Experience the legendary Dame Joan Sutherland in her prime with "Live at the Sydney Opera House," a captivating collection of operatic arias recorded live in 1983. This album is a testament to Sutherland's extraordinary vocal prowess and her ability to breathe life into some of the most challenging and beloved roles in opera.
Spanning a diverse range of operas, from the tragic intensity of Verdi's "La traviata" to the comedic charm of Donizetti's "L'elisir d'amore," Sutherland's performances are nothing short of breathtaking. Her crystalline tone, impeccable technique, and deep musicality shine through in every note, offering a masterclass in operatic singing.
The album features iconic arias such as "Caro nome" from "Rigoletto," "O mio babbino caro" from "Gianni Schicchi," and "Les oiseaux dans la charmille" from "Les contes d'Hoffmann," showcasing Sutherland's versatility and emotional depth. Her renditions are accompanied by the Sydney Opera House's acoustics, which add a rich, resonant quality to the performances.
"Live at the Sydney Opera House" is not just a collection of arias; it's a historical document of one of the greatest sopranos of the 20th century at the height of her powers. Whether you're an opera aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers an unforgettable journey through the world of opera, guided by the incomparable Dame Joan Sutherland. With a duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes, it's a substantial and rewarding listen that highlights the enduring appeal of classical vocal artistry.
(C) 1999 Opera Australia(P) 1999 Opera Australia
Tracks
La traviata, Act I: "Libiamo ne'lieti calici" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Giuseppe Verdi, Richard Bonynge, Dame Joan Sutherland, Luciano Pavarotti, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
Tosca, Act I: "Recondita armonia" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Giacomo Puccini, Richard Bonynge, Luciano Pavarotti, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
La traviata, Act III: "Teneste la promessa...Addio del passato" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Giuseppe Verdi, Richard Bonynge, Dame Joan Sutherland, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
I Lombardi alla prima crociata, Act II: "La mia letizia infondere" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Giuseppe Verdi, Richard Bonynge, Luciano Pavarotti, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
I puritani, Act II: "O rendetemi le speme...Qui la voce sua soave" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Vincenzo Bellini, Richard Bonynge, Dame Joan Sutherland, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
La sonnambula, Act I: "Prendi: l'anel ti dono" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Vincenzo Bellini, Richard Bonynge, Dame Joan Sutherland, Luciano Pavarotti, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
Adriana Lecouvreur, Act I: "Ecco, respiro appena... Io son' l'umile ancella" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Francesco Cilea, Richard Bonynge, Dame Joan Sutherland, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
Werther, Act III: "Pourquoi me réveiller" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Jules Massenet, Richard Bonynge, Luciano Pavarotti, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
Hamlet, Act IV: "A vos jeux, mes amis, permettez-moi" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Ambroise Thomas, Richard Bonynge, Dame Joan Sutherland, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
Pagliacci, Act I: "Recitar!" - "Vesti la giubba" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Ruggero Leoncavallo, Richard Bonynge, Luciano Pavarotti, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
Lucia di Lammermoor, Act I: "Sulla tomba che rinserra" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Gaetano Donizetti, Richard Bonynge, Dame Joan Sutherland, Luciano Pavarotti, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
L'elisir d'amore, Act II: "Una furtiva lagrima" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Gaetano Donizetti, Richard Bonynge, Luciano Pavarotti, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
Crispino e la comare, Act II: "Io non sono piu l'Annetta" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Federico Ricci, Luigi Ricci, Richard Bonynge, Dame Joan Sutherland, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
La traviata, Act III: "Parigi, o cara" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Giuseppe Verdi, Richard Bonynge, Dame Joan Sutherland, Luciano Pavarotti, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
Semele, HWV 58, Act II: "Awake, Saturnia, from thy lethargy…Iris, hence away" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983George Frideric Handel, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
Alcina, HWV 34, Act I: "Tornami a vagheggiar" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983George Frideric Handel, Richard Bonynge, Dame Joan Sutherland, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
La donna del lago, Act I: "Mura felici ove il mio ben s’aggira" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Gioachino Rossini, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
La cambiale di matrimonio: "Come tacer... Vorrei spiegarvi il giubilo" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Gioachino Rossini, Richard Bonynge, Dame Joan Sutherland, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
Semiramide, Act I: "Serbami ognor sì fido" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Gioachino Rossini, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne, Dame Joan Sutherland, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
Lakmé, Act I: "Viens, Mallika...Sous le dôme épais" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Léo Delibes, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne, Dame Joan Sutherland, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
Les contes d'Hoffmann, Act II: "Les oiseaux dans la charmille" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Jacques Offenbach, Richard Bonynge, Dame Joan Sutherland, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
Samson et Dalila, Op. 47, R. 288, Act II: "Mon coeur s'ouvre à ta voix" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Camille Saint-Saëns, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
Fra Diavolo, Act II: "Non temete milord" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Daniel Auber, Richard Bonynge, Dame Joan Sutherland, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
Les Huguenots, Act II: "Non, non, non, vous n'avais jamais" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Giacomo Meyerbeer, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
Norma, Act II: "Deh! con te...Mira, o Norma" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Vincenzo Bellini, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne, Dame Joan Sutherland, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra
Les contes d'Hoffmann, Act II: "Belle nuit, ô nuit d'amour" - Live from Concert Hall of the Sydney Opera House, 1983Jacques Offenbach, Richard Bonynge, Marilyn Horne, Dame Joan Sutherland, The Elizabethan Sydney Orchestra