Experience the timeless masterpiece "Lucia di Lammermoor" by the legendary Dame Joan Sutherland, a recording that stands as a testament to her extraordinary vocal prowess and artistic brilliance. Released on December 9, 2014, under the Musical Concepts label, this opera is a quintessential addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
"Lucia di Lammermoor" is a live recording of Gaetano Donizetti's iconic opera, showcasing Sutherland's radiant, pure, and vivid vocals that have earned her a place among the greatest sopranos of all time. The album spans a generous duration of 2 hours and 26 minutes, immersing the audience in the dramatic and melodic richness of Donizetti's score.
This album features a stellar cast of supporting artists, including Tullio Serafin, Joao Gibin, John Shaw, Joseph Rouleau, and Kenneth MacDonald, each contributing to the opera's dramatic depth and musical splendor. The recording captures the essence of a live performance, bringing the opera's intense drama and soaring arias to life with unparalleled authenticity.
The tracklist is structured in a traditional operatic format, divided into acts and scenes, allowing the listener to follow the narrative arc of Lucia's tragic tale. From the hauntingly beautiful "Prelude" to the thrilling "Mad Scene," each track is a masterclass in operatic singing and storytelling.
Whether you are a seasoned opera aficionado or a curious newcomer, "Lucia di Lammermoor" by Dame Joan Sutherland offers an unforgettable journey into the world of classical opera. The album's high-quality recording and Sutherland's breathtaking vocals make it a standout addition to any music library, promising hours of captivating listening.
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Tracks
Act One, Scene OneOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi
Act One, Scene OneChorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Robert Merrill, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome
Act One, Scene OneChorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Robert Merrill, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome
Act One, Scene OneOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome
Act One, Scene OneChorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Robert Merrill
Act One, Scene TwoOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome
Act One, Scene TwoOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill
Act One, Scene TwoChorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni
Act One, Scene TwoOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill
Act One, Scene TwoOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill
Act One, Scene TwoOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni
Act One, Scene TwoChorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Kenneth Macdonald, Chorus and Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Orchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Robert Merrill, Renato Cioni
Act Two, Scene OneOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard
Act Two, Scene OneOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome
Act Two, Scene OneOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard
Act Two, Scene OneOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard
Act Two, Scene OneOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi
Act Two, Scene OneOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill
Act Two, Scene TwoOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni
Act Two, Scene TwoOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill
Act Two, Scene TwoOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni
Act Two, Scene TwoOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard
Act Three, Scene OneOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi
Act Three, Scene OneOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill
Act Three, Scene OneOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni
Act Three, Scene OneOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard
Act Three, Scene OneOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill
Act Three, Scene OneOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome
Act Three, Scene OneOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill
Act Three, Scene OneOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard
Act Three, Scene OneOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome
Act Three, Scene TwoOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard
Act Three, Scene TwoOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard
Act Three, Scene TwoOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi
Act Three, Scene TwoOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard
Act Three, Scene TwoOrchestra of the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Robert Merrill, Chorus Of The Accademia Di Santa Cecilia, Rome, Renato Cioni, Kenneth Macdonald, Sir John Pritchard, Dame Joan Sutherland, Cesare Siepi
Dame Joan Sutherland, the Australian dramatic coloratura soprano, captivated global audiences with her extraordinary vocal prowess and charismatic stage presence. Born in Sydney in 1926, Sutherland's journey began by imitating her mother's singing, eventually leading her to triumph in the Sun Aria competition. Throughout her illustrious career, she was renowned for her contributions to the bel canto repertoire, earning her the affectionate nickname "La Stupenda." Her notable roles included Norma, and her voice was often described as a celestial instrument, combining beauty and power in a way that set her apart as one of the most remarkable sopranos of the 20th century. Sutherland's legacy endures, celebrated for her unparalleled vocal technique and her ability to enchant audiences with her stunning performances.
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