Arrigo Boito: Mefistofeles - Nicolaj Ghiaurov, Luciano Pavarotti / Supraphon 3x LP, Stereo 1986

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Product Features

• 3 x Vinyl, LP, Stereo, Box Set
• Label: Supraphon
• Country: Czechoslovakia
• Released: 1986
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Romantic, Opera

Overview

This 3-LP box set presents a stunning performance of Arrigo Boito's opera "Mefistofeles," conducted by Oliviero de Fabritiis. The album features a talented cast of vocalists, including Nicolai Ghiaurov, Luciano Pavarotti, Mirella Freni, Montserrat Caballé, and others.

Interesting Facts

• "Mefistofeles" is an Italian opera, first performed in 1868.
• Arrigo Boito was an Italian composer and librettist known for his contributions to the development of Italian opera.
• Oliviero de Fabritiis was an Italian conductor known for his interpretations of opera and classical music.
• The National Philharmonic Orchestra was a renowned ensemble in the classical music scene.

Track Listing

Side A

1. Prologo In Cielo - 25:18
2. Atto Primo : La Domenica Di Pasqua - 24:24
3. Conclusion - 5:09
4. Atto Secondo : Il Giardino - 12:07
5. La Notte Del Sabba - 2:54 Side C
6. Conclusion - 16:57
7. Atto Terzo: La Morte Di Margherita - 7:47
8. Conclusion - 13:58
9. Atto Quarto: La Notte Del Sabba Classico - 12:58
10. Conclusion - 10:26
11. Epilogo - 13:40

Key Credits

• Composer: Arrigo Boito
• Conductor: Oliviero de Fabritiis
• Orchestra: National Philharmonic Orchestra
• Choir: London Opera Chorus, Trinity Boys Choir
• Chorus Master: David Squibb, Terry Edwards
• Vocalists: Nicolai Ghiaurov, Luciano Pavarotti, Mirella Freni, Montserrat Caballé, Nucci Condò, Piero de Palma, Robin Leggate

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