Description

Giuseppe Verdi: La Traviata Querschnitt / Deutsche Grammophon LP Stereo 1977

40 369 1

Product Details:

Title: La Traviata (Highlights)
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Label: Deutsche Grammophon – 40 369 1
Country: Germany
Released: 1977
Genre: Classical
Style: Opera, Romantic

Product Features

Stereo LP album featuring highlights from Giuseppe Verdi's opera "La Traviata," conducted by Carlos Kleiber.
Stellar performances by Ileana Cotrubas (soprano), Placido Domingo (tenor), and Sherrill Milnes (baritone).
Accompanied by the Bayerisches Staatsorchester and the Bayerischer Staatsopernchor under the direction of Wolfgang Baumgart.
Original Deutsche Grammophon release from 1977, capturing the dramatic essence of Verdi's beloved opera.

Overview

This Deutsche Grammophon LP presents a captivating selection of highlights from Verdi's "La Traviata," showcasing the passionate drama and exquisite melodies that have made it a cornerstone of operatic repertoire. Carlos Kleiber's dynamic conducting breathes life into Verdi's poignant score, complemented by outstanding vocal performances.

Interesting Facts

Giuseppe Verdi: One of the most celebrated opera composers, Verdi's "La Traviata" is known for its emotional depth and lyrical beauty, depicting the tragic love story of Violetta and Alfredo.
Carlos Kleiber: Revered for his interpretative skills, Kleiber's conducting brings out the nuances and dramatic intensity of Verdi's music, making this recording a definitive rendition.
Vocal Performances: Featuring Ileana Cotrubas's poignant portrayal of Violetta, Placido Domingo's ardent Alfredo, and Sherrill Milnes's powerful Germont.

Tracklist

Erster Akt - First Act
A1. Vorspiel Preludio
A2. Trinklied - Drinking Song
A3. Arie: Ah, Fors'e Lui / Follie Follie
Zweiter Akt - Second Act
A4. Szene Und Arie: Lunge Da Lei / De' Miei Bollenti Spiriti
A5. Duett: Pura Siccome Un Angelo / Ah, Comprendo...
B1. Arie: Di Provenza Il Mar
B2. Aus Finale II: Ogni Suo Aver Tal Femmina
Dritter Akt - Third Act
B3. Szene Und Arie: Tenteste La Promessa
B4. Szene Und Duett: Signora...
B5. Finale III: Ah, Violetta / Voi Singor? / Mio Padre!

Key Credits

Composer: Giuseppe Verdi
Conductor: Carlos Kleiber
Orchestra: Bayerisches Staatsorchester
Chorus: Bayerischer Staatsopernchor, Chorus Master Wolfgang Baumgart
Vocalists: Ileana Cotrubas (Violetta), Placido Domingo (Alfredo), Sherrill Milnes (Germont)