Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Leontyne Price, one of the most celebrated sopranos of the 20th century, with "Artists Of The Century: Leontyne Price." This exquisite collection, released in 1999 by RCA Classics, showcases the extraordinary range and depth of Price's vocal prowess, featuring iconic arias from some of the most beloved operas in history.
Spanning a diverse repertoire, the album includes masterpieces from composers such as Verdi, Puccini, Bizet, and Gershwin. From the passionate intensity of "Vissi d'arte" from Tosca to the heart-wrenching beauty of "Un bel dì vedremo" from Madama Butterfly, Price's performances are nothing short of transcendent. Each track is a testament to her unparalleled ability to convey the deepest emotions through her voice, making this album a true treasure for opera enthusiasts and classical music lovers alike.
With a total duration of 2 hours and 28 minutes, this compilation offers a comprehensive journey through Price's illustrious career. Whether you are a longtime admirer of Leontyne Price or a newcomer to her work, this album is a must-listen, capturing the essence of her extraordinary talent and leaving a lasting impression.
(P) 1998 BMG Entertainment/This Compilation (P) 1998 BMG Music
Tracks
Aida: Act I: Scene I: Ritorna vincitor!Giuseppe Verdi, Leontyne Price, Oliviero de Fabritiis
Le nozze di Figaro: Act II: Scene 1: Porgi amorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leontyne Price, Peter Herman Adler
Madama Butterfly: Act II: Piangi? Perchè?; Un bel dì vedremoGiacomo Puccini, Leontyne Price, Oliviero de Fabritiis, Rome Opera Orchestra
Manon: Act II: Adieu, notre petite tableJules Massenet, Leontyne Price, Francesco Molinari-Pradelli
Manon Lescaut: Act II: In quelle trine morbideGiacomo Puccini, Leontyne Price, Sir Edward Downes
Dido and Aeneas: Thy hand, Belinda! ... When I am laid in earthHenry Purcell, Leontyne Price, Francesco Molinari-Pradelli
Il trovatore: Act I: Che più...Tacea la notte...Di tale amorGiuseppe Verdi, Leontyne Price, Arturo Basile
Les nuits d'été, Op. 7: Sur les lagunesHector Berlioz, Leontyne Price, Fritz Reiner, Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Porgy and Bess: SummertimeGeorge Gershwin, Leontyne Price, Skitch Henderson, RCA Victor Orchestra
La rondine: Act I: Chi il bel sogno di DorettaGiacomo Puccini, Leontyne Price, Oliviero de Fabritiis
Carmen, WD 31: L'amour est un oiseau rebelle (Habanera)Georges Bizet, Leontyne Price, Herbert von Karajan, Wiener Philharmoniker, Vienna State Opera Chorus
La forza del destino: Act II: Scene 2: Son giunta!.....Madre, madreGiuseppe Verdi, Leontyne Price, Thomas Schippers
Vier letzte Lieder, TrV 296: 4. Im AbendrotRichard Strauss, Leontyne Price, Patricia Clark, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Erich Leinsdorf, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, John McCarthy
Ariadne auf Naxos: Act I: Es gibt ein ReichRichard Strauss, Leontyne Price, Fausto Cleva
Aida: Act III: Qui Radamès verrà!....O patria miaGiuseppe Verdi, Leontyne Price, Oliviero de Fabritiis