Philips Verdi: Il Trovatore – Digital Opera Masterpiece (2 Audio CD)

Product Type: Digital Recording (CD)
UPC: 028942655720

Product Details

Overview

"Philips Verdi: Il Trovatore" is an exceptional digital recording of Giuseppe Verdi’s celebrated opera Il Trovatore, presented in four dramatic parts. Recorded in London between July 1980 and 1981 and under the masterful direction of Sir Colin Davis, this production features a stellar cast—including José Carreras, Katia Ricciarelli, Yuri Masurok, and Stefania Toczyska—and the renowned Orchestra and Chorus of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. With an original libretto by Salvatore Cammarano (and subsequent adaptations after A. Garcia Gutiérrez), this recording offers listeners an immersive experience in one of opera’s most dramatic masterpieces.

French Translation – Overview

« Philips Verdi: Il Trovatore » est un enregistrement numérique exceptionnel de l'opéra célèbre de Giuseppe Verdi, Il Trovatore, présenté en quatre parties dramatiques. Enregistré à Londres entre juillet 1980 et 1981 et sous la direction magistrale de Sir Colin Davis, cette production met en vedette un casting remarquable — dont José Carreras, Katia Ricciarelli, Yuri Masurok et Stefania Toczyska — ainsi que l'orchestre et le chœur renommés du Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. Avec un livret original de Salvatore Cammarano (et des adaptations d’après A. Garcia Gutiérrez), cet enregistrement offre aux auditeurs une expérience immersive dans l’un des chefs-d’œuvre les plus dramatiques de l’opéra.

Product Information

• UPC: 028942655720
• Format: Digital Recording (CD)
• Total Playing Time: 2:08:49
• Label: Philips Classics Productions
• Recording Location: London (Recorded July 1980 – 1981)
• Production: Printed and produced in West Germany under the Philips label
• Opera Details:
  • Title: Il Trovatore
  • Composer: Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901)
  • Dramatic Structure: Opera in four parts
  • Libretto: By Salvatore Cammarano and adapted after A. Garcia Gutiérrez

Cast and Crew

• Leonora: Katia Ricciarelli
• Manrico: José Carreras
• Il Conte di Luna: Yuri Masurok
• Azucena: Stefania Toczyska
• Ferrando: Robert Lloyd
• Ines: Phyllis Cannan
• Ruiz: Robin Leggate
• Un messo: John Treleaven

• Un vecchio zingaro: Roderick Earle

• Orchestra and Chorus: Royal Opera House, Covent Garden

• Chorus Master: John Barker
• Conducted by: Sir Colin Davis

Product Features

• Digital Excellence: State-of-the-art digital recording preserves every nuance of Verdi’s timeless score.
• Dramatic Mastery: Experience a fully staged opera in four parts with rich vocal performances and dynamic orchestration.
• Renowned Cast & Crew: Features acclaimed opera stars and is led by the legendary Sir Colin Davis with the prestigious Royal Opera House ensemble.
• Cultural Heritage: A definitive recording that authentically represents one of the most pivotal works in the operatic repertoire.
• Collector’s Edition: A must-have for opera aficionados and collectors, produced and distributed with the quality synonymous with Philips Classics Productions.

Interesting Facts

• Historical Recording: Captured in London during the early 1980s, this production marks a significant era in digital opera recording, combining traditional artistry with modern technology.
• Iconic Performances: José Carreras’s portrayal of Manrico and Katia Ricciarelli’s moving interpretation of Leonora have become benchmark performances in opera history.
• Global Collaboration: Bringing together international talents and the world-class resources of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, this recording is a true celebration of global operatic excellence.
• Artistic Leadership: Under the baton of Sir Colin Davis, the ensemble delivers a performance of unmatched clarity and emotional depth that has set a standard for subsequent productions.

French Translation – Interesting Facts

• Enregistrement Historique : Capturé à Londres au début des années 1980, cette production marque une période importante dans l'enregistrement numérique d'opéra, alliant l'art traditionnel à la technologie moderne.
• Performances Iconiques : L'interprétation de Manrico par José Carreras et l'interprétation émouvante de Leonora par Katia Ricciarelli sont devenues des références incontournables dans l'histoire de l'opéra.
• Collaboration Internationale : Rassemblant des talents internationaux et les ressources de classe mondiale du Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, cet enregistrement célèbre véritablement l'excellence opératique mondiale.
• Leadership Artistique : Sous la direction de Sir Colin Davis, l'ensemble offre une performance d'une clarté et d'une profondeur émotionnelle inégalées qui a établi un standard pour les productions ultérieures.

Publishers

This digital recording is produced by Philips Classics Productions. Recorded in London (7/1980–1981) and produced in West Germany, it is distributed under the venerable Philips label.
Photo Credit: Foto Fayer, Vienna (José Carreras as Manrico)
©1990 Philips Classics Productions – Printed in West Germany

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