Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Georges Bizet's timeless masterpiece, "Carmen," with this exquisite collection of highlights from the iconic opera. Released in 1976 by Decca Music Group Ltd., this album is a treasure trove of classical and operatic brilliance, spanning a concise yet engaging hour and fourteen minutes.
Bizet's "Carmen" is a story of passion, jealousy, and fate, set against the vibrant backdrop of 19th-century Seville. This album captures the essence of the opera with a selection of its most memorable arias and ensembles, showcasing the dramatic intensity and melodic richness that have made "Carmen" a staple of the operatic repertoire.
From the defiant "Habanera" to the thrilling "Toreador Song," each track is a testament to Bizet's masterful composition and the enduring power of his music. The album features some of the most celebrated moments from the opera, including the fiery "Seguidilla," the poignant "Flower Song," and the dramatic finale.
Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers a compelling introduction to the world of "Carmen." Bizet's music, with its vivid orchestration and unforgettable melodies, brings the story of Carmen and Don José to life in a way that is both thrilling and deeply moving.
Carmen: Prelude. Allegro giocosoGeorges Bizet, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Georg Solti
Carmen / Act 1: "Mais nous ne voyons pas la Carmencita" - "L'amour est un oiseau rebelle"Georges Bizet, Tatiana Troyanos, John Alldis Choir, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Georg Solti
Carmen / Act 1: "Parle-moi de ma mère!"Georges Bizet, Kiri Te Kanawa, Plácido Domingo, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Georg Solti
Carmen, Act I: Seguidilla. Près des remparts de Séville – Tais toi!Georges Bizet, Tatiana Troyanos, Plácido Domingo, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Georg Solti
Carmen / Act 2: "Les tringles des sistres tintaient"Georges Bizet, Tatiana Troyanos, Norma Burrowes, Jane Berbié, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Georg Solti
Carmen, WD 31 / Act 2: "Vivat! Vivat le torero!..Votre toast"Georges Bizet, José van Dam, John Alldis Choir, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Georg Solti
Carmen / Act 2: "Nous avons en tête une affaire!"Georges Bizet, Michel Sénéchal, Michel Roux, Norma Burrowes, Jane Berbié, Tatiana Troyanos, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Georg Solti
Carmen / Act 2: "La fleur que tu m'avais jetée" - ExtractGeorges Bizet, Plácido Domingo, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Georg Solti
Carmen, Act II: Non, tu ne m'aimes pas!Georges Bizet, Tatiana Troyanos, Plácido Domingo, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Georg Solti
Carmen / Act 3: "Mêlons! Coupons!"Georges Bizet, Norma Burrowes, Jane Berbié, Tatiana Troyanos, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Georg Solti
Carmen, WD 31 / Act 3: "Je dis que rien ne m'épouvante"Georges Bizet, Kiri Te Kanawa, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Georg Solti
Carmen, WD 31 / Act 4: Les voici, les voici (Toreador Chorus)Georges Bizet, Haberdasher's Aske's School Boy's Choir, John Alldis Choir, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Georg Solti
Carmen / Act 4: C'est toi! - C'est moi!Georges Bizet, Tatiana Troyanos, Plácido Domingo, John Alldis Choir, John Alldis, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Georg Solti
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