Vanessa: RCA Victor Gold Seal Opera Series – 2-Disc CD Set with Libretto

Product Details

• UPC: 0035628789921
• Catalog Number: GD87899(2)
• Product Type: 2 Compact Digital Audio Discs (Digitally Remastered Opera Recording)
• Total Playing Time: Disc 1 – 53:26; Disc 2 – 60:42
• Format: Compact Digital Audio – 2-CD Set, Libretto Included
• Label: RCA Victor Gold Seal – Opera Series (Import)
• Recording Date: 1958
• Produced by: Richard Mohr (Original), Reissue produced by John Pfeiffer
• Digital Remastering: Andre Gauthier (Supervisor: Anthony Salvatore, Engineer)
• Orchestra & Chorus: Metropolitan Opera Orchestra & Chorus
• Conductor: Dimitri Mitropoulos
• Art Direction: JJ Stelmach

Overview

English:
Discover "Vanessa," a landmark opera recording from the illustrious RCA Victor Gold Seal Opera Series. Featuring music by Samuel Barber (1910–1981) and an exceptional cast—including Eleanor Steber, Nicolai Gedda, Rosalind Elias, Giorgio Tozzi, and Regina Resnik—this 2-disc set immerses you in one of the most compelling American operatic works. Performed by the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra & Chorus under the insightful direction of Dimitri Mitropoulos, this edition, originally recorded in 1958, has been digitally remastered to preserve its historic warmth and clarity. The set includes the libretto, offering a complete operatic experience.

French (Présentation):
Découvrez « Vanessa », un enregistrement d'opéra incontournable issu de la prestigieuse série RCA Victor Gold Seal Opera Series. Composée par Samuel Barber (1910–1981) et interprétée par un casting exceptionnel – comprenant Eleanor Steber, Nicolai Gedda, Rosalind Elias, Giorgio Tozzi et Regina Resnik – cette collection en 2 CD vous plonge au cœur d'une œuvre lyrique américaine captivante. Exécuté par le Metropolitan Opera Orchestra & Chorus sous la direction éclairée de Dimitri Mitropoulos, cet enregistrement, initialement réalisé en 1958, a été numériquement remastérisé pour préserver sa chaleur historique et sa clarté sonore. Le livret est inclus, offrant ainsi une expérience opératique complète.

Product Features

• Format & Medium:
  • 2 Compact Digital Audio Discs, digitally remastered for optimum sound quality
  • Libretto Included for in-depth understanding of the opera's narrative

• Performance & Production:
  • Conducted by Dimitri Mitropoulos
  • Metropolitan Opera Orchestra & Chorus delivering world-class performance
  • Original recording produced by Richard Mohr and engineered by Lewis Layton in 1958; reissue produced by John Pfeiffer with digital remastering by Andre Gauthier (Supervisor: Anthony Salvatore)

• Cast Highlights:
  • Vanessa: Eleanor Steber
  • Anatol: Nicolai Gedda
  • The Old Baroness: Rosalind Elias
  • The Old Doctor: Regina Resnik
  • Nicholas, the Major-Domo: (George Cehanovsky contributes alongside Giorgio Tozzi)
  • A Footman: Robert Nagy

Interesting Facts

English:

• Historic Recording Reimagined: Originally recorded in 1958, this opera set has been masterfully remastered to merge historical authenticity with modern digital clarity, offering listeners an immersive auditory journey into mid-20th century operatic art.
• Operatic Excellence: With a stellar cast and the distinguished Metropolitan Opera Orchestra & Chorus, "Vanessa" remains a celebrated example of American opera, brilliantly conducted by Dimitri Mitropoulos.
• Complete Operatic Package: Beyond the mesmerizing performances, the inclusion of the libretto allows audiences to follow the narrative and appreciate the depth of Samuel Barber’s composition.
• Production Legacy: Produced under the revered RCA Victor Gold Seal banner, this recording exemplifies the highest standards in operatic recording and production history.

French (Faits Intéressants):

• Enregistrement Historique Réinventé : Enregistré initialement en 1958, ce coffret d'opéra a été remastérisé avec soin pour allier l'authenticité historique à la clarté numérique moderne, offrant aux auditeurs un voyage sonore immersif dans l'art opératique du milieu du XXe siècle.
• Excellence Opératique : Doté d'un casting de premier ordre et du prestigieux Metropolitan Opera Orchestra & Chorus, "Vanessa" reste un exemple célébré de l'opéra américain, magnifiquement dirigé par Dimitri Mitropoulos.
• Ensemble Complet : Outre des performances envoûtantes, l'inclusion du livret permet au public de suivre le récit et d'apprécier la profondeur de la composition de Samuel Barber.
• Héritage de Production : Produit sous la bannière prestigieuse RCA Victor Gold Seal, cet enregistrement incarne les plus hautes normes en matière d'enregistrements et de production opératique.

Track Listing

(For detailed tracking and scene timing, please refer to the inside booklet.)

• Disc 1:
  • Features the first half of the opera "Vanessa" with key arias and ensemble pieces, totaling 53:26 minutes.

• Disc 2:
  • Presents the concluding acts of "Vanessa," culminating in the opera’s dramatic finale over 60:42 minutes.

Publishers

This recording is part of the esteemed RCA Victor Gold Seal Opera Series. It is distributed under the trademark of RCA Corporation, with printing and production overseen by TOPAC in Germany. All trademarks and publishing details are clearly indicated on the packaging.

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French:

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