Immerse yourself in the golden age of opera with Luciano Pavarotti's timeless collection, "La donna è mobile." Released in 2015 by Deutsche Grammophon, this album is a testament to Pavarotti's unparalleled vocal prowess and his enduring legacy in the world of classical music. Spanning a rich repertoire of opera arias, canzoni napoletane, and sacred music, this album offers a comprehensive journey through Pavarotti's illustrious career.
The album features iconic arias from some of the most beloved operas, including "Che gelida manina" and the famous "Love Duet" from Puccini's "La bohème," as well as "Nessun dorma" from Puccini's "Turandot." Fans of Verdi will delight in the inclusion of "La donna è mobile" from "Rigoletto" and "Di quella pira" from "Il Trovatore." The album also showcases Pavarotti's versatility with pieces like "Funiculì, funiculà" and the heart-wrenching "Una furtiva lagrima" from Donizetti's "L'elisir d'amore." The album concludes with the stirring "Celeste Aida" from Verdi's "Aida," leaving listeners with a sense of awe and admiration for Pavarotti's artistry.
With a duration of 1 hour and 16 minutes, this album is a treasure trove of musical gems that will captivate both seasoned opera enthusiasts and those new to the genre. The accompanying London Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Richard Bonynge, provides a lush and supportive backdrop for Pavarotti's soaring vocals, ensuring an unforgettable listening experience. Whether you're a fan of Pavarotti's powerful tenor or simply appreciate the beauty of classical music, "La donna è mobile" is an essential addition to any music collection.
Tosca: "E lucevan le stelle"Giacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
La bohème, Act I: Che gelida maninaGiacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
La bohème, Act I: O soave fanciulla (Love Duet)Giacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Mirella Freni, Berliner Philharmoniker, Herbert von Karajan
La traviata / Act 1: Libiamo ne'lieti caliciGiuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Dame Joan Sutherland, The London Opera Chorus, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
La traviata / Act 1: Un dì felice, etereaGiuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Dame Joan Sutherland, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Rigoletto / Act 1: "Questa o quella"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Rigoletto / Act 3: "La donna è mobile...E là il vostr'uomo"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Martti Talvela, Sherrill Milnes, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Funiculì, funiculàLuigi Denza, Luciano Pavarotti, Orchestra del Teatro Comunale di Bologna, Anton Guadagno
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: La fleur que tu m'avais jetéeGeorges Bizet, Luciano Pavarotti, Vienna Volksoper Orchestra, Leone Magiera
Les pêcheurs de perles, WD 13 / Act 1: "Au fond du temple saint"Georges Bizet, Luciano Pavarotti, Nicolai Ghiaurov, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Robin Stapleton
Fedora: "Amor ti vieta"Umberto Giordano, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Oliviero de Fabritiis
Requiem: IIh. IngemiscoGiuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Wiener Philharmoniker, Sir Georg Solti
L'elisir d'amore / Act II: "Una furtiva lagrima"Gaetano Donizetti, Luciano Pavarotti, English Chamber Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Il Trovatore / Act 3: "Di quella pira"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
La Gioconda / Act 2: Cielo e mar!Amilcare Ponchielli, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Bruno Bartoletti
Pagliacci / Act 1: "Recitar!...Vesti la giubba"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Giuseppe Patanè
Andrea Chénier / Act 4: "Come un bel dì di maggio"Umberto Giordano, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Riccardo Chailly
Aida / Act 1: "Se quel guerrier io fossi!..Celeste Aida"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, Lorin Maazel
'O sole mio (Arr. Chiaramello for Tenor & Orchestra)Eduardo di Capua, Alfredo Mazzucchi, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Giancarlo Chiaramello
Turandot, Act III: Nessun dorma!Giacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, John Alldis Choir, Wandsworth School Boys Choir, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Zubin Mehta