Respighi: Semirama - Ottorino Respighi - Vinyl LP UK

Respighi: Semirama - Ottorino Respighi

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the rich, dramatic world of Ottorino Respighi with his operatic masterpiece "Semirama." Released on July 15, 2014, this album is a testament to Respighi's compositional prowess, blending classical and neoclassical elements to create a compelling narrative.

"Semirama" is a three-act opera that unfolds over two hours and twenty-two minutes, offering a deep dive into a story of power, love, and betrayal. The opera is divided into numerous scenes, each bringing a new layer of intrigue and musical brilliance. From the hauntingly beautiful arias to the intense choral passages, Respighi's score is both intricate and emotionally resonant.

The album features a stellar cast of vocalists and musicians, bringing Respighi's characters to life with vivid detail. The orchestration is lush and evocative, showcasing Respighi's ability to create a rich, immersive soundscape. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Semirama" offers a captivating listening experience that highlights the enduring power of opera.

This release from Hungaroton is a must-listen for anyone interested in the works of Ottorino Respighi or the broader landscape of classical and neoclassical music.

15 juli 20142014 Hungaroton2014 Hungaroton

Tracks

Semirâma, P. 94, Act I: IntroductionOttorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
0:57
Semirâma, P. 94, Act I Scene 1: Susiana, Susiana! (Semirama, Susiana)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
3:23
Semirâma, P. 94, Act I Scene 1: Io vedo! (Schiava 1 and 2, Susiana, Semirama) - Scene 2: Merodach appareOttorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
5:28
Semirâma, P. 94, Act I Scene 3: Quest' e la notte (Chorus, Semirama, Susiana, Merodach)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
4:55
Semirâma, P. 94, Act I Scene 4: Non voglio che voce più (Semirama, Merodach, Susiana)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
5:57
Semirâma, P. 94, Act I Scene 4: Di sangue e gia piena (Merodach, Semirama, Susiana)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
1:15
Semirâma, P. 94, Act I Scene 4: The Queen withdrawsOttorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
1:57
Semirâma, P. 94, Act I Scene 5: Farnetico, dunque (Semirama, Merodach, Susiana)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
4:56
Semirâma, P. 94, Act I Scene 6: Susiana … (Merodach, Susiana)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
14:01
Semirâma, P. 94, Act II Scene 1: Colona di fumo (Ormus, Satibara) - Scene 2: Deh, Ishtar, sia fumo alla destra [Ormus, Chorus]Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
8:41
Semirâma, P. 94, Act II Scene 3: Falasar non puoi (Ormus, Falasar)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
8:16
Semirâma, P. 94, Act II Scene 4: Male t'agiti (Semirama, Ormus, Falasar)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
4:43
Semirâma, P. 94, Act II Scene 4: Ecco di fuoco (Falasar, Semirama)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
4:44
Semirâma, P. 94, Act II Scene 4: Non più! (Falasar, Semirama)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
5:25
Semirâma, P. 94, Act II Scene 4: La Danza di AuroraOttorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
7:13
Semirâma, P. 94, Act II Scene 4: Falasar, Falasar (Semirama)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
2:20
Semirâma, P. 94, Act II Scene 4: Semirama mi taccio (Falasar, Semirama)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
5:20
Semirâma, P. 94, Act III: IntroductionOttorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
1:40
Semirâma, P. 94, Act III Scene 1: Ahime … No … No (Susiana)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
6:59
Semirâma, P. 94, Act III Scene 2: E passa il vento (Semirama)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
2:51
Semirâma, P. 94, Act III Scene 3: I simulacri sono caduti (Ormus, Semirama)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
3:08
Semirâma, P. 94, Act III Scene 4: Caldea! (Falasar, Susiana)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
5:21
Semirâma, P. 94, Act III Scene 4: Ah! … (Semirama, Susiana, Falasar)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
0:35
Semirâma, P. 94, Act III Scene 5: Smirama t'aiuta! (Merodach, Semirama, Ormus)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
4:47
Semirâma, P. 94, Act III Scene 6: Dagli astri (Semirama, Merodach)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
11:29
Semirâma, P. 94, Act III Scene 7: Abominio! (Susiana, Semirama)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
3:09
Semirâma, P. 94, Act III Scene 8: Nynia, odimi (Susiana, Merodach)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
3:16
Semirâma, P. 94, Act III Scene 9-10: Nynia runs into the Mausoleum.Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
2:38
Semirâma, P. 94, Act III Scene 11: O, figlio (Semirama, Chorus)Ottorino Respighi, Eva Marton, Veronika Kincses, Lando Bartolini, Lajos Miller, László Polgár, Tamas Clementis, Hungarian Radio and Television Chorus, Hungarian State Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
7:02

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About Ottorino Respighi

Ottorino Respighi, the esteemed Italian composer born in 1879 and passing in 1936, left an indelible mark on the world of classical music. His compositions, spanning genres such as classical piano, classical, and neoclassical, are celebrated for their rich orchestration and evocative melodies. Respighi's work often draws inspiration from Italian Renaissance music, folk traditions, and the vibrant sounds of Rome, offering a unique blend of historical reverence and modern innovation. His pieces, including the renowned "The Fountains of Rome" and "Pines of Rome," transport audiences to picturesque landscapes and timeless narratives, showcasing his mastery of musical storytelling. Respighi's enduring legacy continues to captivate musicians and enthusiasts alike, making him a pivotal figure in the classical music canon.