Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Luciano Pavarotti with "The Pavarotti Edition, Vol.6: Puccini, Mascagni, Leoncavallo." This captivating album, released in 2001 under Decca Music Group Ltd., is a masterful compilation of operatic arias that showcase Pavarotti's unparalleled vocal prowess and emotional depth. Spanning a little over an hour and seventeen minutes, the album is a journey through some of the most beloved works in the classical and opera genres, featuring compositions by Puccini, Mascagni, and Leoncavallo.
From the passionate intensity of "Cavalleria rusticana" to the romantic allure of "Manon Lescaut," and the dramatic power of "Andrea Chénier" and "Tosca," Pavarotti's performances are nothing short of extraordinary. Each track is a testament to his ability to convey a range of emotions, from tender love to profound despair. The album also includes iconic pieces from "Pagliacci," where Pavarotti's rendition of "Recitar! – Vesti la giubba" is a standout, showcasing his ability to bring raw, human emotion to the stage.
Accompanied by the London National Philharmonic Orchestra and other esteemed collaborators, Pavarotti's voice soars with clarity and precision, making this album a treasure trove for both seasoned opera enthusiasts and those new to the genre. Whether you're a long-time admirer of Pavarotti or discovering his genius for the first time, this album is a must-listen that highlights the enduring legacy of one of the greatest tenors of all time.
Cavalleria rusticana: "Viva il vino spumeggiante"Pietro Mascagni, Luciano Pavarotti, Carmen Gonzales, The London Opera Chorus, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Gianandrea Gavazzeni
Cavalleria rusticana: "A voi tutti salute"Pietro Mascagni, Luciano Pavarotti, Piero Cappuccilli, Carmen Gonzales, The London Opera Chorus, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Gianandrea Gavazzeni
Cavalleria rusticana: "Mamma, quel vino è generoso...Turiddu?! Che vuoi dire?"Pietro Mascagni, Luciano Pavarotti, Ida Bormida, Piero Cappuccilli, Julia Varady, Carmen Gonzales, The London Opera Chorus, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Gianandrea Gavazzeni
Manon Lescaut / Act 1: Ma si vi talenta...Tra voi belleGiacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, James Levine
Manon Lescaut, Act I: Cortese damigellaGiacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Mirella Freni, Dwayne Croft, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, James Levine
Manon Lescaut / Act 1: Donna non vidi maiGiacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, James Levine
Manon Lescaut, Act II: Oh, sarò la più bella! – Tu, tu, amore? Tu?Giacomo Puccini, Mirella Freni, Luciano Pavarotti, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, James Levine
Manon Lescaut, Act III: Presto! In fila! – No! Pazzo son!Giacomo Puccini, James Courtney, Luciano Pavarotti, Federico Davia, Metropolitan Opera Chorus, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, James Levine
Pagliacci, Act I: Recitar! – Vesti la giubbaRuggero Leoncavallo, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Giuseppe Patanè
Pagliacci / Act 2: "No, Pagliaccio non son...Suvvia, cosi terribile"Ruggero Leoncavallo, Luciano Pavarotti, Ingvar Wixell, Mirella Freni, Lorenzo Saccomani, Vincenzo Bello, The London Opera Chorus, Finchley Children's Music Group, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Giuseppe Patanè
Andrea Chénier / Act 1: "Colpito qui m'avete ... Un dì all'azzura spazio"Umberto Giordano, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Riccardo Chailly
Andrea Chénier / Act 3: Sì, fui soldato .. Passa la vita miaUmberto Giordano, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Riccardo Chailly
Andrea Chénier / Act 4: "Come un bel dì di maggio"Umberto Giordano, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Riccardo Chailly
Andrea Chénier / Act 4: Vicino a teUmberto Giordano, Montserrat Caballé, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Riccardo Chailly
Andrea Chénier / Act 4: La nostra morte è il trionfo dell'amorUmberto Giordano, Montserrat Caballé, Luciano Pavarotti, Giuseppe Morresi, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Riccardo Chailly
Tosca, Act I: Mario! Mario! Mario! – Non la sospiri la nostra casettaGiacomo Puccini, Mirella Freni, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
Tosca, Act I: Or lasciami al lavoro – Qual occhio al mondoGiacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, Mirella Freni, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno
Tosca, Act III: E lucevan le stelleGiacomo Puccini, Luciano Pavarotti, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Nicola Rescigno