Dive into the rich tapestry of Baroque opera with George Frideric Handel's "Handel: Arias & Duos," a stunning collection of arias and duets recorded live at the prestigious Glyndebourne Opera House in August 2011. This album, released on September 19, 2011, under the Naive label, offers a captivating journey through some of Handel's most beloved operatic works, spanning a variety of genres including classical, choral, and opera.
The album features a diverse selection of pieces from Handel's extensive operatic repertoire, including excerpts from "Poro, Re delle Indie," "Orlando," "Radamisto," "Flavio, Re dei Longobardi," "Tamerlano," "Ezio," "Rinaldo," "Alessandro," "Amadigi di Gaula," and "Ottone, Re di Germania." Each track showcases the composer's mastery of melody, harmony, and dramatic expression, performed with exquisite artistry by some of the finest voices in the world of Baroque opera.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 12 minutes, "Handel: Arias & Duos" is a testament to Handel's enduring legacy and his profound impact on the world of classical music. The album's high-quality sound, available in both LPCM 2.0 and DTS 5.1 formats, ensures an immersive listening experience that brings the drama and beauty of Handel's music to life. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
2011 Opus 111/naïve2011 Opus 111/naïve
Tracks
Poro, Re delle Indie, HWV 28 (Da metastasio): OuvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, Rinaldo Alessandrini, Concerto Italiano
Poro, Re delle Indie HWV 28 (da metastasio): Duetto - "Caro! Dolce! Amico amplesso"George Frideric Handel, Sandrine Piau, Rinaldo Alessandrini, Concerto Italiano, Sara Mingardo