Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Luciano Pavarotti's voice with the album "O Holy Night." Released on January 1, 2005, under Decca Music Group Ltd., this collection showcases Pavarotti's unparalleled vocal prowess across a diverse range of genres, including opera, classical, and canzone napoletana. Spanning a little over an hour and sixteen minutes, the album features a rich tapestry of sacred and secular works, from the reverent "Pietà, Signore" to the enchanting "Orfeo ed Euridice."
Pavarotti's rendition of "Ave Maria" appears twice, each time bringing a unique depth and emotion to the beloved hymn. The album also includes powerful performances of "Messa da Requiem: Ingemisco" and "Requiem, Op. 5 (Grande Messe des Morts): Sanctus," demonstrating his ability to convey both solemnity and grandeur. Lighthearted pieces like "Adeste Fideles" and "Mille cherubini in coro" add a touch of festive joy, while the tender "O Jesu mi dulcissime" and "Ave verum corpus" highlight Pavarotti's ability to infuse each note with heartfelt devotion.
This album is a testament to Luciano Pavarotti's enduring legacy, offering a blend of sacred hymns, operatic arias, and traditional carols that celebrate the rich tapestry of classical music. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to Pavarotti's work, "O Holy Night" is a captivating journey through the timeless beauty of his artistry.
O Holy NightAdolphe Adam, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Kurt Herbert Adler
Pietà, SignoreAlessandro Stradella, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Kurt Herbert Adler
Panis angelicus, CFF 209César Franck, Luciano Pavarotti, Wandsworth School Boys Choir, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Kurt Herbert Adler
Le sette ultime parole di nostro Signore sulla croce: Qual Giglio CandidoSaverio Mercadante, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Kurt Herbert Adler
Ave MariaFranz Schubert, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Kurt Herbert Adler
Gesù BambinoPietro Yon, Luciano Pavarotti, Wandsworth School Boys Choir, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Kurt Herbert Adler
Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30, Act III: Che farò senza Euridice (Arr. Faris)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Luciano Pavarotti, Philharmonia Orchestra, Piero Gamba
Stabat Mater: Cujus animam gementemGioachino Rossini, Luciano Pavarotti, London Symphony Orchestra, István Kertész
Messa da Requiem: IngemiscoGiuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
Ave Maria, CG 89aCharles Gounod, Luciano Pavarotti, Wandsworth School Boys Choir, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Kurt Herbert Adler
Mille cherubini in coroAlois Melichar, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Kurt Herbert Adler
Agnus Dei (Arr. Guiraud After Intermezzo from L'Arlésienne, WD 28)Georges Bizet, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Kurt Herbert Adler
Requiem, Op. 5 (Grande Messe des Morts): SanctusHector Berlioz, Luciano Pavarotti, Wandsworth School Boys Choir, London Voices, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Kurt Herbert Adler
Adeste FidelesJohn Francis Wade, Luciano Pavarotti, London Voices, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Kurt Herbert Adler
O Jesu mi dulcissimeProspero Guida, Luciano Pavarotti, Leone Magiera, Orchestra del Teatro Comunale di Bologna
Ave verum corpusFranz Schubert, Luciano Pavarotti, Orchestra del Teatro Comunale di Bologna, Leone Magiera
Ave Maria, Dolce MariaLuciano Pavarotti, Vittoriano Benvenuti, Coro dell'Antoniano, Orchestra del Teatro Comunale di Bologna, Leone Magiera