Gioachino Rossini – La Cenerentola | 2-CD Set

• Performers: Lucia Valentini Terrani (Angelina / Cinderella), Francisco Araiza (Don Ramiro), Enzo Dara (Don Magnifico), Domenico Trimarchi (Dandini), Emilia Ravaglia (Clorinda), Marilyn Schmiege (Tisbe), Alessandro Corbelli (Alidoro)
• Orchestra & Chorus: Cappella Coloniensis (on period instruments), Chor des Westdeutschen Rundfunks
• Conductor: Gabriele Ferro
• Label: Sony Classical – S2K 46433
• Format: 2 Audio CDs (ADD Digital Recording)
• UPC: 5099704643328
• Country of Manufacture: Printed in Holland
• Import Status: Import
• Total Duration: Disc 1 – 73:40 | Disc 2 – 74:00

Overview

This elegant 2-CD set presents Gioachino Rossini’s charming opera La Cenerentola (Cinderella), a comic opera in two acts renowned for its sparkling melodies and virtuosic vocal writing. Featuring the celebrated mezzo-soprano Lucia Valentini Terrani in the title role, alongside Francisco Araiza and Enzo Dara, this recording captures the vivacity and wit of Rossini’s music. The Cappella Coloniensis, performing on original instruments, and the Chor des Westdeutschen Rundfunks, under the baton of Gabriele Ferro, provide authentic and spirited accompaniment. Recorded in 1980 and produced by Klaus L. Neumann, this edition draws on the critical edition by the Rossini Foundation of Pesaro, ensuring a performance close to the composer’s intentions.

Product Features

• Format: 2 Audio CDs
• Total Duration: Approx. 2 hours 27 minutes
• Genre: Opera, Classical
• Language: Italian (libretto available in booklet)
• Label: Sony Classical
• Catalogue Number: S2K 46433
• UPC Code: 5099704643328
• Conductor: Gabriele Ferro
• Orchestra & Chorus: Cappella Coloniensis (period instruments), Chor des Westdeutschen Rundfunks
• Recorded: London, March 3, 1988 (Mastering), Original performance recorded Cologne, 1980
• Packaging: Includes booklet with libretto and notes

Interesting Facts

• Period Instruments: The Cappella Coloniensis uses original instruments, lending stylistic authenticity and vibrant sound characteristic of early 19th-century opera orchestras.
• Critical Edition: Based on the Rossini Foundation’s critical edition, this recording reflects scholarly research and offers a performance faithful to Rossini’s original score.
• Star Cast: Lucia Valentini Terrani’s portrayal of Angelina is noted for its vocal agility and expressive warmth, supported by a stellar cast including Francisco Araiza and Enzo Dara.
• Renowned Conductor: Gabriele Ferro’s sensitive and energetic conducting highlights the opera’s humor and emotional nuances.

Track Listing

Disc 1 & 2: Complete opera La Cenerentola (Cinderella) in two acts, including all arias, duets, ensembles, and finales. Total running time approximately 147 minutes.

Publishers

Released and distributed by Sony Classical and CBS Records. Printed in Holland. All rights reserved. Unauthorized copying, public performance, broadcasting, hiring, or rental prohibited by law.

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