Description

Rossini's La pietra del paragone 2-DVD Set

UPC: 809478009870

Product Features

Composer: Gioachino Rossini (1792-1868)
Opera Title: La pietra del paragone
Artists:Musical Director: Alberto Zedda
- Aspasia: Laura Brioli
- Clarice: Marie-Ange Todorovich
- Giocondo: Raúl Giménez
- Asdrubale: Marco Vinco
- Pacuvio: Paolo Bordogna
- Macrobio: Pietro Spagnoli
- Fulvia: Patrizia Bicciré
Stage Director: Pier Luigi Pizzi
Orchestra: Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real (Madrid Symphony Orchestra & Chorus)
Television Director: Angel Luis Ramirez
Subtitles: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian
Audio Formats: LPCM Stereo, DTS
Regions: All regions
Extras: Cast gallery, Illustrated synopsis, Interviews with Pier Luigi Pizzi and Alberto Zedda
Recording: Filmed in 2007 with High Definition cameras in true surround sound
Run Time: Approx. 180 minutes
Produced by: Opus Arte/Teatro Real
Language: Sung in Italian
DVD Format: NTSC, PAL compatibility required
Release Date: 2007
Website: OpusArte.com

Overview

Gioachino Rossini's La pietra del paragone, composed in 1812, was his first commission from La Scala. In this delightful comic opera, a group of wealthy friends must navigate the challenges of love, deception, and a hidden test of character — all under the guise of a humorous social experiment. The legendary Rossini expert Alberto Zedda leads this vibrant and playful production, with Pier Luigi Pizzi's direction providing a visually stunning backdrop. Set in the grand Teatro Real in Madrid, this performance is captured in high-definition and enhanced with surround sound for an immersive experience.

Sung in Italian with subtitles in five languages, this DVD set allows viewers worldwide to enjoy the comedic wit and musical brilliance of Rossini's work. Featuring outstanding performances from an acclaimed international cast, this recording is a must-have for opera enthusiasts.

Interesting Facts

Alberto Zedda, a Rossini authority, meticulously revived many of Rossini's forgotten works and led their modern-day performances, including La pietra del paragone at the prestigious Rossini Opera Festival in Pesaro.
The stage design and costumes by Pier Luigi Pizzi complement the opera's light-hearted nature with a colorful and modern aesthetic, blending traditional and contemporary elements.
This 2007 recording at Teatro Real showcases the venue's grandeur, highlighting its historical importance as one of Spain's leading opera houses.

Track Listing

Act 1 – Introduces the characters and sets up the comedic plot of the "touchstone" test.
Act 2 – Developments and resolutions of love, trust, and misunderstandings.