Experience the legendary Maria Callas in a historic live performance of Giuseppe Verdi's "Il Trovatore," captured at La Scala, Milan, on February 23, 1953. This album is a rare opportunity to witness one of the most celebrated opera singers of all time in a live setting, showcasing her unparalleled vocal prowess and dramatic intensity.
The recording features the complete opera, spanning over two hours and eight minutes, and includes all four acts performed live. Maria Callas' rendition of "Il Trovatore" is a testament to her extraordinary talent, making this album a treasure for both opera enthusiasts and those discovering the genre.
The album, released by Victory Entertainment, offers a unique glimpse into the world of opera as it was experienced in the mid-20th century. The performance is accompanied by the Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala and the Coro, providing an authentic and immersive experience. This release is a must for anyone eager to hear Maria Callas in her prime, delivering one of Verdi's most beloved and dramatic works.
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Tracks
Il Trovatore: Act 1: All' erta! All' erta! - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Giuseppe Modesti, Coro de Teatro alla Scala
Il Trovatore: Act 1: Abbietta zingara, fosca vegliarda! - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Giuseppe Modesti, Coro de Teatro alla Scala
Il Trovatore: Act 1: E, il padre ? - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Giuseppe Modesti, Coro de Teatro alla Scala
Il Trovatore: Act 1: Che piu t' arresti ? - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Maria Callas, Ebe Ticozzi
Il Trovatore: Act 1: Tacea la notte placida... - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Maria Callas, Ebe Ticozzi
Il Trovatore: Act 1: Tace la notte ! - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Maria Callas, Gino Penno, Carlo Tagliabue
Il Trovatore: Act 1: No! di geloso amor sprezzato.... - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Maria Callas, Gino Penno, Carlo Tagliabue
Il Trovatore: Act 2: Vedi le fosche notturne spoglie... - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Carlo Forti, Ebe Stignani
Il Trovatore: Act 2: Stride la vampa ! - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Ebe Stignani, Giuseppe Modesti, Gino Penno
Il Trovatore: Act 2: Condotta ell' era in ceppi... - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Gino Penno, Ebe Stignani
Il Trovatore: Act 2: Non so tuo figlio ! - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Gino Penno, Ebe Stignani
Il Trovatore: Act 2: Mal reggendo all' aspro assalto... - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Gino Penno, Ebe Stignani
Il Trovatore: Act 2: L' usato messo... - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Gino Penno, Ebe Stignani, Angelo Mercuriali
Il Trovatore: Act 2: Tutto e deserto.... - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Carlo Tagliabue, Giuseppe Modesti, Coro de Teatro alla Scala
Il Trovatore: Act 2: Ah! se l'error t' ingombra - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Maria Callas, Gino Penno, Carlo Tagliabue, Giuseppe Modesti, Ebe Ticozzi, Coro de Teatro alla Scala, Mariano Caruso
Il Trovatore: Act 2: E deggio e posso crederlo ? - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Giuseppe Modesti, Coro de Teatro alla Scala
Il Trovatore: Act 3: Or Co' Dadi, Ma Fra Poco - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Giuseppe Modesti, Coro de Teatro alla Scala
Il Trovatore: Act 3: In Braccio Al Mio Rival! - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Ebe Stignani, Carlo Tagliabue, Giuseppe Modesti
Il Trovatore: Act 3: Giorni Poveri Vivea - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Ebe Stignani, Giuseppe Modesti, Carlo Tagliabue, Coro de Teatro alla Scala
Il Trovatore: Act 3: Quale D'armi Fragor Poc'anzi In - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Maria Callas, Gino Penno
Il Trovatore: Act 3: L'onda De' Suoni Mistici - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Maria Callas, Gino Penno, Mariano Caruso
Il Trovatore: Act 3: Di Quella Pira - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Gino Penno, Mariano Caruso, Coro de Teatro alla Scala
Il Trovatore: Act 4: Siam Giunti; ecco la torre - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Maria Callas, Mariano Caruso
Il Trovatore: Act 4: Miserere D'un' Alma Gia Vicina - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Maria Callas, Gino Penno, Coro de Teatro alla Scala
Il Trovatore: Act 4: Udiste? Come albeggi la scure a figlio - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Maria Callas, Gino Penno, Coro de Teatro alla Scala
Il Trovatore: Act 4: Di Acerbe Lagrime - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Maria Callas, Carlo Tagliabue
Il Trovatore: Act 4: Colui Vivra... - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Maria Callas, Carlo Tagliabue
Il Trovatore: Act 4: Madre... Non Dormi_ - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Gino Penno, Ebe Stignani
Il Trovatore: Act 4: La Stanchezza M'opprime, - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Maria Callas, Gino Penno, Ebe Stignani
Il Trovatore: Act 4: Che! Non m' inganno ! - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Maria Callas, Gino Penno, Ebe Stignani
Il Trovatore: Act 4: Ti Scosta - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Maria Callas, Gino Penno, Carlo Tagliabue
Il Trovatore: Act 4: Prima che d'altri vivere. - Live in Milan, La Scala, 23 February 1953Maria Callas, Gino Penno, Ebe Stignani, Carlo Tagliabue
Maria Callas, born in New York City in 1923, was an American-born Greek soprano who left an indelible mark on the world of opera. Renowned for her extraordinary bel canto technique, powerful voice, and dramatic intensity, Callas was hailed as "La Divina" for her unparalleled performances. Her repertoire spanned from the intricate arias of opera seria to the grand operas of Verdi and Puccini, and even the dramatic works of Wagner. Callas' ability to bring emotional depth and technical brilliance to her roles made her one of the most celebrated and influential opera singers of the 20th century. Her performances at prestigious venues like Milan's La Scala and New York's Metropolitan Opera solidified her status as a legend in the opera world. Beyond her musical prowess, Callas' personal life and dramatic stage presence captivated audiences, making her a cultural icon whose legacy endures long after her untimely death in 1977.
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