Irma Gonzalez's self-titled album, released on 4 January 2011 under the Urtext label, is a masterful collection of operatic pieces that showcases her incredible vocal range and emotional depth. Spanning over 2 hours and 21 minutes, this extensive album is a testament to Gonzalez's dedication to her craft.
The album features a diverse range of tracks, including iconic pieces from Puccini's Madame Butterfly, La boheme, and Tosca, as well as works by Verdi, Donizetti, and Massenet. Gonzalez's powerful voice brings to life the characters of Mimi, Manon, and Norma, among others, with each performance a nuanced and expressive interpretation of the original score.
From the poignant 'Vogliatemi bene' to the dramatic 'Vissi d'arte', Gonzalez's voice soars through the operatic repertoire, demonstrating her technical skill and artistic sensitivity. The album also includes lesser-known gems, such as 'La rueda de la fortuna' from Meet Me in St. Louis, which adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to the overall collection.
Throughout the album, Gonzalez's passion and commitment to opera shine through, making this a must-listen for any fan of the genre. With its rich soundscapes and Gonzalez's captivating performances, this album is a true celebration of the art of opera, and a testament to the enduring power of music to evoke emotion and inspire the imagination. Irma Gonzalez's self-titled album is a treasure trove of operatic delights, and a worthy addition to any music lover's collection.
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Tracks
Madame Butterfly, 1. Akt: Vogliatemi bene (Mona Lisa): Act II: Che tua madreGiacomo Puccini, Irma Gonzalez, Studio Orchestra, StudioConductor
Madame Butterfly, 1. Akt: Vogliatemi bene (Mona Lisa): Act III: Con onor muoreGiacomo Puccini, Irma Gonzalez, Studio Orchestra, StudioConductor
La boheme, Act I: Si. Mi chiamano MimiGiacomo Puccini, Irma Gonzalez, Plácido Domingo, Studio Orchestra, StudioConductor
La boheme, Act III: Donde lieta usciGiacomo Puccini, Irma Gonzalez, Palacio de Bellas Artes Orchestra, Oliviero de Fabritiis
La boheme, Act II: Quando me'n vo'Giacomo Puccini, Irma Gonzalez, Studio Orchestra, StudioConductor
Manon Lescaut, Act II: In quelle trine morbideGiacomo Puccini, Irma Gonzalez, Studio Orchestra, StudioConductor
Tosca: Act II: Vissi d'arteGiacomo Puccini, Irma Gonzalez, Plácido Domingo, Palacio de Bellas Artes Orchestra, Salvador Ochoa
Tosca: Act III: Ah! Franchigia a Floria Tosca … O dolci mani mansuete e pureGiacomo Puccini, Irma Gonzalez, Plácido Domingo, Palacio de Bellas Artes Orchestra, Salvador Ochoa
Turandot, Act I: Signore ascoltaGiacomo Puccini, Irma Gonzalez, Palacio de Bellas Artes Orchestra, Carlo Felice Cillario
L'amico Fritz, Act I: Son pocchi fioriPietro Mascagni, Irma Gonzalez, Studio Orchestra, StudioConductor
Pagliacci, Act I: Qual fiamma avea nel guardoRuggero Leoncavallo, Irma Gonzalez, Studio Orchestra, StudioConductor
Andrea Chenier, Act IV: Vicino a te s'acquetaUmberto Giordano, Irma Gonzalez, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Palacio de Bellas Artes Orchestra, Anton Guadagno
Mefistofele: Act III: The Death of Margherita: L'altra notte in fondo al mareArrigo Boito, Irma Gonzalez, Studio Orchestra, StudioConductor
Mefistofele: Act III: The Death of Margherita: Spunta … l'aurora pallida …Arrigo Boito, Irma Gonzalez, Studio Orchestra, StudioConductor
Norma: Norma, Act II: Mira, o NormaVincenzo Bellini, Irma Gonzalez, Oralia Dominguez, Studio Orchestra, StudioConductor
Manon: Act II: Allons! … il le faut! … Adieu, notre petite tableJules Massenet, Irma Gonzalez, Studio Orchestra, StudioConductor
Manon: Act III: N'est-ce plus ma mainJules Massenet, Irma Gonzalez, Studio Orchestra, StudioConductor
Herodiade, Act I: Il est doux, il est bonJules Massenet, Irma Gonzalez, Studio Orchestra, StudioConductor
Carmen: Carmen, Act III: Recitative: C'est des contrebandiers le refuge ordinaireGeorges Bizet, Irma Gonzalez, Palacio de Bellas Artes Orchestra, Anton Guadagno
The Maid of Orleans, Act I: Aria: Adieu, foretsPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Irma Gonzalez, Studio Orchestra, StudioConductor
La traviata, Act III: Addio, del passatoGiuseppe Verdi, Irma Gonzalez, Studio Orchestra, StudioConductor
Aida: Aida, Act III: O patria miaGiuseppe Verdi, Irma Gonzalez, Studio Orchestra, StudioConductor
Messa da Requiem: Dies irae: RecordareGiuseppe Verdi, Irma Gonzalez, Aurora Woodrow, National Symphony Orchestra, Igor Markevitch
Otello*: Act I: Gia nella notteGiuseppe Verdi, Irma Gonzalez, Jon Vickers, Dora de la Pena, Palacio de Bellas Artes Orchestra, Carlo Felice Cillario
Otello*: Act IV: Era piu calmo?Giuseppe Verdi, Irma Gonzalez, Jon Vickers, Dora de la Pena, Palacio de Bellas Artes Orchestra, Carlo Felice Cillario
Otello*: Act IV: Ave MariaGiuseppe Verdi, Irma Gonzalez, Jon Vickers, Dora de la Pena, Palacio de Bellas Artes Orchestra, Carlo Felice Cillario
La forza del destino, Act IV: Pace, pace mio Dio!Giuseppe Verdi, Irma Gonzalez, Studio Orchestra, StudioConductor
La rueda de la fortuna (Meet Me in St. Louis)Irma Gonzalez