Buckle up for an exhilarating journey through the night with RR's "Night Driving? Opera Will Keep You Awake!" This isn't your typical late-night driving playlist. Instead, RR has curated a unique blend of opera arias and classical pieces, interspersed with unexpected genres like dancehall and drill, creating an eclectic soundscape that's sure to keep you engaged and alert.
The album kicks off with a haunting aria from Jules Massenet's "Hérodiade," setting the tone for the evening. From there, RR takes you on a rollercoaster ride through the operatic repertoire, featuring iconic works by Giuseppe Verdi, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and Modest Mussorgsky, among others. Each track is a masterclass in vocal prowess and musical storytelling, showcasing the incredible range and depth of the human voice.
But RR doesn't stop at the classics. The album is punctuated with unexpected twists and turns, as dancehall and drill beats seamlessly blend with the operatic arias. This fusion of genres creates a unique and captivating listening experience that's sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.
At nearly two hours long, "Night Driving? Opera Will Keep You Awake!" is the perfect companion for those long, sleepless nights. Whether you're a seasoned opera buff or a curious newcomer, this album is sure to expand your musical horizons and keep you awake and alert. So, turn up the volume, roll down the windows, and let RR's unique blend of opera and urban music be your guide through the night.
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Tracks
Hérodiade: Hérodiade, Act II: Vision fugitiveJules Massenet, RR, Lawrence Tibbett
Falstaff: Falstaff, Act I: Honor MonologueGiuseppe Verdi, RR, Lawrence Tibbett
Andrea Chénier: Andrea Chénier, Act III: Nemico della PatriaUmberto Giordano, RR, Lawrence Tibbett
Falstaff: Falstaff, Act II, Scene 1: Ford's MonologueGiuseppe Verdi, RR, Lawrence Tibbett
Rigoletto: Rigoletto, Act I, Scene 2: Pari siamo!Giuseppe Verdi, RR, Lawrence Tibbett
Falstaff: Falstaff, Act II, Scene 2: Quand ero PaggioGiuseppe Verdi, RR, Lawrence Tibbett
Don Giovanni: Don Giovanni, Act I, Scene 5: Madamina, il catalogo è questoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Lawrence Tibbett
Boris Godunov: Boris Godunov: Act I, 2Modest Mussorgsky, RR, Bolshoi Theatre Symphony Orchestra, Bolshoi Theatre Choir, Mark Ermler
Boris Godunov: Boris Godunov: Act III, Scene 1Modest Mussorgsky, RR, Bolshoi Theatre Symphony Orchestra, Bolshoi Theatre Choir, Mark Ermler
Four Portraits and a Dėnouement from the Gambler, Op. 49: Four Portraits and a Dėnouement from the Gambler, Op. 49: III. GeneralSergei Prokofiev, RR, Moscow RTV Symphony Orchestra, Guennadi Rosdhestvenski
Four Portraits and a Dėnouement from the Gambler, Op. 49: Four Portraits and a Dėnouement from the Gambler, Op. 49: V. DėnouementSergei Prokofiev, RR, Moscow RTV Symphony Orchestra, Guennadi Rosdhestvenski
The Impresario, K. 486: The Impresario, K. 486: OvertureWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: Una bella serenataWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: La mia Dorabella capace non eWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: Vorrei dir e cor non hoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: in uomini, in soldatiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: Smanie implacabiliWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: Rivolgete a lui lo guardoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: E voi ridete?Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: Temerari... Come scoglioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: Una donna a quindici anniWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: Un´aura amorosaWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: È amore un ladroncellWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi
Così fan tutte, K. 588: Così fan tutte, K. 588: Donne mie, la fate a tantiWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, RR, Opera Orchestra Bratislava, Oliver von Dohnanyi