Giuseppe Verdi: Aida - Antonietta Stella, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Giulietta Simionato, G. Giacomo Guelfi, Nicola Zaccaria, Orchestra e Coro Del Teatro Alla Scala, Norberto Mola / International Music Of Italy LP 

DMV-03

Product Features

• Label: International Music Of Italy – DMV-03
• Series: Gli Dei Della Musica – 3
• Format: Vinyl, LP
• Country: Italy
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Opera, Romantic

Overview

This vinyl LP features a performance of Giuseppe Verdi's "Aida" by Antonietta Stella, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Giulietta Simionato, Gian Giacomo Guelfi, and Nicola Zaccaria, conducted by Antonino Votto and performed by the Orchestra e Coro Del Teatro Alla Scala. This recording is a classic example of Verdi's operatic mastery, showcasing the dramatic and musical depth of "Aida." The album includes key scenes from Acts III and IV, highlighting the vocal prowess of the cast and the orchestral excellence of the Teatro Alla Scala ensemble.

Interesting Facts

• Aida is one of Verdi's most famous operas, known for its grandiose and dramatic themes.
• Antonietta Stella was a prominent Italian operatic soprano, celebrated for her performances in Verdi's operas.
• Giuseppe Di Stefano was a renowned Italian tenor known for his powerful and expressive voice.
• Giulietta Simionato was a celebrated Italian mezzo-soprano who frequently performed in Verdi's operas.
• The album features a notable cast, including Gian Giacomo Guelfi as Amonasro and Nicola Zaccaria as Ramfis.
• The recording was conducted by Antonino Votto, a respected conductor known for his interpretations of Verdi's works.

Track Listing

• Atto III
  • A1: Fuggiam Gli Ardori Inospiti - Si: Fuggiam Da Queste Mura - 9:55
  • A2: Tu Amonasro - Traditor - Guardie, Olà - 9:55
• Atto IV, Scena 1
  • A3: L'aborrita Rivale A Me Sfuggia - 9:44
  • A4: Già I Sacerdoti Adunansi - 9:44
• Atto IV, Scena 1 (Concl.)
  • B1: Ohimé Morir Mi Sento - Spirto Del Nume - 11:28
• Atto IV, Scena 2
  • B2: La Fatal Pietra Sovra Me Si Chiuse - 12:50
  • B3: Morir Si Pura E Bella - Vedi? Die Morte L'angelo - 12:50
  • B4: Immenso Fthà - O Terra, Addio - 12:50

Key Credits

• Baritone Vocals [Amonasro]: Gian Giacomo Guelfi (tracks: A2)
• Bass Vocals [Il Re]: Silvio Maionica
• Bass Vocals [Ramfis]: Nicola Zaccaria (tracks: A2)
• Choir: Coro Del Teatro Alla Scala (tracks: B4)
• Chorus Master: Norberto Mola (tracks: B4)
• Composed By: Giuseppe Verdi
• Conductor: Antonino Votto
• Libretto By: Antonio Ghislanzoni
• Mezzo-soprano Vocals [Amneris]: Giulietta Simionato (tracks: A2 to B1)
• Orchestra: Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala
• Soprano Vocals [Aida]: Antonietta Stella (tracks: A1, A2, B3, B4)
• Soprano Vocals [Una Sacerdotessa]: Mirella Parutto (tracks: B1)
• Tenor Vocals [Radamès]: Giuseppe Di Stefano (tracks: A1, A2, A4 to B4)
• Tenor Vocals [Un Messaggero]: Giuseppe Zampieri (tracks: B1)

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