Immerse yourself in the timeless mastery of Giuseppe Verdi with "The Pavarotti Edition, Vol.3: Verdi," a captivating collection of operatic brilliance performed by the legendary Luciano Pavarotti. Released on January 1, 2001, under Decca Music Group Ltd., this album is a treasure trove of Verdi's most celebrated works, spanning iconic operas such as "Macbeth," "Luisa Miller," "Rigoletto," "Il Trovatore," and "La traviata." With a runtime of 1 hour and 19 minutes, this compilation offers a rich tapestry of Verdi's compositions, showcasing Pavarotti's unparalleled vocal prowess and emotional depth.
The album features 24 tracks, each a gem in its own right. From the haunting melodies of "Macbeth" to the passionate arias of "Rigoletto" and the lyrical beauty of "La traviata," Pavarotti's renditions are nothing short of extraordinary. The inclusion of pieces like "Questa o quella" from "Rigoletto" and "Libiamo ne'lieti calici" from "La traviata" highlights the versatility and range of both Verdi's compositions and Pavarotti's extraordinary talent.
Accompanied by esteemed orchestras and choirs, including the Orchestra del Teatro alla Scala di Milano and the Coro del Teatro alla Scala di Milano, this album is a testament to the enduring legacy of Verdi's music and Pavarotti's artistry. Whether you are a seasoned opera enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "The Pavarotti Edition, Vol.3: Verdi" is an essential addition to your classical music library, offering a profound and enriching listening experience.
Macbeth - Revised version 1865 / Act 4: "O figli...Ah, la paterna mano"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
Macbeth - Revised version 1865 / Act 4: "Dove siam?"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Ricardo Cassinelli, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Lamberto Gardelli
Luisa Miller / Act 2: Il foglio dunque? ... Io tutto già vi narraiGiuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Fernando Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Peter Maag
Luisa Miller / Act 2: Quando le sere al placido chiaror d'un ciel stellatoGiuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Peter Maag
Luisa Miller / Act 3: M'ardon le veneGiuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Montserrat Caballé, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Peter Maag
Rigoletto / Act 1: "Questa o quella"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Rigoletto / Act 2: Scena ed Aria. "Ella mi fu rapita"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Rigoletto / Act 2: "Parmi veder le lagrime"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Rigoletto / Act 2: "Duca, duca!"..."Scorrendo uniti"Giuseppe Verdi, Christian Du Plessis, John Gibbs, Ricardo Cassinelli, Luciano Pavarotti, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Rigoletto / Act 2: "Possente amor"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Ambrosian Opera Chorus, 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
Rigoletto / Act 3: "Un dì, se ben rammentomi"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Dame Joan Sutherland, Huguette Tourangeau, Sherrill Milnes, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Rigoletto / Act 3: "Bella figlia dell'amore"Giuseppe Verdi, Sherrill Milnes, Huguette Tourangeau, Dame Joan Sutherland, Luciano Pavarotti, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Il Trovatore / Act 3: "Quale d'armi fragor"Giuseppe Verdi, Dame Joan Sutherland, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Il Trovatore / Act 3: "Ah sì ben mio"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Il Trovatore / Act 3: "L'onda de'suoni mistici" - "Manrico!"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Dame Joan Sutherland, Graham Clark, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Il Trovatore / Act 3: "Di quella pira"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Il Trovatore / Act 4: "Miserere d'un'alma"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Dame Joan Sutherland, The London Opera Chorus, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
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
La traviata / Act 2: "Lunge da lei...De' miei bollenti spiriti"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
La traviata / Act 2: "Annina, donde vieni?" - "Oh mio rimorso!"Giuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Marjon Lambriks, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
La traviata / Act III: Parigi, o cara, noi lasceremoGiuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Dame Joan Sutherland, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Richard Bonynge
Les vêpres siciliennes: A toi que j'ai chérieGiuseppe Verdi, Luciano Pavarotti, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala, Milano, Claudio Abbado