Bel Canto - Giordano, Puccini, Verdi - Gianni Maffeo, Edy Amedeo (soprano) / Supraphon LP Mono 1967 

SUA 10886

Details:

• Label: Supraphon – SUA 10886
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Mono
• Country: Czechoslovakia
• Released: 1967
• Genre: Classical

Tracklist:

Side A

1. Compiancente A Colloquii (Andrea Chenier) - Umberto Giordano
2. Nemico Della Patria (Andrea Chenier) - Umberto Giordano
3. Minnie, Dalla Mia Casa (La Fanciulla Del West) - Giacomo Puccini

Side B

1. Sola, Perduta, Abbandonata (Manon Lescaut) - Giacomo Puccini
2. Oh! De Verd'anni Miei (Ernani) - Giuseppe Verdi
3. Lauretta's Aria (Gianni Schicchi) - Giacomo Puccini
4. Alla Vita Che T'arride (Un Ballo In Maschera) - Giuseppe Verdi
5. Un Bel di Vedremo (Madama Butterfly) - Giacomo Puccini

Overview:

Experience the essence of bel canto with this enchanting LP featuring the sublime performances of Gianni Maffeo and Edy Amedeo. From the passionate arias of Umberto Giordano's Andrea Chenier to the poignant melodies of Giuseppe Verdi's Un Ballo In Maschera, this album captures the beauty and drama of Italian opera at its finest.

Key Credits:

• Baritone Vocals: Gianni Maffeo
• Soprano Vocals: Edy Amedeo
• Conductor: Jaroslav Vogel
• Orchestra: Orchestr Národního Divadla

Interesting Facts:

• Bel Canto Tradition: Bel canto, meaning "beautiful singing" in Italian, refers to a style of operatic singing characterized by smooth, lyrical melodies and expressive vocal technique.
• Opera Highlights: The tracklist includes iconic arias from masterpieces such as Andrea Chenier, La Fanciulla Del West, Manon Lescaut, Ernani, Gianni Schicchi, and Madama Butterfly.
• Vintage Recording: Recorded in 1967, this LP preserves the timeless artistry of Maffeo and Amedeo, accompanied by the distinguished Orchestra of the National Theatre.

BOX #64