Description
Giuseppe Verdi - Un Ballo In Maschera (Selezione Dall' Opera) / La Voce Del Padrone LP Stereo
3C 063-17919
Maria Callas, Giuseppe di Stefano, Fedora Barbieri, Tito Gobbi, Nicola Zaccaria, Eugenia Ratti, Silvio Majonica, Orchestra e Coro Del Teatro Alla Scala
Product Features
- Orchestra: Orchestra e Coro Del Teatro Alla Scala
- Album Title: Un Ballo In Maschera (Selezione Dall' Opera)
- Record Label: La Voce Del Padrone
- Series: Teatro Alla Scala 1778 - Bicentenario - 1978
- Format: Vinyl, LP, Stereo
- Country: Italy
- Genre: Classical
- Style: Opera
Overview
Immerse yourself in the operatic brilliance of Giuseppe Verdi's "Un Ballo In Maschera" with this exquisite LP featuring selections from the opera. This recording showcases the legendary voices of Maria Callas, Giuseppe di Stefano, Fedora Barbieri, and Tito Gobbi, bringing the dramatic and emotional depth of Verdi's masterpiece to life. Released under the prestigious La Voce Del Padrone label as part of the Teatro Alla Scala 1778 - Bicentenario series, this album is a must-have for opera aficionados and collectors alike.
Interesting Facts
- Maria Callas: Known as "La Divina," Maria Callas was one of the most influential and renowned opera singers of the 20th century. Her performances are celebrated for their emotional intensity and technical brilliance.
- Giuseppe di Stefano: An acclaimed Italian tenor, di Stefano was famous for his beautiful voice and powerful stage presence, often performing alongside Maria Callas.
- Teatro Alla Scala: One of the world's most famous opera houses, La Scala in Milan has been the premiere venue for many of the greatest operatic performances since its opening in 1778.
- Historical Significance: This recording is part of a special bicentennial series celebrating the rich history of Teatro Alla Scala, making it a valuable addition to any classical music collection.
Track Listing
Side A:
- S' Avanza Il Conte...
- Alla Vita Che T' Arride
- Volta La Terrea
- Re Dell' Abisso
- Or Tu, Sibbilla, Che Tutto Sai
- Ecco L' Orrido Campo...
Side B:
- Teco Io Sto
- Morrò, Ma Prima In Grazia...
- Forse La Soglia Attinse...
- Saper, Vorreste
- Ella è Pura
Key Credits
- Featuring: Maria Callas, Giuseppe di Stefano, Fedora Barbieri, Tito Gobbi
- Baritone Vocals [Barak, Der Färber]: Paul Schöffler (A2, B1.b, B2.b, B2.c)
- Bass Vocals [Der Geisterbote]: Kurt Böhme (A1.a)
- Chorus: Chor Der Wiener Staatsoper (B2)
- Conductor [Dirigent]: Karl Böhm
- Orchestra: Wiener Philharmoniker
- Soprano Vocals [Die Amme]: Elisabeth Höngen (A1.a, A1.b)
- Soprano Vocals [Die Färberin]: Christl Goltz (A2, B1.b, B2.b, B2.c)
- Soprano Vocals [Die Kaiserin]: Leonie Rysanek (A1.c, B2.a, B2.c)
- Tenor Vocals [Der Kaiser]: Hans Hopf (A1.b, B2.a, B2.c)
- Written-By [Dichtung Von]: Hugo von Hofmannsthal
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