Description

Arrigo Boito – Mefistofele (2 Audio CD Set)

Product Information

Title: Mefistofele
Composer & Librettist: Arrigo Boito (1842–1918)
Format: 2 CD Set (Digital Restoration)
Label: Urania Records (Mangoni Editure)
Catalog Number: WS 121.290-2
UPC: 8051773572906
Recording Details: Manufactured in: Italy (by Replic Disk, Urmate Velate)
- Recorded in Torino by RAI Torino, 1954
- Restored and reissued in 2016

Overview

Mefistofele is Arrigo Boito’s monumental opera in a prologue, four acts, and an epilogue – set to his own libretto, Mefistofele. This restored recording, originally captured in 1954 by RAI Torino, presents one of the great works of Italian opera with a distinguished cast and the renowned Orchestra Sinfonica di Torino della RAI. With Urania Records’ careful digital restoration, this edition preserves the historical essence of the performance while delivering modern audio clarity.

French Translation – Overview (Vue d'ensemble) :
Mefistofele est l'opéra monumental d'Arrigo Boito, composé en un prologue, quatre actes et un épilogue, sur son propre livret Mefistofele. Cet enregistrement restauré, initialement capturé en 1954 par RAI Torino, présente l'une des grandes œuvres de l'opéra italien avec un casting distingué et l'Orchestre Sinfonica di Torino della RAI. Grâce à la restauration numérique soignée par Urania Records, cette édition préserve l'essence historique de la performance tout en offrant une clarté sonore moderne.

Product Features

Restored Historical Recording:
- Originally recorded in 1954, this edition has been digitally restored to reveal every nuance of the performance.
Complete Opera Presentation:
- The opera is presented in its entirety – from the prologue to the epilogue – showcasing Boito’s dramatic and musical genius.
Distinguished Cast & Orchestra:
- Giulio Neri as Faust
- Ferruccio Tagliavini as Margherita
- Marcella Pobbe as Marta
- Ebe Ticozzi as Wagner/Nereo
- Armando Benzi as Elena
- Disma De Cecco as Pantalis
- Ede Marietti Gandolfo in a featured role
- Orchestra Sinfonica di Torino della RAI
- Coro del Teatro Regio di Torino
- Conducted by Angelo Questa
Packaging & Liner Notes:
- The CD booklet contains detailed information in both French and German, providing historical context and performance insights.

Interesting Facts

Artistic Legacy:
- Arrigo Boito is celebrated not only as a composer but also as a librettist whose work has had a lasting influence on Italian opera.
Historical Importance:
- This recording is a significant document of post-war Italian opera performance, capturing the artistry of a bygone era with modern restoration techniques.
Restoration Excellence:
- Urania Records has ensured that this reissue honors the original performance’s spirit while delivering a pristine listening experience for contemporary audiences.

Track Listing

(The opera is structured in multiple sections spanning a prologue, four acts, and an epilogue. For a detailed breakdown, please refer to the booklet accompanying the CD set.)

Publishers & Credits

Label: Urania Records (Mangoni Editure)
Production: Restored and produced in 2016
Original Recording: RAI Torino, 1954
Manufacturing: Replic Disk, Urmate Velate, Italy
Legal Notice: Unauthorized copying, public performance, and broadcasting are strictly prohibited.

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