I Lombardi alla prima crociata / Act 2: "La mia letizia infondere"Giuseppe Verdi, José Carreras, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Roberto Benzi
La forza del destino / Act 3: "La vita è inferno..Oh, tu che in seno agli angeli"Giuseppe Verdi, José Carreras, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Roberto Benzi
Luisa Miller / Act 2: "Oh! fede negar potessi...Quando le sere al placido"Giuseppe Verdi, José Carreras, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Roberto Benzi
Un ballo in maschera / Act 3: "Forse la soglia attinse...Ma se m'è forza perderti"Giuseppe Verdi, José Carreras, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Roberto Benzi
Jérusalem / Act 3: "L'infamie..O mes amis, mes frères"Giuseppe Verdi, José Carreras, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Roberto Benzi
Il giuramento / Act 1: "La Dea di tutti i cor...Bella adorata incognita"Saverio Mercadante, José Carreras, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Roberto Benzi
Il giuramento / Act 2: "Compiuta è omai...Fu celeste"Saverio Mercadante, 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
Maria di Rohan / Act 2: "Nel fragor della festa...Alma soave e cara"Gaetano Donizetti, José Carreras, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Roberto Benzi
Adelson e Salvini / Act 3: "Ecco, signor, la sposa"Vincenzo Bellini, José Carreras, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Roberto Benzi
Il figliuol prodigo: "Il padre!...Tenda natal"Amilcare Ponchielli, José Carreras, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Roberto Benzi
Pagliacci / Act 1: "Vesti la giubba"Ruggero Leoncavallo, José Carreras, London Symphony Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
La bohème / Act 3: "Testa adorata"Ruggero Leoncavallo, José Carreras, London Symphony Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
Zazà / Act 3: "O mio piccolo tavolo"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
L'arlesiana / Act 2: "E la solita storia del pastore"Francesco Cilea, José Carreras, London Symphony Orchestra, Jesús López-Cobos
José Carreras, the legendary tenor, showcases his extraordinary vocal prowess and versatility in this captivating collection of arias from the bel canto and early verismo eras. Released on January 1, 2014, under the Decca Music Group Ltd. label, this album is a testament to Carreras' enduring artistry and his deep connection with the Italian opera tradition.
Spanning just under an hour and nine minutes, the album features a stunning array of pieces by composers Giuseppe Donizetti, Vincenzo Bellini, Giuseppe Verdi, Saverio Mercadante, and Amilcare Ponchielli. Each track is a masterclass in vocal technique and emotional expression, with Carreras navigating the intricate melodies and dramatic nuances with his signature elegance and power.
From the soaring high notes of "La mia letizia infondere" from I Lombardi alla prima crociata to the heart-wrenching pathos of "Vesti la giubba" from Pagliacci, Carreras delivers a performance that is both technically impeccable and deeply moving. The album also includes lesser-known gems like "Dammi un amore" from Gli Zingari and "E la solita storia del pastore" from L'arlesiana, showcasing Carreras' ability to bring fresh insight and passion to each piece.
This album is a must-listen for opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike, offering a rich and rewarding exploration of some of the most beloved and challenging arias in the tenor repertoire. José Carreras' voice, as radiant and compelling as ever, is the perfect guide through this musical journey.
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