Immerse yourself in the timeless world of opera with Plácido Domingo's "The Opera Collection." This exquisite compilation, released on January 1, 2010, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, showcases the legendary tenor's unparalleled vocal prowess and dramatic depth. Spanning a generous 2 hours and 41 minutes, the album is a comprehensive journey through some of the most iconic operatic works, with a particular focus on Bizet's "Carmen." Domingo's interpretation of this classic is nothing short of breathtaking, capturing the essence of each character with remarkable nuance and emotional resonance. From the fiery passion of Escamillo to the tender vulnerability of Don José, Domingo's performance is a masterclass in vocal artistry. The album also includes a tantalizing preview of "Lucia di Lammermoor," hinting at the diverse range of roles that Domingo has mastered over his illustrious career. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection is a testament to the enduring power of Plácido Domingo's voice and the timeless beauty of opera.
Carmen, WD 31: PréludeGeorges Bizet, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Scene and Chorus. Sur la place chacun passeGeorges Bizet, Stuart Harling, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Duet and Chorus. Regardez donc cette petiteGeorges Bizet, Stuart Harling, Ileana Cotrubas, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Chorus of Street-Boys. Avec la garde montanteGeorges Bizet, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Watson's George College Boys' Chorus
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Melodrama. Repos! ... Une jolie filleGeorges Bizet, Robert Lloyd, Stuart Harling, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Allons! Allons!Georges Bizet, Robert Lloyd, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Watson's George College Boys' Chorus, Patrick Criswell
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Dialogue. Dites-moi, brigadierGeorges Bizet, Robert Lloyd, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Chorus of Cigarette Girls. La cloche a sonnéGeorges Bizet, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Chorus. Mais nous ne voyons pas la CarmencitaGeorges Bizet, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Mais nous ne voyons pas la Carmencita ... Habanera. L'amour est un oiseau rebelleGeorges Bizet, Teresa Berganza, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Carmen, sur tes pasGeorges Bizet, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Monsieur le brigadier?... Duet: "Parle-moi de ma mère!"Georges Bizet, Ileana Cotrubas, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Duet. Votre mère avec moi sortait de la chapelleGeorges Bizet, Ileana Cotrubas, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Duet. Ma mère, je la voisGeorges Bizet, Plácido Domingo, Ileana Cotrubas, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Que son fils l'aime et la vénère... Eh bien, eh bien!Georges Bizet, Plácido Domingo, Ileana Cotrubas, Robert Lloyd, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Au secours!Georges Bizet, Robert Lloyd, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Voyons, brigadier... Tra la la laGeorges Bizet, Robert Lloyd, Plácido Domingo, Teresa Berganza, Richard Amner, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Seguidilla. Près des remparts de SévilleGeorges Bizet, Teresa Berganza, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Le lieutenant! Prenez garde!Georges Bizet, Plácido Domingo, Robert Lloyd, Teresa Berganza, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31: Entracte After Act I (Les dragons d'Alcala)Georges Bizet, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: Chanson bohème. Les tringles des sistres tintaientGeorges Bizet, Teresa Berganza, Alicia Nafé, Yvonne Kenny, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: Dialogue. Vous avez quelque chose à nous dire?Georges Bizet, Robert Lloyd, George Main, Yvonne Kenny, Jean Lainé, Alicia Nafé, Teresa Berganza, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: Vivat le toréro!Georges Bizet, Teresa Berganza, Robert Lloyd, Alicia Nafé, Yvonne Kenny, Sherrill Milnes, Jean Lainé, George Main, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: Toreador's Song. Votre toast, je peux vous le rendreGeorges Bizet, Sherrill Milnes, George Main, Robert Lloyd, Teresa Berganza, Yvonne Kenny, Gordon Sandison, Geoffrey Pogson, Alicia Nafé, Jean Lainé, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: Quintet. Nous avons en tête une affaireGeorges Bizet, Gordon Sandison, Yvonne Kenny, Alicia Nafé, Geoffrey Pogson, Teresa Berganza, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: Halte-là! Qui va là?Georges Bizet, Gordon Sandison, Geoffrey Pogson, Yvonne Kenny, Alicia Nafé, Teresa Berganza, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: Je vais danser en votre honneurGeorges Bizet, Teresa Berganza, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: La fleur que tu m'avais jetée "Flower Song"Georges Bizet, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: Non, tu ne m'aimes pas!Georges Bizet, Teresa Berganza, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: Holà! Carmen! Holà!Georges Bizet, Robert Lloyd, Plácido Domingo, Teresa Berganza, Gordon Sandison, Geoffrey Pogson, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: Suis-nous à travers la campagneGeorges Bizet, Yvonne Kenny, Alicia Nafé, Gordon Sandison, Geoffrey Pogson, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31: Entracte After Act II (Intermezzo)Georges Bizet, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act III: Sextet and Chorus. Écoute, compagnons, écouteGeorges Bizet, Yvonne Kenny, Alicia Nafé, Teresa Berganza, Plácido Domingo, Gordon Sandison, Geoffrey Pogson, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act III: Halte! nous allons nous arrêter ici!Georges Bizet, Gordon Sandison, Geoffrey Pogson, Plácido Domingo, Teresa Berganza, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act III: Ensemble. Quant au douanier, c'est notre affaire!Georges Bizet, Teresa Berganza, Alicia Nafé, Yvonne Kenny, Gordon Sandison, Geoffrey Pogson, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act III: Dialogue. Nous y sommesGeorges Bizet, Jean Lainé, Ileana Cotrubas, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act III: Je dis que rien ne m'épouvante "Micaëla's Aria"Georges Bizet, Ileana Cotrubas, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act III: Duet. Je suis EscamilloGeorges Bizet, Ileana Cotrubas, Sherrill Milnes, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act III: Holà, holà José!Georges Bizet, Teresa Berganza, Sherrill Milnes, Gordon Sandison, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act III: Halte! quelqu'un est là qui cherche à se cacherGeorges Bizet, Geoffrey Pogson, Teresa Berganza, Gordon Sandison, Plácido Domingo, Ileana Cotrubas, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31: Entracte After Act III (Aragonaise)Georges Bizet, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act IV: Chorus. A deux cuartos!Georges Bizet, Richard Amner, Jean Lainé, Leslie Fyson, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act IV: March and Chorus. Les voici!Georges Bizet, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers
Carmen, WD 31, Act IV: Si tu m'aimes, CarmenGeorges Bizet, Sherrill Milnes, Teresa Berganza, Yvonne Kenny, Alicia Nafé, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act IV: Duet and Final Chorus. C'est toi!Georges Bizet, Teresa Berganza, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers
Lucia di Lammermoor - After Walter Scott / Act I: Preludio - "Percorrete le spiaggie vicine"Gaetano Donizetti, Anthony Laciura, London Symphony Orchestra, Ion Marin, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, John McCarthy