Description

Tito Schipa (tenor) = Тито Скипа (тенор) / Из Сокровищницы Мирового Исполнительского Искусства - Вокалисты / Мелодия LP Mono 1981

М10-43189-90

Product Features

Artist: Tito Schipa (Тито Скипа)
Album Title: Из Сокровищницы Мирового Исполнительского Искусства - Вокалисты (From the Treasury of World Performing Art - Vocalists)
Record Label: Мелодия
Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation, Mono
Country: USSR
Released: 1981
Genre: Classical
Style: Opera

Overview

Discover the exquisite voice of Tito Schipa, one of the greatest tenors of the 20th century, in this compilation album from the Мелодия label. This 1981 LP features Schipa's performances of arias and songs from various composers, showcasing his impeccable technique and emotive delivery. Recorded in mono, this compilation is part of the prestigious series "Из Сокровищницы Мирового Исполнительского Искусства" (From the Treasury of World Performing Art), highlighting Schipa's contribution to the world of opera.

Interesting Facts

Tito Schipa: Renowned for his lyrical tenor voice, Schipa was celebrated for his performances in both operatic and popular music genres. His interpretations of Verdi, Donizetti, and other composers remain benchmarks for aspiring tenors.
Historical Significance: This album, released by Мелодия in the USSR, reflects the global appreciation for Schipa's artistry during a time when cultural exchanges were limited by political barriers.
Diverse Repertoire: The tracklist includes a variety of arias from classic operas as well as Neapolitan songs, demonstrating Schipa's versatility and broad appeal.
Notable Collaborations: The album features performances with distinguished orchestras such as the Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala and the Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, conducted by maestros like Dino Olivieri and Franz Marszalek.

Track Listing

Side A:

Don Ottavio's Aria ("Don Giovanni", Act II) - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (3:35)
Nemorino's Aria ("L'elisir D'amore", Act I) - Gaetano Donizetti (2:40)
Edgar's Aria ("Lucia Di Lammermoor", Act III) - Gaetano Donizetti (2:30)
Faust's Cavatina ("Faust", Act III) - Charles Gounod (3:05)
Wilhelm's Aria ("Mignon", Act III) - Ambroise Thomas (4:05)
Lionel's Romance ("Martha", Act III) - Friedrich von Flotow (3:10)
Song Of The Duke ("Rigoletto", Act III) - Giuseppe Verdi (2:00)
Aria Of The Duke ("Rigoletto", Act II) - Giuseppe Verdi (4:55)

Side B:

O Cessate Di Piagarmi - Alessandro Scarlatti (2:10)
Tre Giorni Son Che Nina - Giovanni Battista Pergolesi (2:30)
Se Tu M'Ami - Giovanni Battista Pergolesi (2:55)
Torna A Surriento - Antonio De Curtis (3:00)
O Marenariello - Salvatore Gambardella (2:25)
Ideale - Francesco Paolo Tosti (3:20)
'A Vucchella - Francesco Paolo Tosti (2:30)
Marechiare - Francesco Paolo Tosti (2:25)
Pa La Nana Bambin - Geni Sadero (2:40)
Come, Facette, Mammeta - Salvatore Gambardella (1:40)

Key Credits

Tenor Vocals: Tito Schipa
Choir: Coro Del Teatro Alla Scala (track B4)
Conductors: Dino Olivieri (tracks B4, B5), Franz Marszalek (track A8)
Orchestras: Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala (tracks B4, B5), Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin (track A8), Unknown Artist (tracks A1-A7)
Pianists: Hans Priegnitz (track B10), Michael Raucheisen (tracks B1-B3, B6-B9)
Editing: П. Грюнберг
Engineering: Т. Павлова
Graphics: Б. Белов