Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart with this captivating collection of operatic and sacred arias. Released on February 4, 2008, by Warner Classics, this album showcases the extraordinary range and depth of Mozart's compositions, spanning genres from opera to sacred music. With a duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, it offers a comprehensive journey through some of Mozart's most celebrated works.
The album features a diverse selection of arias from beloved operas such as "Le nozze di Figaro," "Die Entführung aus dem Serail," "Idomeneo," "Don Giovanni," and "Così fan tutte." Each piece is performed with exquisite artistry, highlighting the emotional depth and technical mastery that define Mozart's music. From the playful innocence of Cherubino's "Voi, che sapete" to the dramatic intensity of Donna Elvira's "In quali eccessi," the album captures the full spectrum of human experience through Mozart's unforgettable melodies.
In addition to the operatic arias, the album includes sacred works that showcase Mozart's profound spiritual insight and musical genius. The "Vesperae solennes de confessore" and "Vesperae de Domenica" offer moments of serene beauty and contemplation, while the exuberant "Exsultate, jubilate" from the motet of the same name is a triumphant celebration of joy and divine inspiration.
This album is a testament to Mozart's enduring legacy and his ability to create music that transcends time and cultural boundaries. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Mozart's works, this collection offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that will leave you inspired and moved.
Mozart: Il rè pastore, K. 208, Act 2: "L'amerò, sarò costante" (Aminta)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Leonard Slatkin
Mozart: Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492, Act 2: "Voi, che sapete" (Cherubino)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Leonard Slatkin
Mozart: Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492, Act 3: "Giunse alfin il momento" - "Deh vieni, non tardar" (Susanna)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Leonard Slatkin
Mozart: Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492, Act 3: "Porgi amor" (Contessa)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Leonard Slatkin
Mozart: Die Entführung aus dem Serail, K. 384, Act 2: "Welcher Kummer" - "Traurigkeit ward mir zum Lose" (Konstanze)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Leonard Slatkin
Mozart: Idomeneo, K. 366, Act 3: "Solitudini amiche" - "Zeffiretti lusinghieri" (Ilia)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Leonard Slatkin
Mozart: Don Giovanni, K. 527, Act 2: "In quali eccessi" - "Mi tradì quell' alma ingrata" (Donna Elvira)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Leonard Slatkin
Mozart: Don Giovanni, K. 527, Act 2: "Crudele?" - "Non mi dir bell' idol mio" (Donna Anna)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Leonard Slatkin
Mozart: Così fan tutte, K. 588, Act 1: "Come scoglio" (Fiordiligi)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lucia Popp, Munich Radio Orchestra, Leonard Slatkin
Vesperae solennes de confessore, K339 (2008 Digital Remaster): Laudate DominumWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lucia Popp/Georg Fischer/English Chamber Orchestra/Ambrosian Singers/John McCarthy, Georg Fischer, English Chamber Orchestra
Vesperae de Domenica K321 (2008 Digital Remaster): Laudate DominumWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lucia Popp/Georg Fischer/English Chamber Orchestra/Leslie Pearson, Georg Fischer, English Chamber Orchestra
Exsultate, jubilate K165/158a (2008 Digital Remaster): Exsultate, jubilateWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lucia Popp/Georg Fischer/English Chamber Orchestra, Georg Fischer, English Chamber Orchestra
Exsultate, jubilate K165/158a (2008 Digital Remaster): Fulget amicaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lucia Popp/Georg Fischer/English Chamber Orchestra, Georg Fischer, English Chamber Orchestra
Exsultate, jubilate K165/158a (2008 Digital Remaster): Tu virginum -Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Lucia Popp/Georg Fischer/English Chamber Orchestra, Georg Fischer, English Chamber Orchestra
Mozart: Exsultate jubilate, K. 165: AlleluiaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Georg Fischer, Lucia Popp, English Chamber Orchestra