Teresa Berganza's 'Brava Berganza!' is a magnificent tribute to the renowned mezzo-soprano, celebrating her illustrious career with a stunning collection of operatic masterpieces. Released on 1 January 2005, this exquisite album showcases Berganza's incredible vocal range and emotional depth, as she effortlessly navigates the works of iconic composers such as Bizet, de Falla, Mozart, and Rossini.
With a duration of 2 hours and 54 minutes, 'Brava Berganza!' is a treasure trove of operatic delights, featuring 105 tracks that highlight Berganza's remarkable talent and artistry. From the passionate intensity of 'Carmen' to the elegant beauty of 'Il barbiere di Siviglia', this album is a testament to Berganza's ability to bring characters to life through her captivating performances.
Recorded when Berganza was in her mid-twenties, these tracks demonstrate her early mastery of the operatic genre, showcasing a voice that is both powerful and nuanced. The album's diverse repertoire, which includes works by Falla, Stravinsky, and Puccini, is a reflection of Berganza's versatility and dedication to her craft.
'Brava Berganza!' is a must-listen for fans of opera and classical music, offering a unique opportunity to experience the artistry of one of the most celebrated mezzo-sopranos of our time. With its rich sound and outstanding performances, this album is a fitting tribute to Teresa Berganza's remarkable career, and a testament to her enduring legacy in the world of opera.
El sombrero de tres picos / Pt. 1: IntroducciónManuel de Falla, Teresa Berganza, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
El sombrero de tres picos / Pt. 2: Danza della molineraManuel de Falla, Teresa Berganza, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Seiji Ozawa
El amor brujo - Ballet By G. Martinez Sierra: Canción del amor dolidoManuel de Falla, Teresa Berganza, London Symphony Orchestra, García Navarro
El Amor Brujo - Ballet by G. Martinez Sierra: Canción del fuego fátuoManuel de Falla, Teresa Berganza, London Symphony Orchestra, García Navarro
El amor brujo - Ballet By G. Martinez Sierra: Danza del juego de amorManuel de Falla, Teresa Berganza, London Symphony Orchestra, García Navarro
El amor brujo - Ballet By G. Martinez Sierra: Final. Las campanas del amanecerManuel de Falla, Teresa Berganza, London Symphony Orchestra, García Navarro
La vida breve - original version / Act 1: Ande la tarea, que hay que trabajar!Manuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, London Symphony Orchestra, Luis Antonio García Navarro, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, John McCarthy, Lucero Tena
La vida breve - original version / Act 1: Mi querer es como el hierroManuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, London Symphony Orchestra, Luis Antonio García Navarro, Alicia Nafé, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, John McCarthy, Lucero Tena
La vida breve - original version / Act 1: Abuela, no viene!Manuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, London Symphony Orchestra, Luis Antonio García Navarro, Teresa Berganza, Alicia Nafé, Lucero Tena
La vida breve - original version / Act 1: Ah! ... Ah! ... Ande la tarea ...Manuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, London Symphony Orchestra, Luis Antonio García Navarro, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, John McCarthy, Lucero Tena
La vida breve - original version / Act 1: Vivan los que rien!Manuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, London Symphony Orchestra, Luis Antonio García Navarro, Teresa Berganza, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, John McCarthy, Lucero Tena
La vida breve - original version / Act 1: Salud! / Qué pasa?Manuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, London Symphony Orchestra, Luis Antonio García Navarro, Teresa Berganza, Alicia Nafé, Lucero Tena
La vida breve - original version / Act 1: "Paco! Paco!" / "Mi Salud!"Manuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, London Symphony Orchestra, Luis Antonio García Navarro, Teresa Berganza, José Carreras, Lucero Tena
La vida breve - original version / Act 1: "Paco! Paco! Siempre tuyo!" / "Mi chavala!"Manuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, London Symphony Orchestra, Luis Antonio García Navarro, Teresa Berganza, José Carreras, Lucero Tena
La vida breve - original version / Act 1: IntermedioManuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, London Symphony Orchestra, Luis Antonio García Navarro, Lucero Tena
La vida breve - original version / Act 2: "Olé! Olé ya!" / "Ay! Yo canto por soleares!"Manuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, London Symphony Orchestra, Luis Antonio García Navarro, Manuel Mairena, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, John McCarthy, Lucero Tena
La vida breve - original version / Act 2: Danza (I)Manuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, London Symphony Orchestra, Luis Antonio García Navarro, Lucero Tena
La vida breve - original version / Act 2: Allí está! Riyendo, junto á esa mujerManuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, London Symphony Orchestra, Luis Antonio García Navarro, Teresa Berganza, Manuel Mairena, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, John McCarthy, Lucero Tena
La vida breve - original version / Act 2: No te dije? La vés?Manuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, London Symphony Orchestra, Luis Antonio García Navarro, Teresa Berganza, José Carreras, Ramon Contreras, Alicia Nafé, Palomo Perez Inigo, Juan Pons, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, John McCarthy, Lucero Tena
La vida breve - original version / Act 2: (Intermedio)Manuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, London Symphony Orchestra, Luis Antonio García Navarro, Lucero Tena
La vida breve - original version / Act 2: Danza (II)Manuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, London Symphony Orchestra, Luis Antonio García Navarro, Lucero Tena
La vida breve - original version / Act 2: Carmela mía!Manuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, London Symphony Orchestra, Luis Antonio García Navarro, José Carreras, Ramon Contreras, Palomo Perez Inigo, Juan Pons, Lucero Tena
La vida breve - original version / Act 2: Qué gracia! Qué buscan ustedes aquí?Manuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, London Symphony Orchestra, Luis Antonio García Navarro, Teresa Berganza, José Carreras, Ramon Contreras, Alicia Nafé, Palomo Perez Inigo, Juan Pons, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, John McCarthy, Lucero Tena
El gato montés - Rev. Miguel Roa / Act 1: Salú p'a la gente güena! - ExcerptManuel Penella, Teresa Berganza, Veronica Villarroel, Plácido Domingo, Mabel Perelstein, Carlos Álvarez, Carlos Chausson, Orquesta Sinfónica de Madrid, Miguel Roa, 6 Ninos De La Escolania De Senora Del Recuerdo, Cesar Sanchez, Coro Titular del Teatro Lírico Nacional LA ZARZUELA, Ignacio Rodriguez
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Habanera. L'amour est un oiseau rebelleGeorges Bizet, Teresa Berganza, Ambrosian Singers, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Seguidilla. Près des remparts de SévilleGeorges Bizet, Teresa Berganza, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: Chanson bohème. Les tringles des sistres tintaientGeorges Bizet, Teresa Berganza, Alicia Nafé, Yvonne Kenny, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Il barbiere di Siviglia, Act I: No. 5, Cavatina. Una voce poco fa - Cabaletta. Io sono docileGioachino Rossini, Teresa Berganza, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Il barbiere di Siviglia, Act I: No. 7, Duet. Dunque io son tu non m'inganni?Gioachino Rossini, Hermann Prey, Teresa Berganza, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Il barbiere di Siviglia, Act II: No. 11, Aria. Contro un cor che accende amoreGioachino Rossini, Teresa Berganza, Luigi Alva, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
La clemenza di Tito, K.621 / Act 1: "Parto, ma tu ben mio"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Teresa Berganza, Staatskapelle Dresden, Karl Böhm
La clemenza di Tito, K.621 / Act 2: "Deh per questo istante solo"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Teresa Berganza, Staatskapelle Dresden, Karl Böhm
La Cenerentola, Act II: Aria. Nacqui all'affanno - Non più mestaGioachino Rossini, Teresa Berganza, Renato Capecchi, Paolo Montarsolo, Margherita Guglielmi, Laura Zannini, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Madama Butterfly / Act 2: "Scuoti quella fronda di ciliegio"Giacomo Puccini, Mirella Freni, Teresa Berganza, Philharmonia Orchestra, Giuseppe Sinopoli
Madama Butterfly / Act II: Chi sia?Giacomo Puccini, Teresa Berganza, Juan Pons, José Carreras, Philharmonia Orchestra, Giuseppe Sinopoli
Madama Butterfly / Act 2: Io so che alle pene - ExcerptGiacomo Puccini, Juan Pons, José Carreras, Teresa Berganza, Philharmonia Orchestra, Giuseppe Sinopoli
Pulcinella, Ballet, K034: VII. Ancora poco meno. Contento forse vivereIgor Stravinsky, Teresa Berganza, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Pulcinella, Ballet, K034: X. Andante: Sento dire no'nc'è paceIgor Stravinsky, Teresa Berganza, Ryland Davies, John Shirley-Quirk, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Suite populaire Espagnole: El Paño morunoManuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, Teresa Berganza
Suite populaire Espagnole: Seguidilla murcianaManuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, Teresa Berganza
Suite populaire Espagnole: AsturianaManuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, Teresa Berganza
Suite populaire Espagnole: JotaManuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, Teresa Berganza
Suite populaire Espagnole: NanaManuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, Teresa Berganza
Suite populaire Espagnole: CancionManuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, Teresa Berganza
Suite populaire Espagnole: PoloManuel de Falla, Narciso Yepes, Teresa Berganza
La Didone - Arranged by Raimond Leppard / Act 1: Lamento di Cassandra: L'alma fiacca svanìFrancesco Cavalli, Teresa Berganza, Ricardo Requejo
Son ancor pargoletta - Arranged by Arne Oddvar DorumsgaardFrancesco Cavalli, Teresa Berganza, Ricardo Requejo
No, non si speri (Arr. by Arne Oddvar Dorumsgaard)Giacomo Carissimi, Teresa Berganza, Ricardo Requejo
Vittoria, mio core! (Arr. by Luigi Dallapiccola)Giacomo Carissimi, Teresa Berganza, Ricardo Requejo
Se Florindo è fedele (from "La donna ancora è fedele")Alessandro Scarlatti, Teresa Berganza, Ricardo Requejo