Juan Diego Flórez, the celebrated Peruvian tenor, presents a captivating blend of operatic brilliance and Latin American passion in his 2010 album "Rossini: Overtures And Arias / Latin American Favorites." Recorded live at the prestigious Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, this album is a testament to Flórez's extraordinary vocal prowess and versatility.
The first half of the album is dedicated to the works of Gioachino Rossini, featuring overtures and arias from his beloved operas "La gazza ladra," "La Cenerentola," and "Semiramide." Flórez's renditions are filled with technical precision and emotional depth, showcasing his ability to bring these classic pieces to life.
The second half of the album takes a delightful turn towards Latin American favorites. Flórez's velvety tenor voice shines in songs like "La flor de la canela," "Granada," and "Júrame," each track a beautiful representation of the rich musical heritage of his homeland. The album also includes a lively performance of "Danzon No. 2," a piece that highlights the rhythmic vitality of Latin American music.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 18 minutes, this album is a perfect blend of operatic tradition and cultural celebration. Whether you're a fan of opera or Latin American music, Juan Diego Flórez's "Rossini: Overtures And Arias / Latin American Favorites" is sure to captivate and delight.
La gazza ladra: Overture - Live From Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles / 2010Gioachino Rossini, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
La Cenerentola / Act II: Principe più non se - Live From Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles / 2010Gioachino Rossini, Juan Diego Flórez, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
Semiramide: Overture - Live From Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles / 2010Gioachino Rossini, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
Semiramide / Act II: La speranza più soave - Live From Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles / 2010Gioachino Rossini, Juan Diego Flórez, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
La flor de la canela (Arr. for Tenor and Orchestra) - Live From Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles / 2010Chabuca Granda, Juan Diego Flórez, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
Granada - Live From Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles / 2010Agustín Lara, Juan Diego Flórez, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
Huapango (1941) - Live From Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles / 2010José Pablo Moncayo, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
Júrame (Todos dicenques...): Júrame - Live From Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles / 2010María Grever, Juan Diego Flórez, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
Alma Llanera - Live From Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles / 2010Pedro Elías Gutiérrez, Juan Diego Flórez, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
Danzon No. 2 - Live From Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles / 2010Arturo Márquez, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
La fille du régiment / Act I: "Ah mes amis" - Live From Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles / 2010Gaetano Donizetti, Juan Diego Flórez, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel
Rigoletto / Act III: "La donna è mobile" - Live From Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles / 2010Giuseppe Verdi, Juan Diego Flórez, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Gustavo Dudamel