Immerse yourself in the timeless genius of Giuseppe Verdi with the captivating album "Verdi, G.: Arias." Released on January 1, 2002, under the Delos label, this collection showcases the essence of Verdi's operatic mastery, spanning a rich tapestry of genres within the classical realm. The album is a compact yet powerful journey through some of Verdi's most iconic arias, each piece a testament to his unparalleled ability to convey deep emotion and dramatic intensity.
From the fierce defiance in "Otello, Act II: Vanne … Credo in un Dio crudel" to the tender longing in "Stiffelio, Act III: Ei fugge! … Lina, pensai che un angelo … Oh gioia inesprimbile," the album offers a diverse range of moods and themes. Verdi's compositions, known for their lyrical beauty and harmonic innovation, are brought to life with passion and precision. The album features renowned arias from operas such as "Rigoletto," "Nabucco," "Un ballo in maschera," and "Il trovatore," each selection highlighting Verdi's unique ability to craft memorable and emotionally resonant music.
With a duration of 1 hour and 8 minutes, this album is a perfect introduction to Verdi's operatic works or a delightful addition to the collection of any classical music enthusiast. Whether you are a long-time admirer of Verdi or a newcomer to his music, "Verdi, G.: Arias" promises an enriching and enjoyable listening experience.
2002 Delos2002 Delos
Tracks
Otello, Act II: Vanne … Credo in un Dio crudelGiuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Russian Philharmonia, Mario Bernardi
Rigoletto, Act I: Pari siamo!Giuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Russian Philharmonia, Mario Bernardi
Rigoletto, Act II: Cortigiani, vil razza dannataGiuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Russian Philharmonia, Mario Bernardi
Stiffelio, Act III: Ei fugge! … Lina, pensai che un angelo … Oh gioia inesprimbileGiuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Russian Philharmonia, Mario Bernardi
Nabucco, Act IV: Son pur queste mie membra? Ah! Fra le selve … Dio di Guida!Giuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Russian Philharmonia, Mario Bernardi
Un ballo in maschera, Act I: Alla vita che t'arrideGiuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Russian Philharmonia, Mario Bernardi
Un ballo in maschera, Act III: Alzati! … Eri tu che macchiavi quell'animaGiuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Russian Philharmonia, Mario Bernardi
Ernani, Act III: Gran' Dio! … Oh, de' verd'anni mieiGiuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Russian Philharmonia, Mario Bernardi
I masnadieri, Act I: Vecchio! Spiccai … La sua lampada vitale … Tremate. O miseri!Giuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Vsevolod Grivnov, Russian Philharmonia, Mario Bernardi
I masnadieri, Act IV: Tradimento! … Pareami, che sorto da lauto convitoGiuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Vsevolod Grivnov, Russian Philharmonia, Mario Bernardi
Il trovatore, Act II: Tutto e deserto … Il balen del suo sorriso … Per me ora fataleGiuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Alexander Vinogradov, Spiritual Revival Choir of Russia, Mario Bernardi