The Essential Puccini

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Album Details

Dive into the enchanting world of Giacomo Puccini with "The Essential Puccini," a captivating collection of his most beloved operatic arias and orchestral pieces. Released on October 13, 2025, under the Naxos Special Projects label, this album spans a rich two hours and eight minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through Puccini's timeless compositions. From the soaring passion of "Nessun dorma" to the tender melancholy of "O mio babbino caro," this album showcases the emotional depth and musical brilliance that have made Puccini a cornerstone of classical music. Featuring iconic works from operas like "Turandot," "La Bohème," and "Madama Butterfly," "The Essential Puccini" is a celebration of the composer's enduring legacy. Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises an unforgettable experience, highlighting Puccini's unparalleled ability to blend heartfelt storytelling with breathtaking melodies.

October 13, 20252025 Naxos Records2025 Naxos Records

Tracks

Turandot, Act III Scene 1: Nessun dormaGiacomo Puccini, Thomas Harper, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Michael Halasz
3:05
O mio babbino caroGiacomo Puccini, Miriam Gauci, Brussels Philharmonic, Ali Rahbari
2:26
E lucevan le stelleGiacomo Puccini, Thomas Harper, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Michael Halasz
3:08
Un bel di, vedremoGiacomo Puccini, Miriam Gauci, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ali Rahbari
4:36
Senza mammaGiacomo Puccini, Maria Luigia Borsi, London Symphony Orchestra, Yves Abel
4:41
La TregendaGiacomo Puccini, CSR Symphony Orchestra, Bratislava, Ondrej Lenard
3:49
Che gelida maninaGiacomo Puccini, Jonathan Welch, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Will Humburg
4:23
Donna non vidi mai simile a questa!Giacomo Puccini, Thomas Harper, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Michael Halasz
2:27
Agnus DeiGiacomo Puccini, Gunnar Lundberg, Antonello Palombi, Hungarian Radio Chorus, Hungarian Operetta Orchestra, Pier Giorgio Morandi
2:32
Signore, ascoltaGiacomo Puccini, Luba Orgonasova, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Will Humburg
2:34
Recondita armoniaGiacomo Puccini, Thomas Harper, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Michael Halasz
2:38
Humming ChorusGiacomo Puccini, Ali Rahbari, Slovak Philharmonic Choir, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra
2:50
O soave fanciullaGiacomo Puccini, Luba Orgonasova, Jonathan Welch, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Will Humburg
3:42
Sogno d'orGiacomo Puccini, Krassimira Stoyanova, Maria Prinz
1:10
Ch'ella mi credaGiacomo Puccini, Thomas Harper, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Michael Halasz
1:57
Sola, perduta, abbandonataGiacomo Puccini, Julia Varady, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Marcello Viotti
5:07
Vissi d'arteGiacomo Puccini, Adrianne Pieczonka, Munich Radio Orchestra, Dan Ettinger
3:11
CrisantemiGiacomo Puccini, Arabella Quartet
5:28
Chi il bel sogno di DorettaGiacomo Puccini, Luba Orgonasova, Bratislava CSR Symphony Orchestra, Will Humburg
2:57
Ave Maria, Ave MariaGiacomo Puccini, Kristine Opolais, Bonn Theater Children's Choir, WDR Rundfunkchor Köln, WDR Sinfonieorchester Köln, Andris Nelsons
3:20
Tu che di gel sei cintaGiacomo Puccini, Luba Orgonasova, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Will Humburg
2:22
Addio, fiorito asilGiacomo Puccini, Azer Zada, Kiev Virtuosi Symphony Orchestra, Dmitry Yablonsky
1:53
Mì chiamano MimìGiacomo Puccini, Luba Orgonasova, Jonathan Welch, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Will Humburg
4:33
IntermezzoGiacomo Puccini, Brussels Philharmonic, Ali Rahbari
5:55
Salve ReginaGiacomo Puccini, Christine Brewer, Paul Jacobs
4:14
Se come voi piccina io fossi [Anna]Giacomo Puccini, Miriam Gauci, Brussels Philharmonic, Ali Rahbari
5:38
Introduction (Live)Giacomo Puccini, Orchestra del Teatro di San Carlo, Juraj Valcuha
1:07
Non piangere, Liù!Giacomo Puccini, Azer Zada, Kiev Virtuosi Symphony Orchestra, Dmitry Yablonsky
2:27
RequiemGiacomo Puccini, Vasari Singers, Jon Thorne, William Nicholson, Jeremy Backhouse
5:32
Vogliatemi bene (Mona Lisa)Giacomo Puccini, Miriam Gauci, Slovak Philharmonic Chorus, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Ali Rahbari
7:30
PreludeGiacomo Puccini, CSR Symphony Orchestra, Bratislava, Ondrej Lenard
3:24
In quelle trine morbide (Manon Lescaut)Giacomo Puccini, Miriam Gauci, Brussels Philharmonic, Ali Rahbari
2:39
Quando m'en vo' soletta, "Musetta's Waltz"Giacomo Puccini, Luba Orgonasova, Carmen Gonzales, Jonathan Welch, Fabio Previati, Boaz Senator, Ivan Urbas, Jiri Sulzenko, Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, Will Humburg
4:44
Preludio SinfonicoGiacomo Puccini, Hungarian Operetta Orchestra, Pier Giorgio Morandi
9:56

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About Giacomo Puccini

Giacomo Puccini, born in the charming town of Lucca in 1858, is celebrated as one of the most renowned composers in the history of opera. Hailing from a family of musicians, Puccini's early works were steeped in the romantic traditions of Italian opera, but he soon became a leading figure in the verismo style, known for its gritty realism and emotional intensity. His operas, including the beloved "La Bohème," "Tosca," "Madama Butterfly," and the unfinished "Turandot," are renowned for their dramatic plots and deeply moving music. Puccini's untimely death in 1924 left the world in shock, but his legacy endures, with his works remaining staples of the operatic repertoire. His compositions continue to captivate audiences worldwide, showcasing his unparalleled ability to blend passion, drama, and musical innovation.