Plácido Domingo, the legendary Spanish tenor, conductor, and arts administrator, presents his latest album "Great Works," a magnificent compilation of his most iconic performances. Released on March 5, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, this album is a testament to Domingo's extraordinary career and his unparalleled contribution to the world of opera and classical music.
Spanning a remarkable 2 hours and 56 minutes, "Great Works" features a diverse selection of arias and scenes from some of the most celebrated operas in history. From the passionate "Nessun dorma" from Turandot to the heart-wrenching "E lucevan le stelle" from Tosca, Domingo's powerful vocals and emotional depth bring each piece to life. The album also includes beloved songs like "Granada," "Júrame," and "Siboney," showcasing Domingo's versatility and his ability to captivate audiences with his rich, resonant voice.
In addition to his operatic prowess, Domingo's album highlights his charisma and stage presence, with live performances that demonstrate his ability to connect with audiences on a profound level. The inclusion of pieces like "La fleur que tu m'avais jetée" from Carmen and "Vesti la giubba" from Pagliacci underscores his mastery of both dramatic and lyrical roles.
"Great Works" is not just a collection of songs; it is a celebration of Plácido Domingo's enduring legacy. Whether you are a longtime fan or a newcomer to his music, this album offers a comprehensive overview of his artistry and the reasons why he is considered one of the greatest tenors of all time. With its rich variety of pieces and Domingo's unmistakable vocal brilliance, "Great Works" is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates the timeless beauty of opera and classical music.
La traviata, Act I: Libiamo ne' lieti calici "Brindisi"Giuseppe Verdi, Ileana Cotrubas, Plácido Domingo, Chor der Bayerischen Staatsoper München, Bayerisches Staatsorchester, Carlos Kleiber
Turandot / Act 3: "Nessun dorma!" - LiveGiacomo Puccini, José Carreras, Plácido Domingo, Luciano Pavarotti, Orchestra Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma, Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Zubin Mehta
"Granada"Agustín Lara, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Marcel Peeters
La tabernera del puerto / Act 2: "No puede ser" - LivePablo Sorozábal, Plácido Domingo, Orchestra Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma, Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Zubin Mehta
Das Land des Lächelns / Act 2: "Dein ist mein ganzes Herz" (Orch. Klickmann) - LiveFranz Lehár, Plácido Domingo, Orchestra Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma, Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Zubin Mehta
Tosca, SC 69 / Act 3: "E lucevan le stelle" - LiveGiacomo Puccini, Plácido Domingo, Orchestra Del Teatro Dell'Opera Di Roma, Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Zubin Mehta
La traviata, Act I: Un dì felice, etereaGiuseppe Verdi, Ileana Cotrubas, Plácido Domingo, Bayerisches Staatsorchester, Carlos Kleiber
Rigoletto / Act III: La donna è mobileGiuseppe Verdi, Plácido Domingo, Wiener Philharmoniker, Carlo Maria Giulini
La traviata, Act II: Lunge da lei - De' miei bollenti spiritiGiuseppe Verdi, Plácido Domingo, Bayerisches Staatsorchester, Carlos Kleiber
Il barbiere di Siviglia, Act I: No. 2, Aria. Largo al factotumGioachino Rossini, Plácido Domingo, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Claudio Abbado
Il trovatore, Act III: Di quella piraGiuseppe Verdi, Rosalind Plowright, Plácido Domingo, Walter Gullino, Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, Carlo Maria Giulini, Coro dell'Accademia Nazionale Di Santa Cecilia
La Fanciulla del West / Act 3: "Ch'ella mi creda libero e lontano"Giacomo Puccini, Plácido Domingo, Sherrill Milnes, Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Zubin Mehta, Chorus of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden
Pagliacci / Act 1: "Vesti la giubba"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Plácido Domingo, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, Georges Prêtre
Carmen / Act 2: "La fleur que tu m'avais jetée" - ExtractGeorges Bizet, Plácido Domingo, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Georg Solti
Manon Lescaut / Act I: "Donna non vidi mai"Giacomo Puccini, Plácido Domingo, Philharmonia Orchestra, Giuseppe Sinopoli
Nabucco / Act II: Che si vuol? / Il maledetto non ha fratelliGiuseppe Verdi, Plácido Domingo, Orchester der Deutschen Oper Berlin, Giuseppe Sinopoli, Chor der Deutschen Oper Berlin
JúrameMaría Grever, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Marcel Peeters
"Siboney"Ernesto Lecuona, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Karl-Heinz Loges
"Amapola"Joseph Maria Lacalle, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Karl-Heinz Loges
L'elisir d'amore / Act 2: "Una furtiva lagrima"Gaetano Donizetti, Plácido Domingo, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Carlo Maria Giulini
Aida, Act I: Se quel guerrier io fossi! - Celeste AidaGiuseppe Verdi, Plácido Domingo, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Melodrama. Repos! ... Une jolie filleGeorges Bizet, Robert Lloyd, Stuart Harling, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Dialogue. Dites-moi, brigadierGeorges Bizet, Robert Lloyd, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Carmen, sur tes pasGeorges Bizet, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Monsieur le brigadier?... Duet: "Parle-moi de ma mère!"Georges Bizet, Ileana Cotrubas, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Duet. Votre mère avec moi sortait de la chapelleGeorges Bizet, Ileana Cotrubas, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Duet. Ma mère, je la voisGeorges Bizet, Plácido Domingo, Ileana Cotrubas, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Que son fils l'aime et la vénère... Eh bien, eh bien!Georges Bizet, Plácido Domingo, Ileana Cotrubas, Robert Lloyd, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Voyons, brigadier... Tra la la laGeorges Bizet, Robert Lloyd, Plácido Domingo, Teresa Berganza, Richard Amner, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Seguidilla. Près des remparts de SévilleGeorges Bizet, Teresa Berganza, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act I: Le lieutenant! Prenez garde!Georges Bizet, Plácido Domingo, Robert Lloyd, Teresa Berganza, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: Halte-là! Qui va là?Georges Bizet, Gordon Sandison, Geoffrey Pogson, Yvonne Kenny, Alicia Nafé, Teresa Berganza, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: Je vais danser en votre honneurGeorges Bizet, Teresa Berganza, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: La fleur que tu m'avais jetée "Flower Song"Georges Bizet, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: Non, tu ne m'aimes pas!Georges Bizet, Teresa Berganza, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act II: Holà! Carmen! Holà!Georges Bizet, Robert Lloyd, Plácido Domingo, Teresa Berganza, Gordon Sandison, Geoffrey Pogson, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act III: Sextet and Chorus. Écoute, compagnons, écouteGeorges Bizet, Yvonne Kenny, Alicia Nafé, Teresa Berganza, Plácido Domingo, Gordon Sandison, Geoffrey Pogson, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act III: Halte! nous allons nous arrêter ici!Georges Bizet, Gordon Sandison, Geoffrey Pogson, Plácido Domingo, Teresa Berganza, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act III: Duet. Je suis EscamilloGeorges Bizet, Ileana Cotrubas, Sherrill Milnes, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado
Carmen, WD 31, Act III: Holà, holà José!Georges Bizet, Teresa Berganza, Sherrill Milnes, Gordon Sandison, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act III: Halte! quelqu'un est là qui cherche à se cacherGeorges Bizet, Geoffrey Pogson, Teresa Berganza, Gordon Sandison, Plácido Domingo, Ileana Cotrubas, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers, John McCarthy
Carmen, WD 31, Act IV: Duet and Final Chorus. C'est toi!Georges Bizet, Teresa Berganza, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Claudio Abbado, Ambrosian Singers
Lucia di Lammermoor - After Walter Scott / Act I: "Egli s'avanza"Gaetano Donizetti, Cheryl Studer, Jennifer Larmore, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Ion Marin
Lucia di Lammermoor - After Walter Scott / Act I: "Sulla tomba che rinserra" - "Verranno a te sull'aure"Gaetano Donizetti, Cheryl Studer, Plácido Domingo, London Symphony Orchestra, Ion Marin
Lucia di Lammermoor / Act 1: "Chi mi frena in tal momento"Gaetano Donizetti, Cheryl Studer, Jennifer Larmore, Plácido Domingo, Fernando De La Mora, Juan Pons, Samuel Ramey, London Symphony Orchestra, Ion Marin
Lucia di Lammermoor - After Walter Scott / Act I: "T'allontana sciagurato"Gaetano Donizetti, Cheryl Studer, Jennifer Larmore, Plácido Domingo, Fernando De La Mora, Juan Pons, Samuel Ramey, London Symphony Orchestra, Ion Marin, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, John McCarthy
Lucia di Lammermoor - After Walter Scott / Act II: "Orrida è questa notte" (Act II)Gaetano Donizetti, Plácido Domingo, Juan Pons, London Symphony Orchestra, Ion Marin
Plácido Domingo is a legendary figure in the world of opera, renowned for his extraordinary versatility and profound impact on the genre. Born in Madrid in 1941, Domingo has captivated audiences for over half a century with his powerful performances and extensive repertoire, which spans more than 150 roles. Initially celebrated as a lirico-spinto tenor, he is particularly admired for his portrayals of Cavaradossi, Hoffmann, Don José, and Canio. As his career evolved, Domingo seamlessly transitioned into dramatic roles, becoming one of the most acclaimed Otellos of his generation, and later, into baritone parts, notably Simon Boccanegra. His linguistic prowess allows him to sing in Italian, French, German, Spanish, English, and Russian, making him a truly global artist. Beyond his singing, Domingo is also a distinguished conductor and arts administrator, leaving an indelible mark on the opera world. His discography boasts over a hundred complete operas, showcasing his immense talent and dedication to his craft.