Plácido Domingo, the legendary tenor, invites you into the captivating world of opera with his album "Opera Aria Highlights." Released on June 20, 2008, under Sony Classical, this collection showcases Domingo's extraordinary vocal prowess and versatility, spanning a variety of iconic roles and compositions. From the passionate arias of Verdi's "La traviata" and "Rigoletto" to the romantic melodies of Puccini's "Tosca" and "La bohème," the album is a testament to Domingo's enduring artistry. Each track is a masterclass in operatic performance, demonstrating why Domingo is celebrated as one of the greatest tenors of our time. With a duration of just over an hour, this album is a concise yet powerful journey through some of the most beloved arias in the operatic repertoire. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Opera Aria Highlights" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
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Tracks
Aida: Act I: Se quel guerrier io fossi ... Celeste AidaGiuseppe Verdi, Plácido Domingo, Erich Leinsdorf, London Symphony Orchestra
Lohengrin, WWV 75: Act III: In fernem LandRichard Wagner, Plácido Domingo, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Edward Downes
Martha: Act III: M'appari tutt'amorFriedrich von Flotow, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Nello Santi
La traviata: Act II: Lunge da lei ... De'miei bollenti spiritiGiuseppe Verdi, Plácido Domingo, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Sherrill Milnes
Rigoletto: Act I: Questa o quellaGiuseppe Verdi, Plácido Domingo, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Nello Santi
Don Giovanni, K. 527: Act II: Scene 2: Il mio tesoroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Plácido Domingo, Sir Edward Downes, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Le Villi: Act II: Torna ai felici dìGiacomo Puccini, Plácido Domingo, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Edward Downes
L'elisir d'amore: Act II: Una furtiva lagrimaGaetano Donizetti, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Nello Santi
Le Cid: Act III: Ah! tout est bien fini!; O Souverain, ô Juge, ô PèreJules Massenet, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Nello Santi
La bohème: Act I: Che gelida maninaGiacomo Puccini, Plácido Domingo, Sir Georg Solti, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Carmen: Act II: La fleur que tu m'avais jetéeGeorges Bizet, Plácido Domingo, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Sherrill Milnes
Il trovatore: Ah, si, ben mio coll'essereGiuseppe Verdi, Plácido Domingo, Ryland Davies, Zubin Mehta, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Werther: Act III: Pourquoi me réveiller?Jules Massenet, Plácido Domingo, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Edward Downes
Tosca: Act III: E lucevan le stelleGiacomo Puccini, Plácido Domingo, Zubin Mehta, New Philharmonia Orchestra
I Pagliacci: Act I: Recitar! Mentre preso; Vesti la giubbaRuggero Leoncavallo, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Nello Santi
Andrea Chenier: Act IV: Come un bel dì di maggioUmberto Giordano, Plácido Domingo, Sherrill Milnes, New Philharmonia Orchestra
Rigoletto: Act IV: La donna è mobileGiuseppe Verdi, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Nello Santi