Description

George Frideric Handel: Floridante (Opera In 3 Acts) - Drew Minter, Mária Zádori, Katalin Farkas, Annette Markert, István Gáti, József Moldvay, Capella Savaria, Nicholas McGegan / Hungaroton Classic 3x Audio CD 1999 Stereo / HCD 31304-06

UPC 5991813130426

Label: Hungaroton – HCD 31304-06
Series: Hungaroton Antiqua
Format: 3 x CD, Stereo
Country: Hungary
Released: 1999
Genre: Classical
Style: Baroque, Opera

Product Features

Complete Opera: Includes the full performance of Handel's "Floridante," a Baroque opera in three acts.
Authentic Performance: Features a renowned cast of soloists with the Capella Savaria orchestra under Nicholas McGegan's direction.
High-Fidelity Recording: Presented in stereo for a rich, immersive listening experience.

Overview

This 3x CD set captures the entirety of George Frideric Handel's "Floridante," a Baroque opera renowned for its intricate arias and dramatic narrative. Released by Hungaroton in 1999, the recording features an accomplished ensemble including Drew Minter, Mária Zádori, and Katalin Farkas, with the Capella Savaria and conductor Nicholas McGegan delivering an authentic Baroque performance. Handel’s "Floridante" is celebrated for its melodic complexity and dramatic depth, offering a fascinating insight into his operatic style.

Interesting Facts

Historical Context: Handel composed "Floridante" in 1721, during a period of intense creativity in his operatic career. The opera showcases his mastery of the Baroque style with its elaborate arias and orchestral textures.
Performance Quality: The recording is noted for its clear, vibrant sound and the expressive performances of the soloists and orchestra, reflecting the authenticity of Baroque opera.
Rare Work: "Floridante" is one of Handel’s lesser-known operas, making this recording a valuable addition for enthusiasts of Baroque music and Handel's operatic oeuvre.

Track Listing

CD 1

Ouverture – 4:58
Act One, Scene 1
- Aria "Dimmi, O Spene!" – 2:13
- Recitativo "Oggi Di Tracia" – 0:35
- Aria "Godi, O Spene" – 1:53
- Recitativo "Avventurosa Elmira" – 0:47
- Aria "Ma Un Dolce Mio Pensiero" – 3:12
- March – 0:39
- Recitativo "Questo De' Miei Trionfi" – 0:54
- Aria "Alma Mia" – 4:36
- Recitativo "Giove, Compensator" – 1:03
- Recitativo "Oronte, Il Ré De Persi" – 1:39
- Recitativo "Ch'io Parta?" – 0:49
- Aria "Ma Pria Vedrò Le Stelle" – 3:31
- Recitativo "Fammi Bersaglio" – 0:29
- Aria "Sventurato" – 5:43
- Recitativo "Cinto D'allori" – 1:07
- Aria "Finchè Lo Strale" – 3:10
- Recitativo "Novo Aspetto Di Cose" – 1:09
- Aria "Sospiro, È Vero" – 4:29
- Recitativo "Per Quali Vie Lontante" – 0:26
- Aria "Dopo Il Nembo E La Procella" – 2:12
- Recitativo "Al Primo Cenno" – 1:49
- Duetto "Ah, Mia Cara" – 7:30

CD 2

Act Two, Scene 1
- Recitativo "Ecco Il Vago Mio Sol" – 1:23
- Aria "Lascioti, O Bella" – 3:57
- Recitativo "O Fortunati Affetti Miei" – 0:37
- Aria "Gode L'alma Inamorata" – 3:57
- Recitativo "Difficil Cosa" – 1:05
- Aria "Bramo Te Sola" – 4:57
- Recitativo "Oronte Un Messo Invia" – 3:02
- Aria "Barbaro!" – 2:19
- Recitativo "Convien Lasciar Libero Il Corso" – 0:25
- Aria "Ma Non S'aspetti" – 2:09
- Recitativo "Ormai Tutta Silenzio" – 0:51
- Duetto "Fuor Di Periglio" – 5:24
- Arioso E Recitativo "Notte Cara - Parmi Ascoltare" – 4:14
- Recitativo "O Facil Porta" – 2:38
- Aria "Tacerò" – 3:19
- Recitativo "Guardia A Costei" – 0:26
- Recitativo Accompagnato "Sorte Nemica" – 1:12
- Aria "Ma Che Vuoi Più Da Me" – 4:01

CD 3

Act Three, Scene 1
- Recitativo "Giunsi Allor" – 0:55
- Aria "No, Non Piangete" – 3:11
- Recitativo "O Sventurati E Vani" – 1:17
- Aria "Se Risolvi Abbandonarmi" – 4:09
- Recitativo "Or Mi Si Svela" – 0:40
- Aria "Non Lasciar" – 4:00
- Recitativo "Elmira, A Te Ritorno" – 3:17
- Aria "Se Dolce M'era Già" – 6:40
- Recitativo "Si Mora, Si" – 0:48
- Aria "Vivere Per Penare" – 3:48
- Recitativo "Nella Vasta, Città" – 1:01
- Aria "Vanne, Segui 'l Mio Desio!" – 0:49
- Recitativo "Servasi Alla Mia Bella" – 0:25
- Aria "Amor Commanda" – 2:13
- Aria "Questi Ceppi" – 4:43
- Recitativo "Misero Amato Prence!" – 1:01
- Aria "Sì, Coronar Vogl'io" – 3:29
- Recitativo "Ah! Traditor Coralbo!" – 0:29
- Aria "Che Veggio?" – 1:23
- Sinfonia – 0:57
- Recitativo "Fido E Guerriero" – 1:51
- Aria "Mia Bella" – 4:49
- Recitativo "La Cittade" – 0:15
- Coro "Quando Pena La Costanza" – 2:32