Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Slavonic opera with Lucia Popp's captivating album, "Lucia Popp sings Slavonic Opera Arias." This 1988 release on Warner Classics showcases the extraordinary vocal prowess of Lucia Popp, one of the most celebrated sopranos of her time. The album features a stunning collection of arias from renowned operas by Dvořák, Smetana, Prokofiev, and Tchaikovsky, offering a rich tapestry of Slavonic musical heritage.
With a duration of 51 minutes, this album is a testament to Popp's ability to convey deep emotion and technical brilliance. From the hauntingly beautiful "Mesicku na nebi hlubokém" from Dvořák's "Rusalka" to the dramatic intensity of Tchaikovsky's "The Queen of Spades," each aria is a masterclass in vocal artistry. The album also includes beloved pieces from "Prodaná Nevesta" (The Bartered Bride) and "Eugene Onegin," highlighting Popp's versatility and mastery of the Slavonic repertoire.
Lucia Popp's crystalline voice and impeccable phrasing bring these arias to life, making this album a treasure trove for opera enthusiasts and classical music lovers alike. Whether you're a seasoned opera aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a profound and enriching listening experience.
Dvořák: Armida, Op. 115, B. 206, Act 1: "Za stihlou gazelou" (Armida)Antonín Dvořák, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Stefan Soltesz
Dvořák: Rusalka, Op. 114, B. 203, Act 1: "Mesicku na nebi hlubokém" (Rusalka)Antonín Dvořák, Lucia Popp, Stefan Soltesz, Munich Radio Orchestra
Rusalka: Mladosti své pozbavena (Uprooted and banished) (Act III)Antonín Dvořák, Lucia Popp, Stefan Soltesz, Muenchner Rundfunkorchester, Munich Radio Orchestra
Jenufa: To je manincina jizba (This is my mother's room) (Act 2)Leoš Janáček, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Stefan Soltesz, Muenchner Rundfunkorchester
Prodaná Nevesta (The Bartered Bride): Kdybych se co takového (Should I ever happen to learn) (Act 1)Bedřich Smetana, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Stefan Soltesz, Muenchner Rundfunkorchester
Prodaná Nevesta (The Bartered Bride): O, jaký, xal! Jaký to zal (That dream of love) (Act 3)Bedřich Smetana, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Stefan Soltesz, Muenchner Rundfunkorchester
Smetana: Dalibor, Act 2: "Jak je mi?" (Milada)Bedřich Smetana, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Stefan Soltesz
Prokofiev: War and Peace, Op. 91: "Kakoje prava ani imejut" (Natasha, Princess Marya)Sergei Prokofiev, Lucia Popp, Stefan Soltesz, Munich Radio Orchestra
Tchaikovsky: The Queen of Spades, Op. 68, Act III, Scene 6: Scene."Utzh polnoch blizitsya" - Arioso. "Akh, istomilas ya gorem" (Lisa)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Stefan Soltesz
Tchaikovsky: Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, Act 1: Tatiana's Letter Scene. "Puskay pogibnu ya, no prezhde" (Tatiana)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Lucia Popp, Stefan Soltesz, Munich Radio Orchestra
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