Verdi: Un Ballo In Maschera (Highlights) / Decca LP Stereo 1972 

SET 538

Product Features

• Label: Decca – SET 538
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Stereo
• Country: UK
• Released: 1972
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Opera

Overview

"Un Ballo In Maschera" is one of Giuseppe Verdi's most intriguing operas, filled with political intrigue, romance, and tragedy. This Decca LP captures the highlights of the opera with a star-studded cast featuring the illustrious Renata Tebaldi, Luciano Pavarotti, and Sherrill Milnes. Conducted by Bruno Bartoletti, the Accademia Nazionale Di Santa Cecilia's orchestra and chorus bring Verdi's powerful music to life in this 1972 stereo recording.

Interesting Facts

• Giuseppe Verdi: An iconic Italian composer, Verdi's works are a staple of the opera repertoire. "Un Ballo In Maschera" premiered in 1859 and is known for its complex characters and dramatic narrative.
• Renata Tebaldi: One of the greatest sopranos of the 20th century, Tebaldi's voice is celebrated for its beauty and emotional power.
• Luciano Pavarotti: Widely regarded as one of the finest tenors in history, Pavarotti's interpretation of Riccardo is both passionate and technically superb.
• Sherrill Milnes: An acclaimed baritone, Milnes' portrayal of Renato is notable for its depth and intensity.
• Accademia Nazionale Di Santa Cecilia: Based in Rome, this orchestra is one of Italy's most prestigious musical institutions, renowned for its interpretations of classical and operatic works.

Track Listing

Side A:

1. Act 1, Scene 1: La Rivedrà Nell'Estasi - 2:41
2. Act 1, Scene 1: Alla Vita Che T'Arride - 3:08
3. Act 1, Scene 2: Zitti... Re Dell'Abisso - 3:37
4. Act 1, Scene 2: Di' Tu Se Fedele - 3:02
5. Act 1, Scene 2: E' Scherzo Od E' Follia - 3:38
6. Act 2, Scene 1: Ecco L'Orrido Campo... Ma Dall'Arido Stelo Divulsa... Teco Io Sto - 14:45

Side B:

1. Act 2, Scene 1: Ve' Se Di Notte - 4:49
2. Act 3, Scene 1: Morro, Ma Prima In Grazia... Eri Tu - 9:54
3. Act 3, Scene 2: Ma Se M'È Forza Perderti - 2:50
4. Act 3, Scene 3: Saper Vorreste - 1:58
5. Act 3, Scene 3: Ah! Perchè Qui?... Ella E' Pura - 9:28

Key Credits

• Baritone Vocals [Renato]: Sherrill Milnes
• Baritone Vocals [Tom]: Nicolas Christou
• Bass Vocals [Samuel]: Leonardo Monreale
• Chorus: The Chorus Of The Accademia Nazionale Di Santa Cecilia, Rome
• Chorus Master: Giorgio Kirschner
• Compiled By: Ray Crick
• Composed By: Giuseppe Verdi
• Conductor: Bruno Bartoletti
• Engineer [Recording]: James Lock, Kenneth Wilkinson
• Liner Notes: K. B. Pafford
• Liner Notes [Libretto Translation]: Peggie Cochrane
• Mezzo-soprano Vocals [Ulrica]: Regina Resnik
• Orchestra: The Orchestra Of The Accademia Nazionale Di Santa Cecilia, Rome
• Producer [Recording]: John Mordler, Michael Woolcock
• Soprano Vocals [Amelia]: Renata Tebaldi
• Soprano Vocals [Oscar]: Helen Donath
• Tenor Vocals [Riccardo]: Luciano Pavarotti

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