piece to life with unparalleled depth and emotion. The album also features gems from "La Bohème," "Così fan tutte," and "Die Zauberflöte," offering a rich tapestry of musical styles and dramatic intensity.
Prey's interpretation of these classic works is nothing short of masterful, making "Bravo Figaro" a must-listen for opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or a curious newcomer, this album is a testament to the enduring power and beauty of opera.
Il barbiere di Siviglia, Act I: No. 2, Aria. Largo al factotumGioachino Rossini, Hermann Prey, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Il barbiere di Siviglia, Act I: No. 7, Duet. Dunque io son tu non m'inganni?Gioachino Rossini, Hermann Prey, Teresa Berganza, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Les pêcheurs de perles - Sung in German / Act 1: Und in des Tempels Grund - SnippetGeorges Bizet, Fritz Wunderlich, Hermann Prey, Munich Radio Orchestra, Horst Stein
La Bohème / Act 4: "Infame Feder! Welch scheusslicher Pinsel!" - "Ach, Geliebte, nie kehrst du mir wieder!"Giacomo Puccini, Fritz Wunderlich, Hermann Prey, Munich Radio Orchestra, Kurt Eichhorn
Le nozze di Figaro, K.492 / Act 1: "Cinque... deci... venti..." - "Cosa stai misurando"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hermann Prey, Edith Mathis, Orchester der Deutschen Oper Berlin, Karl Böhm
Le nozze di Figaro, K.492 / Act 1: Bravo, signor padrone...Se vuol ballareWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Orchester der Deutschen Oper Berlin, Karl Böhm, Hermann Prey
Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492, Act I: No. 10, Non più andraiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hermann Prey, Orchester der Deutschen Oper Berlin, Karl Böhm
Così fan tutte, K. 588, Act II: No. 23, Duet. Il core vi dono - LiveWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Brigitte Fassbaender, Hermann Prey, Wiener Philharmoniker, Karl Böhm
Così fan tutte, K.588 / Act 1: Aria alternativa: "Rivolgete a lui lo sguardo"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hermann Prey, Berliner Philharmoniker, Eugen Jochum
Iphigénie en Tauride / Act 3: "O unverhofftes Glück" - "Das höre ich von dir"Christoph Willibald Gluck, Fritz Wunderlich, Hermann Prey, Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Rafael Kubelík
Don Carlo / Act 2: "Er ist's! Carlos! Mein Prinz!" - "Gott, der entflammte der Liebe heisse Glut"Giuseppe Verdi, Fritz Wunderlich, Hermann Prey, Munich Radio Orchestra, Horst Stein
Die Zauberflöte, K.620 / Act 1: "Der Vogelfänger bin ich ja"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hermann Prey, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Die Zauberflöte, K. 620, Act I: No. 7, Duet. Bei Männern, welche Liebe fühlenWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Pilar Lorengar, Hermann Prey, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Die Zauberflöte, K.620 / Act 2: "Ein Mädchen oder Weibchen"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hermann Prey, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Die Gärtnerin aus Liebe, K.196, Act II: Nach der welschen Art und WeiseWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Hermann Prey, NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchester, Hans Schmidt-Isserstedt
Die Fledermaus, Act II: No. 9, Duet. Dieser Anstand, so manierlichJohann Strauss II, Julia Varady, Hermann Prey, Bavarian State Orchestra, Carlos Kleiber
Die Fledermaus, Act I: No. 3, Duet. Komm mit mir zum SouperJohann Strauss II, Bernd Weikl, Hermann Prey, Bavarian State Orchestra, Carlos Kleiber
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