Cecilia Bartoli & Nikolaus Harnoncourt: Cecilia Sings Mozart – Mozart Arias & Symphony 38 "Prague" DVD

UPC: 809478000204

Product Features

• Title: Cecilia Sings Mozart – Mozart Arias & Symphony 38 "Prague"
• Artist: Cecilia Bartoli (Mezzo-Soprano)
• Conductor: Nikolaus Harnoncourt
• Orchestra: Concentus Musicus Wien
• Composers: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
• Recorded Live: Graz, Austria
• Directed by: Brian Large
• Television Producers: Hans Petri & Hazel Wright
• Running Time: Approx. 120 minutes
• Format: DVD, PAL, Double Layer
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Anamorphic
• Audio Formats: PCM Stereo
• Subtitles: English, German
• Region Code: All Regions
• Label: Opus Arte, BBC

Overview

This remarkable DVD captures the stunning performance of Cecilia Bartoli, one of the most acclaimed mezzo-sopranos of her generation, as she brings to life the arias of Mozart with Nikolaus Harnoncourt conducting the Concentus Musicus Wien. Recorded live in Graz, Austria, Bartoli's passionate interpretations of Mozart’s arias, paired with Harnoncourt’s historically informed approach, make this a landmark recording.

The program includes some of Mozart's most beloved arias, such as "Un moto di gioia mi sento" and "Bella mia fiamma, addio", as well as the celebrated Symphony No. 38 "Prague" in D major, K. 504. Harnoncourt’s direction, with his emphasis on period instruments, adds a unique touch to the performance, offering fresh insights into Mozart’s genius.

This DVD also features extra content, including behind-the-scenes footage, rehearsal sessions where Bartoli and Harnoncourt discuss and work on the music, as well as a production diary documenting the camera team’s preparations for the concert.

Repertoire

• Mozart Arias:Symphony No. 38 in D major, K. 504 "Prague"
  • "Vorrei spiegarvi, oh Dio" K. 418
  • "Un moto di gioia mi sento" K. 579
  • "Vado, ma dove?" K. 583
  • "Bella mia fiamma, addio" K. 528
  • "Giunse alfin il momento" / "Deh vieni, non tardar" from Le nozze di Figaro

Interesting Facts

• Cecilia Bartoli, known for her remarkable technical skill and expressiveness, has been a prominent interpreter of Mozart throughout her career. This performance is a testament to her deep connection to the composer’s work.
• Nikolaus Harnoncourt, a pioneer of historically informed performance, brings his signature period-style interpretation to the concert, leading the Concentus Musicus Wien, one of the leading orchestras specializing in early music.
• The DVD includes behind-the-scenes footage, giving viewers an intimate look at the rehearsal process and the collaboration between Bartoli and Harnoncourt.
• Mozart's Symphony No. 38, also known as the "Prague Symphony," was first performed in 1787 in Prague and is famous for its grandeur and complex orchestration.

Publishers

• Label: Opus Arte, BBC
• Production: Opus Arte 2003, Styriarte Festival

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