Angela Gheorghiu, the renowned Romanian soprano, delivers a captivating tribute to the master of Italian opera, Giuseppe Verdi, with her album "Angela Gheorghiu chante Verdi." Released on February 25, 2002, under Warner Classics, this collection is a celebration of Verdi's timeless compositions, showcasing Gheorghiu's exceptional vocal prowess and emotional depth.
The album spans a rich tapestry of Verdi's most beloved arias and choral works, from the dramatic intensity of "La Traviata" to the solemn grandeur of the "Messa da Requiem." Gheorghiu's performance is accompanied by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Marco Armiliato, providing a lush and immersive musical backdrop. Highlights include the soaring "Sempre libera" from "La Traviata," the haunting "Di tale amor" from "Il Trovatore," and the powerful "Libera me" from the "Messa da Requiem."
Gheorghiu's interpretation of these iconic pieces is marked by her signature warmth, clarity, and technical brilliance. Her ability to convey the full range of human emotion—from joy and passion to sorrow and longing—makes this album a standout in the world of classical music. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Angela Gheorghiu chante Verdi" offers a profound and enjoyable exploration of Verdi's enduring legacy.
La Traviata: È strano! È strano!...Ah, fors` è luiGiuseppe Verdi, Angela Gheorghiu/Royal Philharmonic Orchestra/Marco Armiliato, Marco Armiliato, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
La Traviata: Follie! Follie!...Sempre liberaGiuseppe Verdi, Angela Gheorghiu/James Valenti/Royal Philharmonic Orchestra/Marco Armiliato, Marco Armiliato, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Il Travatore- Acte 1: Ascolta! Tacea la notte placida...Quanto narrasti di turbamento m'ha piena l'alma...Di tale amor, che dirsi (Leonora, Ines)Giuseppe Verdi, Angela Gheorghiu, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra
Il Trovatore- Acte IV: D'amor Sull'ali rosee...Miserere...Quel suon, quelle preci...Di te, di te scordami!...Tu vedrai che amore in terra (Leonora, Manrico, Coro)Giuseppe Verdi, Antonio Pappano, London Symphony Orchestra
Aida : Qui Radames verrà!... O Patria mia (Aida)Giuseppe Verdi, Angela Gheorghiu, Riccardo Chailly, Orchestra Sinfonica Di Milano
Rigoletto : Gualtier Maldè! ... Caro nome (Gilda)Giuseppe Verdi, Angela Gheorghiu, Riccardo Chailly, Orchestra Sinfonica Di Milano
Verdi: Messa da Requiem: XVIII. Libera me, DomineGiuseppe Verdi, Claudio Abbado, Angela Gheorghiu, Eric Ericson Chamber Choir, Orfeon Donostiarra, Swedish Radio Choir, Berliner Philharmoniker
Verdi: Messa da Requiem: XIX. Dies iræGiuseppe Verdi, Claudio Abbado, Angela Gheorghiu, Eric Ericson Chamber Choir, Orfeon Donostiarra, Swedish Radio Choir, Berliner Philharmoniker
Verdi: Messa da Requiem: XX. Requiem æternamGiuseppe Verdi, Claudio Abbado, Angela Gheorghiu, Eric Ericson Chamber Choir, Orfeon Donostiarra, Swedish Radio Choir, Berliner Philharmoniker
Verdi: Messa da Requiem: XXI. Libera me, DomineGiuseppe Verdi, Claudio Abbado, Angela Gheorghiu, Eric Ericson Chamber Choir, Orfeon Donostiarra, Swedish Radio Choir, Berliner Philharmoniker
Stornello - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, Angela Gheorghiu
Composizioni da camera per canto e pianoforte: In solitaria stanza (Jacopo Vittorelli) - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, Angela Gheorghiu
Brindisi "Maffei" 1a Versione - secondo l'autograph (Composizioni da camera per canto e pianoforte) - LiveGiuseppe Verdi, Angela Gheorghiu