Dive into the vibrant and timeless world of Gioachino Rossini with this comprehensive collection, "Abbado A-Z: Rossini." Conducted by the legendary Claudio Abbado and performed by the Wiener Philharmoniker, this album is a treasure trove of Rossini's most beloved and iconic works. With a staggering 174 tracks, spanning over 13 hours, this release is a testament to Rossini's enduring genius and Abbado's masterful interpretation.
The album features a rich tapestry of overtures, arias, and ensembles from Rossini's extensive operatic repertoire. From the playful and energetic "Il barbiere di Siviglia" to the dramatic and sweeping "Semiramide," each piece showcases Rossini's unparalleled ability to blend humor, pathos, and sheer musical brilliance. The inclusion of multiple overtures from works like "L'italiana in Algeri" and "La gazza ladra" offers a fascinating glimpse into Rossini's compositional evolution and his enduring influence on the operatic tradition.
Released on April 7, 2023, by Deutsche Grammophon, this album is a must-listen for both seasoned classical enthusiasts and those new to the genre. The meticulous attention to detail in the performances, coupled with the pristine audio quality, ensures an immersive and enriching listening experience. Whether you're a fan of Rossini's comedic operas or his more dramatic works, "Abbado A-Z: Rossini" is sure to captivate and inspire.
La gazza ladra: OvertureGioachino Rossini, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri: OvertureGioachino Rossini, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Il signor Bruschino: OvertureGioachino Rossini, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Le siège de Corinthe: OvertureGioachino Rossini, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Il barbiere di Siviglia: OvertureGioachino Rossini, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Claudio Abbado
Semiramide: OvertureGioachino Rossini, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri: OvertureGioachino Rossini, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Claudio Abbado
William Tell: OvertureGioachino Rossini, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Claudio Abbado
La Cenerentola: OvertureGioachino Rossini, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Claudio Abbado
La scala di seta: OvertureGioachino Rossini, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Claudio Abbado
La gazza ladra: OvertureGioachino Rossini, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri: OvertureGioachino Rossini, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act I Scene 1: Serenate il mesto ciglioGioachino Rossini, Patrizia Pace, Anna Gonda, Alessandro Corbelli, Ruggero Raimondi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado, Wiener Staatsopernchor, Helmut Froschauer, Ion Marin
L'italiana in Algeri, Act I Scenes 1-2: Recit. Ritiratevi tuttiGioachino Rossini, Ruggero Raimondi, Alessandro Corbelli, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act I Scene 3: Cavatina. Languir per una bellaGioachino Rossini, Frank Lopardo, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act I Scene 3: Recit. Ah, quando fia ch'io possa in Italia tornar?Gioachino Rossini, Frank Lopardo, Ruggero Raimondi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act I Scene 3: Duet. Se inclinassi a prender moglieGioachino Rossini, Frank Lopardo, Ruggero Raimondi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act I Scene 4: Chorus. Quanta roba! Quanti schiavi! - Cruda sorte! Amor tiranno!Gioachino Rossini, Alessandro Corbelli, Agnes Baltsa, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado, Wiener Staatsopernchor, Helmut Froschauer, Ion Marin
L'italiana in Algeri, Act I Scene 4: Recit. Già ci siam. Tanto fa.Gioachino Rossini, Agnes Baltsa, Enzo Dara, Alessandro Corbelli, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act I Scene 5: Recit. Ah! Isabella, siam giunti a mal partitoGioachino Rossini, Enzo Dara, Agnes Baltsa, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act I Scene 5: Duet. Ai capricci della sorteGioachino Rossini, Agnes Baltsa, Enzo Dara, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act I Scene 7: Recit. Ascoltami, ItalianoGioachino Rossini, Ruggero Raimondi, Frank Lopardo, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act I Scene 8: Recit. Dunque degg'io lasciarvi?Gioachino Rossini, Patrizia Pace, Ruggero Raimondi, Alessandro Corbelli, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act I Scene 8: Già d'insolito andoreGioachino Rossini, Ruggero Raimondi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act I Scene 9: Recit. Vi dico il verGioachino Rossini, Anna Gonda, Patrizia Pace, Frank Lopardo, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act I Scene 10: Chorus. Viva, viva, il flagel delle donne - Oh, che muso, che figura - Vo' star con mia nipoteGioachino Rossini, Alessandro Corbelli, Ruggero Raimondi, Agnes Baltsa, Enzo Dara, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado, Wiener Staatsopernchor, Helmut Froschauer, Ion Marin
L'italiana in Algeri, Act I Scene 13: Pria di dividerci da voi, signore - Va sossopra il mio cervelloGioachino Rossini, Patrizia Pace, Anna Gonda, Agnes Baltsa, Frank Lopardo, Wiener Staatsopernchor, Alessandro Corbelli, Enzo Dara, Ruggero Raimondi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 1: Uno stupido, uno stoltoGioachino Rossini, Patrizia Pace, Anna Gonda, Alessandro Corbelli, Wiener Staatsopernchor, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 2: Recit. Amiche, andate a dire all'italianaGioachino Rossini, Ruggero Raimondi, Anna Gonda, Patrizia Pace, Alessandro Corbelli, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 3: Recit. Qual disdetta è la miaGioachino Rossini, Agnes Baltsa, Frank Lopardo, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 3: Cavatina. Ah, come il cor di giubiloGioachino Rossini, Frank Lopardo, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 4: Recit. Ah! Se da solo a solaGioachino Rossini, Ruggero Raimondi, Enzo Dara, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 4: Chorus. Viva il grande KaimakanGioachino Rossini, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado, Wiener Staatsopernchor, Helmut Froschauer, Ion Marin
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 4: Recit. Kaimakan! Io non capisco nienteGioachino Rossini, Enzo Dara, Ruggero Raimondi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 4: Ho un gran peso sulla testaGioachino Rossini, Enzo Dara, Wiener Staatsopernchor, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 5: Recit. Dunque a momentiGioachino Rossini, Agnes Baltsa, Frank Lopardo, Patrizia Pace, Anna Gonda, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 5: Cavatina. Per lui che adoroGioachino Rossini, Agnes Baltsa, Frank Lopardo, Enzo Dara, Ruggero Raimondi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 6: Recit. Io non resisto piùGioachino Rossini, Ruggero Raimondi, Enzo Dara, Frank Lopardo, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 6: Quintet. Ti presento di mia manGioachino Rossini, Ruggero Raimondi, Agnes Baltsa, Enzo Dara, Frank Lopardo, Patrizia Pace, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 7: Recit. Con tutta la sua boriaGioachino Rossini, Alessandro Corbelli, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 7: Le femmine d'ItaliaGioachino Rossini, Alessandro Corbelli, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 8: Recit. E tu speri di togliere IsabellaGioachino Rossini, Enzo Dara, Frank Lopardo, Ruggero Raimondi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 9: Trio. Pappataci! che mai sento?Gioachino Rossini, Ruggero Raimondi, Frank Lopardo, Enzo Dara, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 11: Recit. Tutti i nostri ItalianiGioachino Rossini, Enzo Dara, Frank Lopardo, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 11: Chorus. Pronti abbiamo - Amici, in ogni evento - Pensa alla patriaGioachino Rossini, Agnes Baltsa, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado, Wiener Staatsopernchor, Helmut Froschauer, Ion Marin
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 12: Recit. Che bel cor ha costei!Gioachino Rossini, Enzo Dara, Ruggero Raimondi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 13: Dei pappataci s'avanza il coroGioachino Rossini, Frank Lopardo, Enzo Dara, Ruggero Raimondi, Agnes Baltsa, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado, Wiener Staatsopernchor, Helmut Froschauer, Ion Marin
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 15: Son l'aure secondeGioachino Rossini, Frank Lopardo, Agnes Baltsa, Enzo Dara, Ruggero Raimondi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado, Wiener Staatsopernchor
L'italiana in Algeri, Act II Scene 16: Mio signoreGioachino Rossini, Anna Gonda, Patrizia Pace, Agnes Baltsa, Frank Lopardo, Alessandro Corbelli, Enzo Dara, Ruggero Raimondi, Wiener Staatsopernchor, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
Il barbiere di Siviglia: OvertureGioachino Rossini, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Claudio Abbado
Gioachino Rossini, born in the charming town of Pesaro, Italy, on a leap day in 1792, is celebrated as one of the most influential composers of the 19th century. His prolific career, though brief, left an indelible mark on the world of opera. Rossini composed a staggering 39 operas in just 19 years, revolutionizing both comic and serious opera with his innovative style. His most renowned works, such as "The Barber of Seville" and "William Tell," continue to captivate audiences worldwide. Despite retiring from large-scale composition in his early thirties, Rossini's legacy endures, inspiring generations of musicians with his melodic genius and operatic mastery. Beyond his operatic achievements, Rossini also penned numerous songs, chamber music, piano pieces, and sacred music, showcasing his versatility and depth as a composer. His vibrant personality and love for life added to his charm, making him a beloved figure in the music world. Rossini's contributions to classical music are a testament to his enduring talent and influence.
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