Dive into the enchanting world of Baroque opera with "Heroes in Love," a captivating collection of arias by Christoph Willibald Gluck, released in 2017. This album, presented by the talented ensemble laBarocca under the baton of Ruben Jais and featuring the powerful mezzo-soprano Sonia Prina, offers a unique journey through some of Gluck's most beloved operatic works. With a running time of just over an hour, this album is perfect for both casual listeners and seasoned opera enthusiasts. The album features arias from various operas, including "La Sofonisba," "Demofoonte," "Cleonice," and "La Semiramide riconosciuta," showcasing Gluck's mastery of the opera seria genre. The album's title, "Heroes in Love," reflects the themes of love, honor, and heroism that permeate these arias. Each track is a testament to Gluck's innovative approach to opera, blending dramatic intensity with melodic beauty. The album's high-quality recording and the performers' exceptional artistry make "Heroes in Love" a standout addition to any classical music collection.
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Tracks
La Sofonisba, Wq. 5: Se in campo armatoChristoph Willibald Gluck, Sonia Prina, laBarocca, Ruben Jais
Demofoonte, Wq. 3: Sperai vicino il lidoChristoph Willibald Gluck, Sonia Prina, laBarocca, Ruben Jais
Cleonice, Wq. 2 (Demetrio): Dal suo gentil sembianteChristoph Willibald Gluck, Sonia Prina, laBarocca, Ruben Jais
La Semiramide riconosciuta, Wq. 13: SinfoniaChristoph Willibald Gluck, laBarocca, Ruben Jais
La Sofonisba, Wq. 5: Nobil ondaChristoph Willibald Gluck, Sonia Prina, laBarocca, Ruben Jais
Ezio, Wq. 15: Se fedele mi brama il regnanteChristoph Willibald Gluck, Sonia Prina, laBarocca, Ruben Jais
Ippolito, Wq. 9: Se tu vedessi come vegg'ioChristoph Willibald Gluck, Sonia Prina, laBarocca, Ruben Jais
La Semiramide riconosciuta, Wq. 13: Tradita, sprezzataChristoph Willibald Gluck, Sonia Prina, laBarocca, Ruben Jais
Ipermestra, Wq. 7: SinfoniaChristoph Willibald Gluck, laBarocca, Ruben Jais
La Sofonisba, Wq. 5: M'opprime, m'affannaChristoph Willibald Gluck, Sonia Prina, laBarocca, Ruben Jais
Telemaco, Wq. 34: Ah! Non turbi il mio riposoChristoph Willibald Gluck, Sonia Prina, laBarocca, Ruben Jais
Ezio, Wq. 15: Se il fulmine sospendiChristoph Willibald Gluck, Sonia Prina, laBarocca, Ruben Jais
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