Tito Gobbi – Complete Solo Recordings: EMI Classics (5 CD Compilation)  

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Product Details

• UPC: 5099945537820
• Label: Warner Classics – 50999 4 55378 20
• Series: Icon
  
• Format: 5 x CD, Compilation, Remastered (Stereo & Mono), Box Set, Reissue
• Country: Europe
• Released: 2010
• Genre: Opera, Classical, Romantic, Canzone Napoletana
• Product Type: Complete Solo Recordings by Italian baritone Tito Gobbi

Overview

Discover the timeless artistry of Italian baritone Tito Gobbi with this monumental 5 CD box set, "Complete Solo Recordings." This EMI Classics release presents a vast collection of operatic arias, classical and popular songs, and historic 78rpm recordings—meticulously remastered to showcase both stereo and mono performances. Featuring a repertoire that spans the works of Puccini, Verdi, Donizetti, Rossini, Leoncavallo, Mozart, and more, this compilation is an essential collection for opera aficionados and collectors of classical vocal masterpieces.

Product Features

• Compilation Highlights:

  • CD1: 78rpm Recordings featuring songs and arias by Cilea, Leoncavallo, Mozart, Verdi, Puccini, Rossini, Tosti, Denza, Rota, and others.
  • CD2: Additional 78rpm vintage recordings, including works by Sadero, Verdi, Di Capua, Tosti, Olivieri, alongside rarities and landmark performances.
  • CD3: Selections from the 1955 LP Recordings covering arias by Berlioz, Rossini, Verdi, Giordano, Cilea, Wolf-Ferrari, and Puccini.
  • CD4: A curated program from 1964 featuring songs by Tosti, Wolf-Ferrari, Mascagni, Denza, Mayer, with exclusive excerpts from operatic classics such as Lucia di Lammermoor, L’elisir d’amore and Rigoletto.
  • CD5: A collection of famous operatic excerpts from Simon Boccanegra, Aida, Don Carlo, Tosca, Il Tabarro, Il Barbiere di Siviglia, and Pagliacci.

• Curated Mastery:

  • This compilation is a showcase of Tito Gobbi's commanding vocal artistry captured in historical performances, featuring legendary collaborations with artists such as Luigi Alva, Victoria de los Angeles, Maria Callas, and conductors including Herbert von Karajan, Tullio Serafin, and Victor de Sabata.

• Remastered Excellence:

  • Each disc has been digitally remastered by EMI Records Ltd to present these historic recordings in the best possible audio quality—preserving both the mono warmth of early recordings and the clarity of stereo sound.

Interesting Facts

• Historic Legacy:
  Tito Gobbi (24 October 1913 – 5 March 1984) is revered as one of the leading Italian baritones of the 20th century. His signature performance style and dramatic interpretations have left an indelible impact on the world of opera.

• Repertoire Spanning Centuries:
  This box set covers a diverse range of works from early operatic melodies and popular Italian songs to later, more dramatic arias—truly a comprehensive journey through the evolution of operatic art.

• Exceptional Collaborations:
  The collection features iconic recordings with illustrious artists and conductors, such as Maria Callas, Victoria de los Angeles, and Herbert von Karajan, adding both historical and artistic context to each performance.

• Remastering Craftsmanship:
  The digital remastering process has been carefully executed by EMI Records Ltd, ensuring that both the mono and stereo recordings retain their original charm while meeting modern audio standards.

Track Listing (Selected Highlights)

The set includes extensive track listings spanning all five CDs. Here are a few selected highlights:

• CD1 Highlights:

  • “Com Due Tizzi Accesi (L'Arlesiana)” – Francesco Cilea
  • “Zazà” – Ruggiero Leoncavallo
  • “Don Carlo” – Giuseppe Verdi
  • “Largo Al Factotum (Il Barbiere Di Siviglia)” – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• CD2 Highlights:

  • “Gondoliera Veneziana” – Traditional arrangement by Teodoro Cottrau
  • “Di Provenza Il Mar (La Traviata)” – Giuseppe Verdi
  • “Pietà, Rispetto, Amore (Macbeth)” – Giuseppe Verdi

• CD3 Highlights:

  • “Ecco Il Monologo (Adriana Lecouvreur)” – Francesco Cilea
  • “Come Paride Vezzoso (L'Elisir D'Amore)” – Gaetano Donizetti

• CD4 & CD5 Highlights:

  • Excerpts from renowned productions such as Lucia di Lammermoor, Rigoletto, Tosca, Pagliacci, and Gianni Schicchi featuring performances with celebrated opera stars and orchestras.

For complete track details, please refer to the included booklet, which also provides valuable historical notes and context for each recording.

Publishers / Production Details

• Manufactured and Printed in the EU
• Digital Remastering: Executed by EMI Records Ltd, ensuring pristine sound quality across both mono and stereo formats.
• Copyright: The sound recordings are owned by EMI Records Ltd except where otherwise stated.

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