Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of opera with Renata Tebaldi's timeless album, "Duos d'amour à l'opéra," released in 1962. This exquisite collection of operatic duets showcases the incomparable vocal prowess of Tebaldi, one of the most celebrated sopranos of the 20th century. Joined by esteemed artists Mario del Monaco, Jussi Björling, and Suzanne Danco, Tebaldi delivers a captivating performance that spans iconic works from the operatic canon.
The album features a diverse selection of love duets from renowned operas, including "La bohème," "Rigoletto," "Samson et Dalila," "La traviata," "Otello," "Don Giovanni," "Carmen," "Cavalleria rusticana," and "Aida." Each track is a masterclass in vocal technique and emotional expression, highlighting Tebaldi's ability to convey the deepest sentiments of love, longing, and passion.
With a runtime of 44 minutes, this mono version album offers a concise yet profound exploration of operatic duets. The performances are marked by Tebaldi's signature warmth, clarity, and technical precision, making it a standout in her illustrious discography. Whether you're an opera aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, "Duos d'amour à l'opéra" is a must-listen, offering a glimpse into the golden age of opera and the enduring legacy of Renata Tebaldi.
La bohème, Act I: "O soave fanciulla"Giacomo Puccini, Licia Albanese, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Renato Cellini, RCA Victor Symphony Orchestra
Rigoletto, Act II, Scene 6: "È il sol dell'anima, la vita è amore"Giuseppe Verdi, Erna Berger, Jan Peerce, Renato Cellini, RCA Victor Symphony Orchestra
Samson et Dalila, Act II, Scene 3: "Dalila! Dalila, je t'aime!" & "Mon cœur s'ouvre à ta voix"Camille Saint-Saëns, Rise Stevens, Mario del Monaco, Fausto Cleva, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra
La traviata, Act III, Scene 6: "Parigi, o cara"Giuseppe Verdi, Rosanna Carteri, Cesare Valletti, Pierre Monteux, Orchestra Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma
La damnation de Faust, Op. 24, Pt. 3: "Grand Dieu! Que vois-je!?"Hector Berlioz, Suzanne Danco, David Poleri, Charles Münch, Boston Symphony Orchestra
Otello, Act I: "Quando narravi l'esule tua vita"Giuseppe Verdi, Herva Nelli, Ramon Vinay, Arturo Toscanini, NBC Symphony Orchestra
Don Giovanni, K. 527, Act I, Scene 9: "Là ci darem la mano"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Eugenia Ratti, Cesare Siepi, Wiener Philharmoniker, Erich Leinsdorf
Carmen, Act II, Scene 5: "Non! Tu ne m'aimes pas!"Georges Bizet, Rise Stevens, Jan Peerce, Fritz Reiner, RCA Victor Symphony Orchestra
Cavalleria rusticana, Scene 7: "Ah! Lo vedi, che hai tu detto?"Pietro Mascagni, Renata Tebaldi, Jussi Björling, Alberto Erede, Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
Aida, Act IV, Scene 2: "O terra, addio"Giuseppe Verdi, Zinka Milanov, Jussi Björling, Jonel Perlea, Orchestra Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma, Coro Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma
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