Dame Kiri Te Kanawa: A Portrait with Concert Special

UPC 4006680102269

Product Features

• Title: Dame Kiri Te Kanawa: A Portrait (Including Concert Special)
• Featuring: Dame Kiri Te Kanawa
• Special Participation: Sir Georg Solti, Stephen Barlow, Jeffrey Tate, John Hopkins
• Orchestras: New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, The Royal Opera House Orchestra, The Orchestra of the Vienna Philharmonic
• Edited and Narrated by: Melvyn Bragg
• Special Thanks to: Vera Rozsa
• Running Time: 157 minutes (Portrait: 105 min, Concert: 52 min)
• Format: DVD, PAL, Dual Layer Format
• Region Code: 2, 5
• Sound Format: PCM Stereo
• Picture Format: 4:3
• Menu Languages: GB, DE, FR, SP
• Subtitle Languages: GB, DE, FR, SP

Overview

Explore the enchanting journey of Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, the world-renowned opera star with a unique part-Maori heritage. Through a collection of deep interviews, concert excerpts, opera performances, and rehearsals, this DVD offers an intimate glimpse into Te Kanawa's illustrious career and personal life. Narrated by Melvyn Bragg, this definitive profile highlights the soprano's rise to fame, her significant performances, and her contribution to the world of opera.

Interesting Facts

• Operatic Fairytale: Dame Kiri Te Kanawa's story is a testament to her groundbreaking journey from her part-Maori roots to becoming a globally celebrated opera star.
• In-Depth Interviews: The DVD features personal revelations from Te Kanawa, offering insights into her thoughts on music, performance, and life.
• Concert Highlights: Enjoy memorable performances from concerts in Wellington and at the Royal Opera House, showcasing Te Kanawa's versatility in arias by Puccini, Verdi, Handel, Mozart, and more.
• Collaborations: The special participation of musical legends like Sir Georg Solti and the accompaniment by prestigious orchestras add a rich layer to the portrait.

Track Listing and Timing

Wellington Concert: [Arias and Songs by Puccini, Verdi, Handel, Mozart, and others]
Greenwich Concert: [Selection of arias and songs]
Note: Detailed track listings and timings to be listed.

Key Credits

Executive Producer: Melvyn Bragg
Produced and Directed by: Nigel Wattis
Portrait Production: A London Weekend Television Production in association with RM Arts and TVNZ
Concert Production: A London Weekend Television Production in association with RM Arts

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