Dive into the timeless world of opera with "Opera Classics by Alessandro Bonci," a captivating collection of arias performed by the legendary Ruggero Leoncavallo. Released on January 1, 2000, under the Maestoso label, this album spans a concise yet powerful 53 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of operatic masterpieces.
The tracklist is a journey through some of the most celebrated operas, featuring iconic pieces such as "Che gelida manina" from La Boheme, "Carmen" with "Il fior che avevi a me tu dato," and "Don Pasquale" with both "Prender moglie!... sogno soave e casto" and "Cerchero lontana terra." Each aria is a testament to Leoncavallo's extraordinary vocal prowess and the enduring appeal of these classic compositions.
This album is a treasure trove for opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike, showcasing the depth and range of Ruggero Leoncavallo's artistry. From the hauntingly beautiful "Amor ti vieta" from Fedora to the lively "Mai piu zaza" from Zaza, each track is a masterclass in vocal performance and emotional expression. Whether you're a seasoned opera aficionado or someone looking to explore the genre, "Opera Classics by Alessandro Bonci" promises an unforgettable listening experience.
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Tracks
Mefistofeles: "Giunto sul passo estremo"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Arrigo Boito, Gaetano Donizetti, Vincenzo Bellini, Georges Bizet, Charles Gounod, Umberto Giordano, Giacomo Puccini, Friedrich von Flotow, Alessandro Bonci, Philharmonic Orchestra, Walter Rothwell
Die Favorition: "Una vergine un angiol di dio"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Arrigo Boito, Gaetano Donizetti, Vincenzo Bellini, Georges Bizet, Charles Gounod, Umberto Giordano, Giacomo Puccini, Friedrich von Flotow, Alessandro Bonci, Philharmonic Orchestra, Walter Rothwell
Die Favoritin: "Spirto gentil"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Arrigo Boito, Gaetano Donizetti, Vincenzo Bellini, Georges Bizet, Charles Gounod, Umberto Giordano, Giacomo Puccini, Friedrich von Flotow, Alessandro Bonci, Walter Rothwell, Philharmonic Orchestra
Die Puritaner: "A te, o cara"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Arrigo Boito, Gaetano Donizetti, Vincenzo Bellini, Georges Bizet, Charles Gounod, Umberto Giordano, Giacomo Puccini, Friedrich von Flotow, Alessandro Bonci, Philharmonic Orchestra, Walter Rothwell
Die Perlenfischer: "Del tempio al limitar"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Arrigo Boito, Gaetano Donizetti, Vincenzo Bellini, Georges Bizet, Charles Gounod, Umberto Giordano, Giacomo Puccini, Friedrich von Flotow, Alessandro Bonci, Antonio Magini-Coletti, Walter Rothwell, Philharmonic Orchestra
Lucrezia Borgia: "Di pescatore ignobile"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Arrigo Boito, Gaetano Donizetti, Vincenzo Bellini, Georges Bizet, Charles Gounod, Umberto Giordano, Giacomo Puccini, Friedrich von Flotow, Alessandro Bonci, Philharmonic Orchestra, Walter Rothwell
Don Pasquale: "Cerchero lontana terra"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Arrigo Boito, Gaetano Donizetti, Vincenzo Bellini, Georges Bizet, Charles Gounod, Umberto Giordano, Giacomo Puccini, Friedrich von Flotow, Alessandro Bonci, Philharmonic Orchestra, Walter Rothwell
Margarethe: "Salve dimora casta e pura"Georges Bizet, Charles Gounod, Umberto Giordano, Giacomo Puccini, Friedrich von Flotow, Ruggero Leoncavallo, Arrigo Boito, Gaetano Donizetti, Vincenzo Bellini, Alessandro Bonci, Walter Rothwell, Philharmonic Orchestra
Zaza: "Mai piu zaza"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Arrigo Boito, Gaetano Donizetti, Vincenzo Bellini, Georges Bizet, Charles Gounod, Umberto Giordano, Giacomo Puccini, Friedrich von Flotow, Alessandro Bonci, Walter Rothwell, Philharmonic Orchestra
Vieni Amor MioRuggero Leoncavallo, Arrigo Boito, Gaetano Donizetti, Vincenzo Bellini, Georges Bizet, Charles Gounod, Umberto Giordano, Giacomo Puccini, Friedrich von Flotow, Alessandro Bonci, Walter Rothwell, Philharmonic Orchestra
Andrea Chenier: "Colpito qui m'avete... un di all'azzurro spazio"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Arrigo Boito, Gaetano Donizetti, Vincenzo Bellini, Georges Bizet, Charles Gounod, Umberto Giordano, Giacomo Puccini, Friedrich von Flotow, Alessandro Bonci, Walter Rothwell, Philharmonic Orchestra
Fedora: "Amor ti vieta"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Arrigo Boito, Gaetano Donizetti, Vincenzo Bellini, Georges Bizet, Charles Gounod, Umberto Giordano, Giacomo Puccini, Friedrich von Flotow, Alessandro Bonci, Philharmonic Orchestra, Walter Rothwell
La Boheme: "Che gelida manina"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Arrigo Boito, Gaetano Donizetti, Vincenzo Bellini, Georges Bizet, Charles Gounod, Umberto Giordano, Giacomo Puccini, Friedrich von Flotow, Alessandro Bonci, Philharmonic Orchestra, Walter Rothwell
Carmen: "Il fior che avevi a me tu dato"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Arrigo Boito, Gaetano Donizetti, Vincenzo Bellini, Georges Bizet, Charles Gounod, Umberto Giordano, Giacomo Puccini, Friedrich von Flotow, Alessandro Bonci, Philharmonic Orchestra, Walter Rothwell
Martha: "M'appari tutt'amor"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Arrigo Boito, Gaetano Donizetti, Vincenzo Bellini, Georges Bizet, Charles Gounod, Umberto Giordano, Giacomo Puccini, Friedrich von Flotow, Alessandro Bonci, Philharmonic Orchestra, Walter Rothwell
Don Pasquale: "Prender moglie!... sogno soave e casto"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Arrigo Boito, Gaetano Donizetti, Vincenzo Bellini, Georges Bizet, Charles Gounod, Umberto Giordano, Giacomo Puccini, Friedrich von Flotow, Alessandro Bonci, Walter Rothwell, Philharmonic Orchestra, Ferruccio Corradetti