José Carreras: Salzburg Recital, August 15, 1989

Product Features

• Format: DVD, NTSC
• Sound Format: PCM Stereo
• Picture Format: 4:3
• Region Code: 0 (Worldwide)
• Running Time: 108 minutes
• UPC: 807280141191
• Production Year: 1989
• Release Year: 2004

Overview

This DVD captures the extraordinary Salzburg recital by the celebrated tenor José Carreras, accompanied by pianist Martin Katz, on August 15, 1989. The performance features a selection of classical and popular pieces that showcase Carreras's remarkable vocal talent and emotional depth. The recital includes works by Alessandro Scarlatti, Giovanni Battista Bononcini, Alessandro Stradella, Jules Massenet, Francesco Paolo Tosti, Manuel de Falla, Fernando J. Obradors, Carlos Guastavino, Ernesto Halffter, Alberto Ginastera, Tata Nacho, and others, culminating in encores that highlight the tenor's versatility and charm.

Key Performances

• Classical Pieces: Works by Scarlatti, Bononcini, Stradella, Massenet, and Tosti, offering a journey through the emotions and styles of different periods.
• Spanish Songs: "Siete Canciones Populares Españolas" by Manuel de Falla and selections by Obradors, Guastavino, Halffter, and Ginastera, reflecting Carreras's heritage and affinity for Spanish music.
• Popular Encores: Beloved pieces such as "Core 'ngrato," "A' vucchella," "Mattinata," "Granada," and "Dicitencello vuje," allowing Carreras to connect deeply with the audience.

Special Features

• Directed by Franz Kabelka, with executive production by Marlies Nag, this DVD is a valuable document of one of the great tenorial talents, captured live at one of the most prestigious music festivals in the world.
• Program licensed from NEP Musicas, a division of AFP Teleart GmbH & Co. KG, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity of the recording.

Collector's Note

This DVD is an essential addition to the collections of opera and classical music enthusiasts, offering a unique glimpse into José Carreras's illustrious career. It stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of live music performances, preserving a magical evening from the Salzburg Festival.

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