Graziella Sciutti - A Portrait is a captivating collection of operatic arias that showcases the remarkable talent of one of the most celebrated Mozart sopranos of the 1950s and 60s. This newly remastered reissue of a classic Decca recital album features Graziella Sciutti at her finest, delivering a mesmerizing performance that spans a variety of iconic roles and compositions.
The album, released on April 30, 2019, under Universal Music Australia Pty. Ltd., is a testament to Sciutti's versatility and artistry. It includes a diverse selection of tracks from renowned operas such as "Alcina," "Fidelio," "Il barbiere di Siviglia," "La fille du régiment," "Don Pasquale," "I Capuleti e i Montecchi," "Così fan tutte," "Le nozze di Figaro," and more. Each piece is performed with Sciutti's signature grace and precision, accompanied by esteemed conductors and orchestras, including Richard Bonynge, Lorin Maazel, and the London Symphony Orchestra.
With a duration of just under an hour, this album offers a concise yet comprehensive overview of Sciutti's vocal prowess and interpretive depth. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Graziella Sciutti - A Portrait is a delightful exploration of some of the most beloved arias in classical music, performed by a true master of her craft.
Alcina: O s'apre al risoGeorge Frideric Handel, Graziella Sciutti, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Alcina: "Ama, sospira, ma non t'offende"George Frideric Handel, Dame Joan Sutherland, Teresa Berganza, Graziella Sciutti, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Alcina: "Credete al mio dolore"George Frideric Handel, Luigi Alva, Graziella Sciutti, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Fidelio, Op. 72: "O wär ich schon mit dir vereint"Ludwig van Beethoven, Graziella Sciutti, Kurt Böhme, Birgit Nilsson, Wiener Philharmoniker, Lorin Maazel
Il barbiere di Siviglia: "Una voce poco fa"Gioachino Rossini, Graziella Sciutti, Wiener Philharmoniker, Argeo Quadri
La fille du régiment: "Convien partir"Gaetano Donizetti, Graziella Sciutti, Gunther Lorenz, Wiener Philharmoniker, Argeo Quadri
Don Pasquale: Quel guardo di cavaliere ... So anch'io la virtù magicaGaetano Donizetti, Graziella Sciutti, Wiener Philharmoniker, Argeo Quadri
I Capuleti e i Montecchi: "Eccomi...Oh! quante volte"Vincenzo Bellini, Graziella Sciutti, Roland Berger, Wiener Philharmoniker, Argeo Quadri
Così fan tutte ossia La scuola degli amanti, K.588: "In uomini, in soldati"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Graziella Sciutti, Wiener Philharmoniker, Argeo Quadri
Così fan tutte ossia La scuola degli amanti, K.588: "Una donna a quindici anni"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Graziella Sciutti, Wiener Philharmoniker, Argeo Quadri
Le nozze di Figaro, K.492: "Giunse alfin il momento...Deh vieni non tardar"Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Graziella Sciutti, Wiener Philharmoniker, Argeo Quadri
Chi sà, chi sà qual sia, K.582Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Graziella Sciutti, Wiener Philharmoniker, Argeo Quadri