Puccini: Tosca - Highlights - Giacomo Puccini - Vinyl LP UK

Puccini: Tosca - Highlights - Giacomo Puccini

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the timeless masterpiece of Giacomo Puccini with "Puccini: Tosca - Highlights," a captivating collection of operatic brilliance released in 1979 under Decca Music Group Ltd. This album, spanning a concise yet powerful 70 minutes, offers a stunning array of highlights from Puccini's iconic opera "Tosca," showcasing the dramatic intensity and emotional depth that define his work.

Featuring renowned arias such as "Vissi d'arte, vissi d'amore" and "E lucevan le stelle," this album brings together some of the most celebrated moments from the opera, allowing both seasoned opera enthusiasts and newcomers to appreciate the genius of Puccini's composition. The tracklist is a journey through the opera's pivotal scenes, from the tense opening act to the thrilling climax, capturing the essence of Tosca's tragic love story.

Puccini's ability to blend rich orchestration with deeply moving melodies is evident throughout, making this album a testament to his enduring legacy in the world of classical music. Whether you're drawn to the powerful vocals, the intricate musical arrangements, or the compelling narrative, "Puccini: Tosca - Highlights" promises an unforgettable listening experience.

1 januari 1979© 1999 Decca Music Group Limited℗ 1979 Decca Music Group Limited

Tracks

Tosca / Act 1: Sante ampolle...Recondita armoniaGiacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Italo Tajo, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
5:16
Tosca / Act 1: "Gente là dentro!"Giacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Richard van Allan, Mirella Freni, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
1:14
Tosca / Act 1: "Mario! Mario! Mario!"Giacomo Puccini, Mirella Freni, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
5:43
Tosca / Act 1: "Or lasciami al lavoro"Giacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Mirella Freni, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
7:37
Tosca / Act 1: "Tre sbirri... Una carozza... Presto" - Te DeumGiacomo Puccini, Sherrill Milnes, Michel Sénéchal, Wandsworth School Boys Choir, The London Opera Chorus, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
4:45
Tosca / Act 2: "Ov'è Angelotti?...Ed or fra noi parliam"Giacomo Puccini, Sherrill Milnes, Luciano Pavarotti, Michel Sénéchal, Mirella Freni, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
4:12
Tosca / Act 2: "Sciarrone: che dice il cavalier?"Giacomo Puccini, Sherrill Milnes, Paul Hudson, Mirella Freni, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
3:05
Tosca / Act 2: "Orsù, Tosca, parlate." - "Mario, consenti ch'io parli?"Giacomo Puccini, Sherrill Milnes, Mirella Freni, Luciano Pavarotti, Michel Sénéchal, Paul Hudson, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
3:45
Tosca / Act 2: "Floria..." - "Amore..."Giacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Mirella Freni, Sherrill Milnes, Paul Hudson, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
1:35
Tosca / Act 2: Vittoria! Vittoria!Giacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Mirella Freni, Sherrill Milnes, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
1:27
Tosca / Act 2: "Vissi d'arte, vissi d'amore"Giacomo Puccini, Mirella Freni, Sherrill Milnes, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
4:34
Tosca / Act 2: "Chi è là?"Giacomo Puccini, Sherrill Milnes, Michel Sénéchal, Mirella Freni, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
2:05
Tosca / Act 2: "Io tenni la promessa..." - "E qual via scegliete?" - "Tosca, finalmente mia!"Giacomo Puccini, Sherrill Milnes, Mirella Freni, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
7:27
Tosca: "E lucevan le stelle"Giacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
2:56
Tosca / Act 3: "Franchigia a Floria Tosca"Giacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Mirella Freni, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
2:36
Tosca / Act 3: "O dolci mani!...L'ora! Son pronto!"Giacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Mirella Freni, John Tomlinson, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
7:46
Tosca / Act 3: "Come è lunga l'attesta!"Giacomo Puccini, Mirella Freni, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
2:28
Tosca / Act 3: "Presto, su! Mario!"Giacomo Puccini, Mirella Freni, Michel Sénéchal, Paul Hudson, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
1:34

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About Giacomo Puccini

Giacomo Puccini, the renowned Italian opera composer, is celebrated for his timeless contributions to classical music. Born in 1858, Puccini's works, including iconic operas like "La Bohème," "Tosca," and "Madama Butterfly," continue to captivate audiences worldwide. His compositions are known for their emotional depth, rich melodies, and dramatic intensity, making them staples in the operatic repertoire. Puccini's ability to blend lyrical beauty with compelling storytelling has solidified his legacy as one of the greatest composers in the history of opera.

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