Vincenzo Bellini: Norma – A Masterpiece Reimagined at Teatro Regio di Parma (Blu-ray Disc)

Product Information

• UPC: 807280919998
• Product Type: Blu-ray Disc (Dual Layer, 50 GB)
• Title: Norma
• Composer: Vincenzo Bellini
• Performers:                    Stage Director: Roberto Ando
  • Shin Young Hoon
  • Ildar Abdrazakov
  • June Anderson
  • Daniela Barcellona
  • Svetlana Ignatovitch
• Conductor: Fabio Biondi
• Orchestra & Chorus: Orchestra Europa Galante (on period instruments) and Coro del Festival Verdi
• Recording Venue & Date: Teatro Regio di Parma, 2001
• Picture Format: 4:3 (Upscaled to 1080i High Definition)
• Sound Formats: PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS 5.1
• Original Language: Italian
• Subtitles: Italian, English, German, French, Spanish, Chinese (ZH)
• Running Time: 163 minutes
• Produced by: ARTHAUS MUSIK GmbH (in association with Rai Trade)
• Region Code: Worldwide (Region Code 0)
• Additional Info: ARTHAUS MUSIK and its logo are registered trademarks of StudioCanal GmbH. Licensed for non-commercial private use only.

Creative Title

Norma – Bellini’s Timeless Masterpiece at Teatro Regio di Parma

Overview

Experience the soaring passion and exquisite beauty of Vincenzo Bellini's Norma as presented in this legendary production at the Teatro Regio di Parma in 2001. Staged by the innovative Italian director Roberto Ando, this production brings together an international ensemble of stars including American soprano June Anderson as Norma, the commanding presence of Shin Young Hoon and Ildar Abdrazakov, and the luminous talents of Daniela Barcellona and Svetlana Ignatovitch. Conducted by Fabio Biondi with the historically informed Orchestra Europa Galante and supported by the Coro del Festival Verdi, this performance redefines early 19th-century opera with its flawless balance between the vocal artistry and the evocative sound of period instruments.

Italian Translation – Overview (Panoramica)

Vivi la passione travolgente e l'incredibile bellezza di Norma di Vincenzo Bellini, presentata in questa leggendaria produzione al Teatro Regio di Parma nel 2001. Messa in scena dal visionario regista italiano Roberto Ando, questa produzione riunisce un ensemble internazionale di stelle, tra cui la soprano americana June Anderson nel ruolo di Norma, la presenza imponente di Shin Young Hoon e Ildar Abdrazakov, e il talento radioso di Daniela Barcellona e Svetlana Ignatovitch. Diretta da Fabio Biondi con l'Orchestra Europa Galante, che utilizza strumenti d'epoca per un'autentica interpretazione storica, e supportata dal Coro del Festival Verdi, questa performance ridefinisce l'opera del primo Ottocento, creando un perfetto equilibrio tra arte vocale ed emozionante sonorità.

Product Features

• Historic Production:
  • Recorded live at the Teatro Regio di Parma in 2001.
  • A landmark performance celebrated for its artistic and dramatic excellence.
• Stellar Cast & Crew:
  • Featuring internationally acclaimed artists: Shin Young Hoon, Ildar Abdrazakov, June Anderson, Daniela Barcellona, and Svetlana Ignatovitch.
  • Expertly directed by Roberto Ando and conducted by Fabio Biondi.
• Authentic Musical Experience:
  • Orchestra Europa Galante performs on period instruments, enhancing the historical authenticity.
  • Coro del Festival Verdi provides a rich, velvety choral backdrop.
• Technical Excellence:
  • Presented in a 4:3 picture format upscaled to 1080i HD.
  • Superior sound reproduction with PCM Stereo, Dolby Digital 5.1, and DTS 5.1.
• Long-Tail Keywords:
  • buy Bellini Norma Blu-ray online, Bellini Norma Teatro Regio Parma Blu-ray, historic opera Bellini Norma DVD, Fabio Biondi conducting Norma, Roberto Ando opera production

Interesting Facts

Artistic and Historical Highlights

• Reinvigorating a Classic:
  • This production of Norma revitalizes Bellini’s timeless opera, capturing its dramatic intensity and lyrical beauty.
• Innovative Staging:
  • Director Roberto Ando’s modern cinematic approach melds with classic operatic traditions to deliver a visually and emotionally captivating performance.
• Authenticity in Performance:
  • Fabio Biondi’s transparent conducting and the authentic performance practice of Orchestra Europa Galante offer a fresh perspective on early 19th-century opera.
• Critical Acclaim:
  • The ensemble’s impeccable balance between vocal finesse and instrumental nuance has been lauded for its constant musical dialogue and clarity.

Italian Translation – Interesting Facts (Fatti Interessanti)

• Rivitalizzazione di un Classico:
  • Questa produzione di Norma rivitalizza l'opera senza tempo di Bellini, catturandone l'intensità drammatica e la bellezza lirica.
• Messa in Scena Innovativa:
  • L'approccio cinematografico moderno del regista Roberto Ando si fonde con le tradizioni classiche dell'opera, offrendo una performance visivamente ed emotivamente coinvolgente.
• Autenticità Interpretativa:
  • La direzione trasparente di Fabio Biondi e l'interpretazione autentica dell'Orchestra Europa Galante offrono una nuova prospettiva sull'opera del primo Ottocento.
• Lode della Critica:
  • L'equilibrio impeccabile tra la raffinatezza vocale e le sfumature strumentali è stato acclamato per il dialogo musicale costante e la chiarezza esecutiva.

Back Cover Text

Step into a world of operatic splendor with Bellini's Norma, as brought to life at the Teatro Regio di Parma. This unforgettable production, with its innovative direction and authentic performance on period instruments, invites you to experience a renewed vision of one of opera's greatest masterpieces—a true celebration of artistic excellence and dramatic passion.

Italian Translation – Back Cover Text

Entra in un mondo di splendore operistico con Norma di Bellini, messa in scena al Teatro Regio di Parma. Questa produzione indimenticabile, con la sua direzione innovativa e l'interpretazione autentica con strumenti d'epoca, ti invita a vivere una visione rinnovata di uno dei capolavori più grandi dell'opera—una vera celebrazione dell'eccellenza artistica e della passione drammatica.

Publishers

This production is presented by ARTHAUS MUSIK GmbH in association with Rai Trade. All rights reserved by ARTHAUS MUSIK GmbH. Licensed for non-commercial private use only.

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