Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Maria Callas with "Opera with Maria Callas," a captivating collection of her most iconic performances. Released on June 19, 2021, under Warner Music Group and X5 Music Group, this album is a testament to Callas's unparalleled vocal prowess and dramatic intensity. Spanning a generous 2 hours and 50 minutes, the album features a stunning array of arias from some of the most celebrated operas in classical music history.
From the fiery passion of Bizet's "Carmen" to the haunting beauty of Puccini's "Tosca," and the tragic depth of Verdi's "La Traviata," Callas's voice transcends time, delivering performances that are as powerful and moving today as they were during her illustrious career. The album also includes beloved arias from operas like "Norma," "Don Giovanni," "Turandot," and "La Bohème," showcasing Callas's extraordinary range and versatility.
Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Opera with Maria Callas" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Each aria is a masterclass in vocal technique and emotional expression, highlighting why Maria Callas remains one of the most revered and influential figures in the world of opera. This album is not just a compilation of songs but a celebration of Callas's enduring legacy, inviting you to explore the depths of her artistry and the timeless beauty of opera.
2021 Warner Music Group - X5 Music Group2021 Warner Music Group - X5 Music Group
Tracks
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Quand je vous aimerai?...L'amour est un oiseau rebelleGeorges Bizet, Georges Prêtre, Maria Callas, Orchestre du Théâtre National de l'Opéra Paris, Choeurs Rene Duclos
Tosca, S. 69, Act II: Vissi d'arteGiacomo Puccini, Georges Prêtre, Maria Callas, Renato Ercolani, Tito Gobbi, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Norma, Act I: Casta DivaVincenzo Bellini, Tullio Serafin, Maria Callas, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Gianni Schicchi, Act I: O mio babbino caro (Lauretta)Giacomo Puccini, Tullio Serafin, Maria Callas, Philharmonia Orchestra
Don Giovanni, K. 527, Act 1: Or sai chi l'onore (Donna Anna)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nicola Rescigno, Maria Callas, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Les pêcheurs de perles, WD 13, Act II: Ma voila seule......Comme autrefois (Leïla)Georges Bizet, Georges Prêtre, Maria Callas, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Le nozze di Figaro, K. 492, Act 2: Porgi, amor (Countess)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Nicola Rescigno, Maria Callas, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Médée, Act I: Dei tuoi figla la madreLuigi Cherubini, Tullio Serafin, Maria Callas, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Lakmé, Act II: Où va la jeune indoue (Lakmé)Léo Delibes, Tullio Serafin, Maria Callas, Philharmonia Orchestra
Turandot, Act II: In questa Reggia (Turandot)Giacomo Puccini, Tullio Serafin, Maria Callas, Philharmonia Orchestra
Turandot, Act III: Tu, che di gel sei cinta (Turandot)Giacomo Puccini, Tullio Serafin, Maria Callas, Philharmonia Orchestra
Macbeth, Act I: Nel dì della vittoria ....Vienil t'affrettaGiuseppe Verdi, Nicola Rescigno, Maria Callas, Philharmonia Orchestra
Macbeth, Act II: La luce langue (Lady Macbeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Nicola Rescigno, Maria Callas, Philharmonia Orchestra
Macbeth, Act IV: Una macchia è qui tuttora (Lady Macbeth, Doctor, Woman)Giuseppe Verdi, Nicola Rescigno, Angela Vercelli, Dario Caselli, Maria Callas, Philharmonia Orchestra
Il Barbiere di Siviglia, Act I: Una voce poco fa (Rosina)Gioachino Rossini, Tullio Serafin, Maria Callas, Philharmonia Orchestra
Aida, Act I: Ritorna vincitor!Giuseppe Verdi, Tullio Serafin, Maria Callas, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Aida, Act III: O patria miaGiuseppe Verdi, Tullio Serafin, Maria Callas, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Andrea Chenier, Act III: La Mamma MortaUmberto Giordano, Tullio Serafin, Maria Callas, Philharmonia Orchestra
La Gioconda, Act III: O madre mia, nell'isola fataleAmilcare Ponchielli, Antonino Votto, Maria Callas, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
La Gioconda, Act IV: Suicidio!Amilcare Ponchielli, Antonino Votto, Maria Callas, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Lucia di Lammermoor, Act III: Ohimè! Sorge il tremendo (Lucia)Gaetano Donizetti, Tullio Serafin, Maria Callas, Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
La Sonnambula: Ah! non credea mirartiVincenzo Bellini, Antonino Votto, Maria Callas, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Rigoletto: Gualtier Maldè...Caro nomeGiuseppe Verdi, Tullio Serafin, Maria Callas, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Mignon, Act II: Ah, pour ce soir...Je suis Titania (Polonaise)Ambroise Thomas, Georges Prêtre, Maria Callas, The Orchestra National De La Radiodiffusion Francaise, French National Radio Orchestra
La Traviata, Act I: E strano....Ah, Fors'è lui....Follie! Follie!Giuseppe Verdi, Franco Ghione, Alfredo Kraus, Maria Callas, Orquesta Sinfonica del Teatro Nacional de Santa Carlos, Lisboa
I Pagliacci, Act I: Meditazione di Nedda, Qual fiamma avea nel guardo...Hui! Stridono lassuRuggero Leoncavallo, Tullio Serafin, Maria Callas, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
Don Carlo, Act V: Tu che le vanità (Élisabeth)Giuseppe Verdi, Nicola Rescigno, Maria Callas, Philharmonia Orchestra
La Vestale, Act II: Tu che invoco con orrore (Julia)Gaspare Spontini, Tullio Serafin, Maria Callas, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano
La Vestale, Act II: O nome tutelar (Julia)Gaspare Spontini, Tullio Serafin, Maria Callas, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano