Dive into the rich, resonant world of Dmitri Hvorostovsky with his 2006 album "Portrait," a captivating collection that spans over two hours of exquisite performances. This album is a testament to Hvorostovsky's extraordinary vocal range and versatility, showcasing his mastery of both opera and classical genres.
Featuring 35 tracks, "Portrait" takes you on a journey through some of the most beloved and iconic pieces from the operatic repertoire, including arias from "La traviata," "Il Trovatore," "Don Carlo," and "Eugene Onegin," among others. Hvorostovsky's powerful baritone voice shines through each piece, delivering a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply moving.
The album also includes a selection of Russian folk songs and classical pieces, highlighting Hvorostovsky's ability to connect with a wide range of musical styles. Accompanied by talented musicians such as Mikhail Arkadiev and Oleg Boshniakovich, and supported by the Cantus Dei Choir of Moscow, Hvorostovsky's performances are nothing short of breathtaking.
"Portrait" is not just an album; it's a celebration of Dmitri Hvorostovsky's artistry and a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the beauty and power of classical and operatic music. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer to Hvorostovsky's work, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
La traviata / Act II: Di Provenza il mar, il suolGiuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Il Trovatore - Act 2: "Il balen del suo sorriso" - "Qual suono! o ciel!"Giuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Don Carlo: "Per me guinto - O Carlo ascolta"Giuseppe Verdi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Il barbiere di Siviglia / Act I: No. 2 Cavatina: "Largo al factotum"Gioachino Rossini, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
L'elisir d'amore / Act I: Come Paride vezzosoGaetano Donizetti, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
Lucia di Lammermoor / Act I: Cruda, funesta smaniaGaetano Donizetti, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
I puritani / Act I: Or dove fuggo mai?... Ah! per sempre io ti perdeiVincenzo Bellini, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
Don Pasquale / Act I: Bella siccome un angeloGaetano Donizetti, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Philharmonia Orchestra, Ion Marin
Eugene Onegin, Op. 24, TH 5 / Act I: Vi mnye pisali - Kogda bi zhizn domashnim krugomPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Tsar's Bride / Act I: S uma neydot krasavitsaNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
The Tsar's Bride / Act 1: "Zachem ty"Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Olga Borodina, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Serse, HWV 40, Act I: Frondi tenere e belle ... Ombra mai fùGeorge Frideric Handel, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30 / Act III: Che farò senza Euridice?Christoph Willibald Gluck, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Tito Manlio, RV 778: Se il cor guerriero (Arr. Papp)Antonio Vivaldi, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
La costanza in amor vince l'inganno: Selve Amiche (Arr. Reynolds)Antonio Caldara, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Caro mio ben (Arr. Marriner)Tommaso Giordani, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Do Not Sing, My Beauty, Op. 4 No. 4Sergei Rachmaninoff, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Oleg Boshniakovich
In the Mysterious Silence of the Night, Op. 4 No. 3Sergei Rachmaninoff, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Oleg Boshniakovich
None But the Lonely Heart, Op. 6 No. 6Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Oleg Boshniakovich
Oh, if you could only, Op. 38, TH 101, No. 4Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Mikhail Arkadiev
Again, As Before, Alone, Op. 73 No. 6Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Oleg Boshniakovich
Songs and Dances of Death: No. 1, LullabyModest Mussorgsky, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Songs and Dances of Death: No. 2, SerenadeModest Mussorgsky, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Songs and Dances of Death: No. 3, TrepakModest Mussorgsky, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Songs and Dances of Death: No. 4, Field MarshalModest Mussorgsky, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Mariinsky Orchestra, Valery Gergiev
Russia's War: 2. TearsStanislas Syrewicz, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Cantus Dei Choir Of Moscow, The Red Army Choir, State Symphonic Orchestra Of Cinematography, Sergei Skripka
Karabejniki (The Little Box)Anonymous, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Ossipov Russian Folk Orchestra, Nicolay Kalinin
Kagda, dusha (Elegia) (When, My Soul, You Wanted)Anonymous, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Ossipov Russian Folk Orchestra, Nicolay Kalinin
Ochi chornyje (Dark Eyes)Anonymous, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Ossipov Russian Folk Orchestra, Nicolay Kalinin
Kalinka (Arr. Kozlov)Anonymous, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, St.Petersburg Chamber Choir, Nikolai Korniev
Dmitri Hvorostovsky, the beloved Russian operatic baritone, was born on 16 October 1962 in Krasnoyarsk, Siberia. His journey to operatic stardom began after studying with Yekaterina Yofel in his hometown, leading to his triumphant victory at the BBC Cardiff Singer of the World competition in 1989. Before his operatic success, Hvorostovsky even sang in a heavy metal band, showcasing his versatile vocal range. Known for his powerful and emotive performances, Hvorostovsky's repertoire spanned a wide array of classical and operatic genres. Despite battling a brain tumour, he continued to captivate audiences with his incredible talent until his passing on 22 November 2017, at the age of 55. His legacy as a husband, father, son, and friend endures, as does his remarkable contribution to the world of opera.
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