Description

Gran Gala Verdi – Marcelo Álvarez, José Carreras, Plácido Domingo, and More DVD

UPC: 880242510587

Product Features

Title: Gran Gala Verdi
Conductor: Zubin Mehta
Orchestra: Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
Chorus: Coro del Festival Verdi
- Chorus Master: Martino Faggiani
Featured Artists:Recorded Live: Teatro Padiglione Palacassa, Parma, 11 March 2001
- Marcelo Álvarez
- José Carreras
- Plácido Domingo
- José Cura
- Daniela Dessi
- Barbara Frittoli
- Leo Nucci
- Ruggero Raimondi
- Mariella Devia
- Luciana D'Intino
TV Director: Pierre Cavasillas
Producers: Paul Smaczny (EuroArts), Pietro Ruspoli (RAI)
Format: DVD, NTSC, All Regions
Running Time: 182 minutes
Sound Formats: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1 Surround
Picture Format: NTSC 16:9
Subtitles: Not specified
Label: EuroArts
Release Year: 2007

Overview

This EuroArts DVD features an extraordinary Gran Gala Verdi, celebrating the works of Giuseppe Verdi with a star-studded lineup of world-renowned opera singers. Recorded live in Parma at the Teatro Padiglione Palacassa on 11 March 2001, this concert was conducted by the legendary Zubin Mehta and brought together some of the most iconic voices in opera, including José Carreras, Plácido Domingo, Marcelo Álvarez, José Cura, Barbara Frittoli, and Leo Nucci.

The program presents a stunning array of arias and scenes from Verdi's greatest operas, including Aida, Rigoletto, La traviata, Il trovatore, Otello, Falstaff, and more. This spectacular event showcases the emotional power and grandeur of Verdi’s music, performed by a stellar cast in the birthplace of the great composer himself.

With its exceptional sound quality, available in PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, and DTS 5.1 Surround, this DVD captures the full impact of this historic concert, making it a must-have for lovers of Verdi and opera alike.

Repertoire

Giuseppe Verdi:

Selections from:
- Aida
- Un ballo in maschera
- Il corsaro
- Don Carlo
- Falstaff
- La forza del destino
- Jérusalem
- Nabucco
- Otello
- Rigoletto
- La traviata
- Il trovatore

Interesting Facts

The Gran Gala Verdi was held in Parma, the birthplace of Giuseppe Verdi, making this event particularly significant for Verdi enthusiasts and opera lovers.
Zubin Mehta, one of the world’s leading conductors, has a long-standing relationship with Verdi’s music, and his expertise is evident in this grand performance.
The concert features three of the most celebrated tenors of the time: José Carreras, Plácido Domingo, and Marcelo Álvarez, delivering unforgettable performances of Verdi’s most challenging and emotional arias.