PHILIPS Haydn: L'Isola Disabitata – Eszterháza Opera Cycle (Digital Remastered, 2 CDs) ADD

Product Information

• UPC: 028943242721
• Catalog Code: 432 427-2 PH2
• Product Type: Opera Recording / Classical Music Audio CD Set
• Title Variations:                   Genre: Azione teatrale in due parti / Opera in two parts / Oper in zwei Teilen / Opéra en deux parties
  • Italian: L'Isola Disabitata
  • English: The Desert Island
  • German: Die unbewohnte Insel
  • French: L'île déserte
• Libretto: Pietro Metastasio
• Principal Roles and Performers:                       Orchestra: Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
  • Costanza: Norma Lerer
  • Silvia: Linda Zoghby
  • Gernando: Luigi Alva
  • Enrico: Renato Bruson
• Conductor: Antal Dorati
• Recording Venue: Grande Salle, Epalinges, Switzerland
• Recording Date: May 1977 (in association with Radio Suisse Romande and the European Broadcasting Union)
• Release Year: 1993, Philips Classics Productions
• Total Playing Time: 1:28:27
• Digital Remastering: Yes
• Additional Credits:                                 Product Format: 2 CDs
  • Art Direction: Ton Friesen
  • Photography: Hans Morren

Overview

Immerse yourself in Joseph Haydn’s masterful work L'Isola Disabitata—an operatic gem from the Eszterháza Opera Cycle, digitally remastered for modern audiences. This recording presents Haydn’s "azione teatrale" in two parts, set to Pietro Metastasio’s esteemed libretto, and presented in multiple languages: Italian, English, German, and French. With stellar vocal performances by Norma Lerer (Costanza), Linda Zoghby (Silvia), Luigi Alva (Gernando), and Renato Bruson (Enrico), accompanied by the refined sound of the Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne under the experienced baton of Antal Dorati, this release captures the fresh theatrical spirit and elegant musicality of Haydn’s opera.

French Translation – Overview (Aperçu)
Laissez-vous transporter par l’œuvre magistrale de Joseph Haydn, L'Isola Disabitata – une pépite lyrique issue du cycle d'opéra Eszterháza, remasterisée numériquement pour le public contemporain. Cet enregistrement présente cette "azione teatrale" en deux parties, basée sur le livret de Pietro Metastasio, et diffusée en plusieurs langues : italien, anglais, allemand et français. Avec des interprétations vocales remarquables de Norma Lerer (Costanza), Linda Zoghby (Silvia), Luigi Alva (Gernando) et Renato Bruson (Enrico), accompagnés du raffinement de l’Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne sous la direction aguerrie d’Antal Dorati, cette production capte l’esprit théâtral novateur et la musicalité élégante de l’opéra de Haydn.

Product Features

• Recording Format: 2 CDs (Digitally Remastered)
• Opera Structure: Azione teatrale in due parti (in two parts)
• Libretto: Authored by Pietro Metastasio
• Vocal Highlights:
  • Costanza: Norma Lerer
  • Silvia: Linda Zoghby
  • Gernando: Luigi Alva
  • Enrico: Renato Bruson
• Orchestral Accompaniment:                   Recording Venue: Captured in the acoustically impressive Grande Salle in Epalinges, Switzerland
  • Performed by the Orchestre de Chambre de Lausanne
  • Conducted by Antal Dorati
• Production Quality:                   Associations: Recorded in collaboration with Radio Suisse Romande and the European Broadcasting Union
  • Digital Remastering for pristine sound
  • Art direction by Ton Friesen with photography by Hans Morren

Interesting Facts

A Notable Milestone in Haydn’s Operatic Legacy

• Landmark Recording: This release stands as a notable milestone in Antal Dorati’s acclaimed journey through Haydn’s operas, capturing the elegance and wit of L'Isola Disabitata.
• Critical Acclaim: Celebrated by prominent critics—Alan Blyth heralded it as "A NOTABLE MILESTONE IN DORATI'S PILGRIMAGE THROUGH HAYDN'S OPERAS," while Revue des Disques described it as "UNE RÉUSSITE TOTALE" and "UNA REGISTRAZIONE FANTASTICA."
• Multilingual Presentation: The opera’s title and thematic core are presented in Italian, English, German, and French, reflecting its universal appeal and cultural richness.
• Historical Venue: Recorded at the Grande Salle in Epalinges, the venue’s superb acoustics enhance the intimacy and clarity of the performance, preserving the original spirit of the live theatrical experience.

French Translation – Interesting Facts (Faits Intéressants)

Une Étape Remarquable dans l'Héritage Lyrique de Haydn

• Enregistrement Marquant : Cette production représente une étape notable dans le parcours acclamé d’Antal Dorati à travers les opéras de Haydn, capturant l’élégance et l’esprit espiègle de L'Isola Disabitata.
• Éloges Critiques : Saluée par des critiques de renom – Alan Blyth l’a qualifiée de "JOURNALIER ETAPE DANS LE PÉRIPLE DE DORATI À TRAVERS LES OPÉRAS DE HAYDN," tandis que la Revue des Disques l’a décrite comme "UNE RÉUSSITE TOTALE" et "UNA REGISTRAZIONE FANTASTICA."
• Présentation Multilingue : Le titre et l’essence thématique de l’opéra sont présentés en italien, anglais, allemand et français, reflétant ainsi son attrait universel et sa richesse culturelle.
• Lieu Historique : Enregistré dans la somptueuse Grande Salle d’Epalinges, dont l’acoustique exceptionnelle rehausse l’intimité et la clarté de la performance, préservant l’esprit authentique de l’expérience théâtrale live.

Track Listing

Note: This release comprises the complete performance of Haydn’s L'Isola Disabitata. The opera is structured in two parts with multiple musical numbers vividly illustrating the narrative as conceived in the original staging.

Publishers

Published by Philips Classics Productions as part of the Eszterháza Opera Cycle. All rights reserved. Unauthorized copying, public performance, broadcasting, or other misuse of this recording is strictly prohibited by applicable law.

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