Rolando Villazón, the celebrated Mexican tenor, invites you into the enchanting world of opera with his album "Un dì felice." Released on March 31, 2017, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this collection is a testament to Villazón's extraordinary vocal prowess and his deep connection with the operatic tradition. Spanning a diverse range of compositions, the album offers a rich tapestry of arias and songs that showcase Villazón's versatility and artistry.
From the hauntingly beautiful "La traviata" to the lively "Granada," each track is a masterpiece in its own right. Villazón's rendition of "Che gelida manina" from "La Bohème," performed live, captures the essence of the character Rodolfo with a blend of tenderness and passion. His interpretation of "La donna è mobile" from "Rigoletto" is equally compelling, showcasing his ability to convey the playful and mischievous nature of the Duke of Mantua.
The album also features lesser-known gems such as "Fosca" and "Lo sposo deluso," demonstrating Villazón's commitment to exploring the depth and breadth of the operatic repertoire. His collaboration with arrangers like Gonzalo Grau and Efrain Oscher on tracks like "Cucurrucucú paloma" and "Besame mucho" adds a unique and contemporary twist to these classic pieces.
With a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes, "Un dì felice" is a comprehensive journey through the world of opera, offering something for every music enthusiast. Whether you're a seasoned opera aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, Rolando Villazón's captivating performances and the exquisite selection of tracks make this album a truly memorable experience.
La traviata / Act I: "Un dì felice, eterea"Giuseppe Verdi, Rolando Villazón, Anna Netrebko, Wiener Philharmoniker, Carlo Rizzi
Les soirées musicales: La danza (Già la luna è in mezzo al mare)Gioachino Rossini, Rolando Villazón, Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Marco Armiliato
La Gioconda / Act II: "Cielo e mar"Amilcare Ponchielli, Rolando Villazón, Orchestra Sinfonica di Milano Giuseppe Verdi, Daniele Callegari
Rigoletto / Act I: "Questa o quella" (Ballata)Giuseppe Verdi, Rolando Villazón, Orchestra del Teatro Regio di Torino, Gianandrea Noseda
Rigoletto / Act III: "La donna è mobile"Giuseppe Verdi, Rolando Villazón, Orchestra del Teatro Regio di Torino, Gianandrea Noseda
Müsst ich auch durch tausend Drachen, K.435Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Rolando Villazón, London Symphony Orchestra, Antonio Pappano
La Bohème / Act 1: "Che gelida manina" - LiveGiacomo Puccini, Rolando Villazón, Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Bertrand de Billy
La Bohème / Act 1: "O soave fanciulla"Giacomo Puccini, Anna Netrebko, Rolando Villazón, Boaz Daniel, Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Bertrand de Billy
L'amor funestoGaetano Donizetti, Rolando Villazón, Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Marco Armiliato
Adiemus Colores: Canción turquesaKarl Jenkins, Rolando Villazón, Miloš Karadaglić, Pacho Flores, La orquesta de colores, Adiemus Singers
Cucurrucucú (Dicen que por las noches) - Arranged By Gonzalo Grau: Cucurrucucú paloma - Arranged By Gonzalo GrauTomás Méndez Sosa, Rolando Villazón, Efrain Oscher, Nigel Shore, Eduardo Calzada, Francisco Flores, Juan Manuel González, Juan Lucas Aisemberg, Pablo Bercellini, Gabriel León, Rhodri Clarke
Lo sposo deluso, K.430 / Act 1: Dove mai trovar quel ciglio?Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Rolando Villazón, London Symphony Orchestra, Antonio Pappano
Fosca - Original Verion / Act III: "Intenditi con Dio"Antônio Carlos Gomes, Rolando Villazón, Orchestra Sinfonica di Milano Giuseppe Verdi, Daniele Callegari
Péchés de vieillesse / Vol. I: La lontananzaGioachino Rossini, Rolando Villazón, Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Marco Armiliato
Così fan tutte, K. 588 / Act II: "Fra gli amplessi in pochi istanti"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Miah Persson, Rolando Villazón, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Yannick Nézet-Séguin
Besame mucho como si fuera - Arranged By Efrain Oscher: Besame mucho - Arranged By Efrain OscherConsuelo Velázquez, Rolando Villazón, Efrain Oscher, Nigel Shore, Eduardo Calzada, Francisco Flores, Juan Manuel González, Juan Lucas Aisemberg, Pablo Bercellini, Gabriel León, Rhodri Clarke, César Nigro, Conny Sommer, Peter Kuhnsch
Granada (Granada, tierra sofiada por mi) - Arranged By Gonzalo Grau: Granada - Arranged By Gonzalo GrauAgustín Lara, Rolando Villazón, Efrain Oscher, Nigel Shore, Eduardo Calzada, Francisco Flores, Juan Manuel González, Juan Lucas Aisemberg, Pablo Bercellini, Gabriel León, Rhodri Clarke, César Nigro