Description

Vincenzo Bellini - Norma: Live from the Gran Teatre del Liceu, Barcelona 2007

UPC: 0807290146592

Product Features

Title: Norma
Composer: Vincenzo Bellini
Libretto: Felice Romani, based on a play by Alexandre Soumet
Format: 2x DVD
Sound Format: PCM Stereo, DD 5.1, DTS 5.1
Menu Language: English
Subtitle Languages: Italian (Original Language), English, German, French, Spanish, Catalan
Picture Format: 16:9
Region Code: 0 (Region Free)
Running Time: 169 mins
DVD Type: DVD 9/NTSC
Release Year: 2015
Publisher: Arthaus Musik GmbH

Overview

Experience the grandeur of Vincenzo Bellini's "Norma" in this live performance from the Gran Teatre del Liceu in Barcelona. This production, a co-production with the Grand Theatre de Genève, captures the dramatic intensity and lyrical beauty of Bellini's masterpiece. Conducted by Giuliano Carella and directed by Francisco Negrin, the performance features a stellar cast and the acclaimed Symphony Orchestra and Chorus of the Gran Teatre del Liceu.

Interesting Facts

Historical Significance: "Norma" is one of Bellini's most celebrated operas, known for its challenging soprano role and beautiful melodies. The aria "Casta Diva" is particularly famous.
Stellar Cast: This production features Fiorenza Cedolins as Norma, Sonia Ganassi as Adalgisa, Vincenzo La Scola as Pollione, and Andrea Papi as Oroveso. Their performances bring depth and emotion to the complex characters.
Artistic Direction: Francisco Negrin's direction and Anthony Baker's set design, combined with Jonathan Morrell's costume design, create a visually stunning and emotionally compelling production.
Musical Excellence: The Symphony Orchestra and Chorus of the Gran Teatre del Liceu, under the baton of Giuliano Carella, deliver a powerful and nuanced performance, bringing Bellini's score to life.
Production Quality: Directed for TV and video by Pietro D'Agostino, with photography by Alberto Rodríguez and executive production by Cristina Viñas, this DVD ensures high-quality sound and picture, providing an immersive viewing experience.