Description

Operatic Arias: Werther, Mignon, Sicilian Vespers, Rusalka, Sadko / Prague Smetana Theatre Orchestra, Conductor: Jaroslav Vogel / Supraphon LP

SUF 20053

Product Features

Label: Supraphon – SUF 20053
Format: Vinyl, LP
Country: Czechoslovakia
Genre: Classical
Style: Opera
Label: Supraphon
Sleeve Notes: Dr. Jarmila Brožovská

Overview

Experience the breathtaking operatic talents of Zenaida Palii and Ladislav Mráz in this captivating Supraphon LP. Conducted by Jaroslav Vogel (Side A) and Bohumil Gregor (Side B), accompanied by The Prague Symphony Orchestra (Side A) and Prague Smetana Theatre Orchestra (Side B), this album showcases a selection of powerful arias from operatic masterpieces. From Massenet's Werther to Verdi's Sicilian Vespers, immerse yourself in the rich vocal textures and orchestral splendor of these timeless compositions.

Interesting Facts

Zenaida Palii, celebrated for her mezzo-soprano voice, delivers emotive performances, including Massenet's Werther and Dvořák's Rusalka.
Ladislav Mráz, renowned for his bass-baritone range, captivates with Verdi's Sicilian Vespers and Rimsky-Korsakov's Sadko.
Supraphon, a prestigious Czech record label, presents this LP, highlighting the operatic prowess of Czech and international artists.
The Prague Symphony Orchestra and Prague Smetana Theatre Orchestra contribute their exceptional musicality under the batons of Vogel and Gregor, respectively.

Tracklist

Side A - Zenaida Palii (Mezzo-soprano)

Werther: O Werther... Va, Laissez Couler (Jules Massenet)
Mignon: Connais-Tu Le Pays (Ambroise Thomas)

Side B - Ladislav Mráz (Bass-baritone)

Sicilian Vespers: O Tu, Palermo (Giuseppe Verdi)
Rusalka: Celý Svět Nedá Ti, Nedá (Antonín Dvořák)
Sadko: O, Skali Grosnie (Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov)

Key Credits

Mezzo-soprano Vocals: Zenaida Palii
Bass Vocals: Ladislav Mráz
Conductors: Jaroslav Vogel (Side A), Bohumil Gregor (Side B)
Orchestras: The Prague Symphony Orchestra (Side A), Prague Smetana Theatre Orchestra (Side B)