Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Jussi Björling with "Jussi Björling Collection, Vol. 4: Opera Arias & Duets," a captivating compilation of his finest performances from 1945 to 1951. This album, released by Naxos in 2004, showcases Björling's extraordinary tenor voice and his mastery of opera arias and duets.
Spanning a little over an hour, this collection features iconic pieces from renowned operas such as "Roméo et Juliette," "Manon," "L'elisir d'amore," and "Carmen." Björling's ability to convey deep emotion and technical brilliance is evident in each track, from the tender "Una furtiva lagrima" to the powerful "O mostruosa colpa."
The album is a testament to Björling's enduring legacy as one of the greatest tenors of the 20th century. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Dive into the world of opera with Jussi Björling and let his voice transport you to another time and place.
2004 Naxos2004 Naxos
Tracks
Roméo et Juliette: Ah! Lève-toi, soleilCharles Gounod, Jussi Björling, Royal Opera House Orchestra at Covent Garden, Nils Grevillius
Manon: Je suis seul! …Ah! Fuyez, douce imageJules Massenet, Jussi Björling, Royal Opera House Orchestra at Covent Garden, Nils Grevillius
L'elisir d'amore: Una furtiva lagrimaGaetano Donizetti, Jussi Björling, Royal Opera House Orchestra at Covent Garden, Nils Grevillius
L'arlesiana: È la solita storiaFrancesco Cilea, Jussi Björling, Konsertföreningen Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
Manon Lescaut: Donna non vidi maiGiacomo Puccini, Jussi Björling, Royal Opera House Orchestra at Covent Garden, Nils Grevillius
Cavalleria rusticana: O LolaPietro Mascagni, Jussi Björling, Royal Opera House Orchestra at Covent Garden, Nils Grevillius
Jocelyn: BerceuseBenjamin Godard, Jussi Björling, Konsertföreningen Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
Carmen: La fleur que tu m'avais jetéeGeorges Bizet, Jussi Björling, Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
Cavalleria rusticana: Mamma!… Quel vino è generosoPietro Mascagni, Jussi Björling, Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Nils Grevillius
Don Carlo: Io l'ho perduta… Qual pallor… Dio, che nell'alma infondereGiuseppe Verdi, Jussi Björling, Emil Markow, Robert Merrill, RCA Victor Chorus, RCA Victor Orchestra, Renato Cellini
Otello: O mostruosa colpa… Sì, pel ciel marmoreo giuroGiuseppe Verdi, Jussi Björling, Robert Merrill, RCA Victor Orchestra, Renato Cellini
La Bohème: In un coupé… O Mimi, tu più non torniGiacomo Puccini, Jussi Björling, Robert Merrill, RCA Victor Orchestra, Renato Cellini
La forza del destino: Solenne in quest'oraGiuseppe Verdi, Jussi Björling, Robert Merrill, RCA Victor Orchestra, Renato Cellini
Les pêcheurs de perles: Au fond du temple saintGeorges Bizet, Jussi Björling, Robert Merrill, RCA Victor Orchestra, Renato Cellini
La Bohème: Che gelida maninaGiacomo Puccini, Jussi Björling, RCA Victor Orchestra, Renato Cellini
Aida: Se quel guerrier io fossi… Celeste AïdaGiuseppe Verdi, Jussi Björling, RCA Victor Orchestra, Renato Cellini
La Gioconda: Cielo e mar!Amilcare Ponchielli, Jussi Björling, RCA Victor Orchestra, Renato Cellini