La Vierge by Jules Massenet – Sacred Concert Collection DVD

UPC 8032745510324

Product Code: PDL 1032

Overview

Immerse yourself in the spiritual beauty of Massenet's La Vierge, a sacred concert presented by legendary soprano Montserrat Caballé alongside her daughter Montserrat Martí. This moving performance, recorded live at the Basilica di S. Maria degli Angeli, unfolds in four acts, portraying the life of the Virgin Mary. Directed by Enrico Castiglione and accompanied by the Orchestra Sinfonica del Festival di Pasqua, this 160-minute concert is a celebration of sacred music at its finest.

Product Features

• Format: DVD-5, PAL System, Region 2
• Running Time: 160 minutes
• Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround, Linear PCM Stereo, DTS 5.1
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9 / 4:3 Letterbox, color
• Languages: Italian (vocals)

Interesting Facts

• A Sacred Legacy: La Vierge (The Virgin) is one of Massenet’s lesser-known works, but it holds an esteemed place in sacred music, celebrated for its expressive score and reverence toward its subject matter.
• Dazzling Cast: This performance stars the renowned Montserrat Caballé as the Virgin Mary, with her daughter Montserrat Martí also taking the stage, creating a powerful familial bond in this moving production.
• Historical Venue: Recorded at the Basilica di S. Maria degli Angeli, this concert blends the majesty of sacred architecture with rich vocal harmonies, enhancing the atmosphere of reverence.
• Unique Production: Directed by Enrico Castiglione, a respected figure in opera direction, the production also features the Scola Cantorum S. Maria degli Angeli-Aramus, under the guidance of choir master Osvaldo Guidotti.

Cast Highlights

• Soprano (Virgin Mary) – Montserrat Caballé
• Soprano – Montserrat Martí
• Tenor – Ruben Martinez
• Mezzo-Soprano – Alessandra Zapparoli
• Bass – Kim Joung-Joo

Publishers

• Produced by: ECA srl, Rome, Italy
• Distributed by: Pan Dream, 2006

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