Description
Bizet: Carmen (Részletek = Excerpts) / Qualiton LP Stereo, Mono
LPX 1269
Product Features
- Label: Qualiton – LPX 1269
- Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo, Mono
- Country: Hungary
- Genre: Classical
- Style: Romantic, Opera
Overview
This Qualiton LP features excerpts from Georges Bizet's timeless opera, "Carmen," performed by a stellar cast including Komlóssy Erszébet, Szőnyi Ferenc, and László Margit. Under the direction of conductor János Ferencsik, the Magyar Állami Operaház Zenekara (Hungarian State Opera Orchestra) delivers a powerful and evocative interpretation of Bizet's masterpiece. The album includes key arias and ensembles, capturing the drama and passion of this iconic work.
Interesting Facts
- Georges Bizet: A French composer best known for his opera "Carmen," which is now one of the most popular and frequently performed operas worldwide.
- Komlóssy Erszébet: A celebrated Hungarian mezzo-soprano renowned for her interpretations of dramatic roles, particularly Carmen.
- János Ferencsik: A prominent Hungarian conductor who led many of Hungary's top orchestras and was known for his interpretations of both Hungarian and international repertoire.
- Magyar Állami Operaház: The Hungarian State Opera House is one of the most important cultural institutions in Hungary, known for its rich history and high-caliber performances.
Track Listing
Side A:
- Előjáték
- Habanéra
- Kettős Az I. Felvonásból
- Seguiditta
- Torreador Dal
- Quintett A II. Felvonásból
Side B:
- Virágária
- Tercett És Kártyaária A III. Felvonásból
- Recitativo És Ária A III. Felvonásból
- A IV. Felvonás Előjátéka
- A IV. Felvonás Fináléja
Key Credits
- Baritone Vocals: Jámbor László
- Chorus: Magyar Állami Operaház Ének
- Chorus Master: László Pless
- Composed By: Georges Bizet
- Conductor: János Ferencsik
- Countertenor Vocals: Ferenc Szőnyi
- Design: Irma Janáky
- Engineer [Recording]: László Csintalan
- Liner Notes: Várnai Péter
- Mezzo-soprano Vocals: Erzsébet Komlóssy
- Orchestra: Magyar Állami Operaház Zenekara
- Producer [Music]: János Mátyás
- Soprano Vocals: Eszter Kovács, Karola Ágay, Margit László
- Tenor Vocals: Árpád Kishegyi, Sándor Palcsó
BOX #58
