Dive into the captivating world of opera with Dennis O'Neill's "Great Operatic Arias, Vol. 14," a stunning collection of 16 iconic arias performed in English. Released in 2000 under the Chandos label, this album showcases O'Neill's remarkable vocal prowess and emotional depth, accompanied by the esteemed London Philharmonic Orchestra, Philharmonia Orchestra, and the Geoffrey Mitchell Choir. Spanning a rich tapestry of operatic masterpieces from composers like Leoncavallo, Ponchielli, Verdi, and Puccini, the album offers a little over an hour of enchanting performances. From the dramatic intensity of "Pagliacci" to the tender beauty of "La bohème," each aria is a testament to O'Neill's versatility and artistry. Whether you're an opera aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a delightful exploration of some of the most beloved arias in the operatic canon.
2004 Chandos Records2004 Chandos Records
Tracks
Pagliacci: Go on stage - Put on your costumeRuggero Leoncavallo, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, London Philharmonic Orchestra
La Gioconda: Heaven and sea!Amilcare Ponchielli, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Aida: I pray that I be chosen - Goddess AidaGiuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra
Il Trovatore: When holy church has blessed our love - That fierce infernoGiuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sharon Sweet, Marc Le Brocq, Geoffrey Mitchell Choir
Attila: Foresto, my soul belongs to youGiuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Janice Watson, Alan Opie
Il Duca d'Alba: Here, unobserved in this chapel - Angel of loveMatteo Salvi, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Andrea Chénier: One day, gazing at the splendor of Heav'n's blue distanceUmberto Giordano, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Andrea Chénier: Just like a day in May timeUmberto Giordano, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Otello: Ah! Would that God had given him a thousand lives! - Yes, I swear by skies of marbleGiuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Alan Opie
Otello: Do not fear meGiuseppe Verdi, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Tosca, SC 69: Give me my palette! - How strange a thing is beautyGiacomo Puccini, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra, Andrew Shore
La Fanciulla del West, SC 78: Let her believe that I have gained my freedomGiacomo Puccini, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Cavalleria rusticana: My friend's don't go away - Neighbours, with a glass I meet youPietro Mascagni, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Diana Montague, Geoffrey Mitchell Choir
Cavalleria rusticana: Mama, mama, this new wine really is powerfulPietro Mascagni, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Nelly Miricioiu, Diana Montague, Elizabeth Bainbridge, Geoffrey Mitchell Choir
Armida: I lost the will to actionGioachino Rossini, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Bruce Ford, Barry Banks
La bohème, SC 67: Your tiny hand is frozen!Giacomo Puccini, Dennis O'Neill, David Parry, Philharmonia Orchestra
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