Cavalli's La virtù de' strali d'Amore – A Baroque Opera Treasure on DVD

UPC: 0747313561452

Product Details:

• Format: 2 DVD Set
• Composer: Francesco Cavalli
• Title: La virtù de' strali d'Amore (The Power of Cupid's Arrows)
• Artists:Orchestra: Europa Galante
  • Caprice / Leucippe / Clarindo: Giacinta Nicotra
  • Pleasure / Clito / Rumour: Gemma Bertagnolli
  • Pallante, Prince of Thrace: Juan Sancho
  • Erabena (Eumete), Daughter of the King of Athens: Cristiana Arcari
  • Meonte: Filippo Adami
  • Cleria / Venus: Roberta Invernizzi
  • Cleandra / Amore: Monica Piccinini
  • First Sailor / Evagora / Jupiter: Marco Scavazza
  • Second Sailor / Saturn: Roberto Abbondanza
  • Ericlea / Psiche: Donatella Lombardi
  • Marte: Filippo Morace
• Conductor: Fabio Biondi
• Direction: Facoltà di Design e Arti IUAV – Venezia
• Recording: Filmed at the Teatro Malibran, Venice, Italy, on October 14, 2008
• Video Director: Davide Mancini
• Engineers: Rino Trasi, Giuseppe Famularo
• Editors: Rino Trasi, Vera Zanotti
• Producer: Alberto Dellepiane
• Language: Sung in Italian
• Subtitles: Italian and English
• Total Running Time: 150 minutes
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9
• Sound Formats: PCM Stereo, Dolby Surround 5.0, DTS Surround
• Region Code: No Region Coding (NTSC)
• Publisher: Naxos Rights International Ltd. (2011)
• Manufactured under license from Dynamic SRL

Product Features

• High-quality live recording of Cavalli's baroque masterpiece
• Stellar cast featuring renowned baroque specialists
• Conducted by acclaimed maestro Fabio Biondi
• Performed by Europa Galante, a leading baroque ensemble
• Innovative direction by Facoltà di Design e Arti IUAV – Venezia
• Includes Italian and English subtitles for enhanced understanding
• Superior audio quality with multiple surround sound formats
• Compatible with all DVD players worldwide (NTSC, no region coding)

Overview

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of baroque opera with Francesco Cavalli's La virtù de' strali d'Amore (The Power of Cupid's Arrows). This captivating production marks the beginning of Cavalli's collaboration with librettist Giovanni Faustini, resulting in a series of operas that left a significant mark on 17th-century Venetian opera.

Set against the mythical backdrop of Cyprus, the opera intertwines themes of love, magic, and divine intervention. The story unfolds through a rich tapestry of enchanted forests, pastoral scenes, and the complex interplay between mortals and gods. Cavalli, a protégé of Monteverdi, showcases his unique style that both honors his mentor's influence and highlights his own creative independence.

This DVD captures a live performance from the historic Teatro Malibran in Venice. Under the expert baton of Fabio Biondi, Europa Galante delivers an authentic and emotionally charged performance. The production is further enhanced by the innovative direction of the Facoltà di Design e Arti IUAV – Venezia, bringing a fresh visual interpretation to this timeless work.

Interesting Facts

• Historic Collaboration: This opera was the first of ten collaborations between Cavalli and Faustini, significantly impacting the development of Venetian opera.
• Cavalli's Legacy: Francesco Cavalli was one of the most influential opera composers of the 17th century, bridging the gap between Monteverdi and later baroque composers.
• Authentic Performance Practice: Europa Galante is renowned for their historically informed performances, using period instruments to recreate the soundscapes of the baroque era.
• Educational Direction: The involvement of the Facoltà di Design e Arti IUAV – Venezia brings an academic and contemporary artistic perspective to the staging.
• Teatro Malibran's Significance: This historic venue has been a cornerstone of Venetian cultural life since the 17th century, adding authenticity to the performance.

Publishers

• DVD Publisher: Naxos Rights International Ltd. (2011)
• Manufactured Under License From: Dynamic SRL
• Website: www.naxos.com

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