Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Luciano Pavarotti with "Luciano Pavarotti - The Best," a captivating compilation released on January 1, 2005, under Decca Music Group Ltd. This album is a celebration of Pavarotti's unparalleled vocal prowess, spanning a diverse range of genres including opera, classical, and canzone napoletana. With a duration of 2 hours and 10 minutes, it offers a comprehensive journey through some of the most iconic pieces in the operatic and classical repertoire.
The tracklist is a veritable feast for the senses, featuring beloved arias from renowned operas such as "Rigoletto," "La Traviata," "Tosca," and "Carmen," alongside enchanting classical pieces and cherished Neapolitan songs. Pavarotti's signature warmth and technical brilliance shine through in every note, from the soaring highs of "Nessun Dorma" to the tender intimacy of "Che gelida manina."
This album is not just a collection of songs but a testament to Pavarotti's enduring legacy as one of the greatest tenors of all time. Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of classical music, "Luciano Pavarotti - The Best" promises an unforgettable listening experience, showcasing the artist's unmatched ability to captivate and inspire.
Rigoletto, Act III: La donna è mobileGiuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
L'elisir d'amore / Act II: "Una furtiva lagrima"Gaetano Donizetti, Luciano Pavarotti, English Chamber Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
La traviata / Act 1: Libiamo ne'lieti caliciGiuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Dame Joan Sutherland, The London Opera Chorus, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Manon Lescaut, Act I: Donna non vidi maiGiacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Oliviero de Fabritiis
La bohème, Act I: Che gelida maninaGiacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
La bohème, Act I: O soave fanciulla (Love Duet)Giacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Mirella Freni, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
L'Africaine / Act 4: "Mi batte il cor... O Paradiso!"Giacomo Meyerbeer, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Oliviero de Fabritiis
Martha, Act III: M'appariFriedrich von Flotow, Luciano Pavarotti, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Luisa Miller / Act 2: Quando le sere al placido chiaror d'un ciel stellatoGiuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Peter Maag
Aida / Act 1: "Se quel guerrier io fossi!..Celeste Aida"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, Lorin Maazel
Un ballo in maschera / Act 3: "Forse la soglia attinse"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Georg Solti
Pagliacci / Act 1: "Recitar!...Vesti la giubba"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Giuseppe Patanè
Andrea Chénier / Act 4: "Come un bel dì di maggio"Umberto Giordano, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Riccardo Chailly
La fille du régiment / Act 1: Ah mes amis - Pour mon âmeGaetano Donizetti, Luciano Pavarotti, Eric Garrett, Chorus of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Richard Bonynge
Il Trovatore / Act 3: "Di quella pira"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Turandot, Act III: Nessun dorma!Giacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, John Alldis Choir, Wandsworth School Boys Choir, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Zubin Mehta
Torna a Surriento (Arr. Chiaramello)Ernesto de Curtis, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Giancarlo Chiaramello
Santa Lucia luntana (Arr. Chiaramello)Ermes Alessandro Mario, Luciano Pavarotti, Orchestra del Teatro Comunale di Bologna, Giancarlo Chiaramello
Soirées musicales: No. 8, La danzaGioachino Rossini, Luciano Pavarotti, Orchestra del Teatro Comunale di Bologna, Richard Bonynge
L'ultima canzone (Orch. Faris)Francesco Paolo Tosti, Luciano Pavarotti, Philharmonia Orchestra, Piero Gamba
Non t'amo piùFrancesco Paolo Tosti, Luciano Pavarotti, Orchestra del Teatro Comunale di Bologna, Richard Bonynge
'O sole mio (Arr. Chiaramello for Tenor & Orchestra)Eduardo di Capua, Alfredo Mazzucchi, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Giancarlo Chiaramello
'A vucchellaFrancesco Paolo Tosti, Luciano Pavarotti, Orchestra del Teatro Comunale di Bologna, Anton Guadagno
Core 'ngrato (Arr. Chiaramello)Salvatore Cardillo, Luciano Pavarotti, Orchestra del Teatro Comunale di Bologna, Giancarlo Chiaramello
Nel blu, dipinto di blu (Arr. Mancini)Domenico Modugno, Luciano Pavarotti, Orchestra del Teatro Comunale di Bologna, Henry Mancini
VivereCesare Andrea Bixio, Luciano Pavarotti, Henry Mancini
Il CantoRomano Musumarra, Luciano Pavarotti, Alberto Bartoli, Orchestra di Roma
CarusoLucio Dalla, Luciano Pavarotti, Unknown Artist, Orchestra del Teatro Comunale di Bologna
Buongiorno a teStefano "Tellus" Nanni, Michele Centonze, Veris Giannetti, Luciano Pavarotti, Antonella Pepe, Rob Mathes, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Ti adoroMichele Centonze, Robin Smith, Luciano Pavarotti, Stefano "Tellus" Nanni, Bulgarian Symphony Orchestra
Tosca, SC 69 / Act 3: "E lucevan le stelle"Giacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Edward Downes
Rigoletto / Act 1: "Questa o quella"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Edward Downes
Rigoletto: Parmi veder le lagrimeGiuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Sir Edward Downes