Vivaldi: Orlando Furioso – A Baroque Opera Masterpiece (DVD Video)

Product Information

• UPC: 807280920093
• Product Type: DVD / Video (DVD 9/NTSC, Dual Layer)
• Title: Orlando Furioso
• Composer: Antonio Vivaldi
• Performers:                                  Stage Director: Pier Luigi Pizzi
  • Marilyn Horne
  • Susan Patterson
  • Kathleen Kuhlmann
  • Sandra Walker
  • Jeffrey Gall
• Conductor: Randall Behr
• Orchestra and Chorus: Orchestra and Chorus of the San Francisco Opera
• Recording Venue: San Francisco Opera (Production from 1990)
• Original Language: Italian
• Subtitles: Italian, English, German, French, Spanish
• Picture Format: 4:3 NTSC
• Sound Format: PCM Stereo
• Running Time: 147 minutes
• Region Code: 0 (worldwide)
• Produced by: Monarda Arts in association with the San Francisco Opera
• Copyright: © 2016 by ARTHAUS MUSIK GmbH. ARTHAUS MUSIK and the ARTHAUS logo are registered trademarks of StudioCanal GmbH.

Creative Title

Orlando Furioso – Vivaldi’s Baroque Brilliance Reimagined

Overview

Discover the resplendent world of Antonio Vivaldi beyond his famed "Four Seasons" with Orlando Furioso. This extraordinary opera, revived by the visionary stage director Pier Luigi Pizzi, represents one of Vivaldi’s most significant dramatic works. Recorded live with the San Francisco Opera in 1990, the production dazzles with a vibrant mix of powerful vocal performances by Marilyn Horne, Susan Patterson, Kathleen Kuhlmann, Sandra Walker, and Jeffrey Gall. Conducted by Randall Behr, the opera combines stunning musical interpretation with a beautifully crafted libretto, offering an enchanting journey through recitative brilliance, dramatic balance, and exquisite baroque artistry.

Italian Translation – Overview (Panoramica)

Scoprite il mondo sfolgorante di Antonio Vivaldi oltre il celebre "Le Quattro Stagioni" con Orlando Furioso. Quest'opera straordinaria, rivisitata dal visionario regista di scena Pier Luigi Pizzi, rappresenta una delle opere drammatiche più significative di Vivaldi. Registrata dal vivo con la San Francisco Opera nel 1990, la produzione incanta con un vibrante mix di potenti interpretazioni vocali di Marilyn Horne, Susan Patterson, Kathleen Kuhlmann, Sandra Walker e Jeffrey Gall. Diretta da Randall Behr, l'opera unisce una straordinaria interpretazione musicale a un libretto finemente realizzato, offrendo un viaggio incantevole attraverso una brillantezza recitativa, un equilibrio drammatico e una squisita arte barocca.

Product Features

• Historic Live Production: Captured during a landmark 1990 performance at the San Francisco Opera.
• Vibrant Vocal Cast: Features acclaimed artists Marilyn Horne, Susan Patterson, Kathleen Kuhlmann, Sandra Walker, and Jeffrey Gall.
• Visionary Direction: Stage direction by Pier Luigi Pizzi, whose innovative production in Verona in 1979 sparked renewed global interest in Vivaldi’s operas.
• Musical Excellence: Conducted by Randall Behr, delivering a performance that beautifully balances dramatic narrative with musical virtuosity.
• Technical Excellence:Long-Tail Keywords: buy live Vivaldi opera DVD online, Orlando Furioso Vivaldi San Francisco Opera, Pier Luigi Pizzi opera production, Randall Behr conducting Vivaldi, baroque opera DVD, award-winning opera performance
  • Picture: 4:3 NTSC format that captures the classic baroque stage presence.
  • Sound: PCM Stereo provides a clear, immersive audio experience.

Interesting Facts

Artistic and Historical Highlights

• Revival of a Forgotten Masterpiece: While Vivaldi is best known for his instrumental works, Orlando Furioso marks his creative maturity in the realm of opera.
• Critical Acclaim: The production was lauded by critics and the public alike, with enthusiastic reviews celebrating its innovative staging and musical splendor.
• Pioneering Staging: Pier Luigi Pizzi’s production in Verona in 1979 was a turning point that revived interest in Vivaldi’s operas, paving the way for this celebrated San Francisco Opera production.
• Cultural Impact: This opera not only highlights Vivaldi’s dramatic talent but also reinforces the enduring appeal of baroque opera in the modern era.

Italian Translation – Interesting Facts (Curiosità)

• Rinascita di un capolavoro dimenticato: Sebbene Vivaldi sia principalmente noto per le sue opere strumentali, Orlando Furioso segna la sua piena maturità creativa nel campo dell'opera.
• Acclamazione della critica: La produzione è stata elogiata sia dalla critica che dal pubblico, con recensioni entusiastiche che celebrano la sua regia innovativa e lo splendore musicale.
• Scenografia pionieristica: La produzione di Pier Luigi Pizzi a Verona nel 1979 è stata un punto di svolta che ha risvegliato l'interesse per le opere di Vivaldi, aprendo la strada a questa celebre produzione della San Francisco Opera.
• Impatto culturale: Quest'opera non solo mette in luce il talento drammatico di Vivaldi, ma rafforza anche il fascino senza tempo dell'opera barocca nell'era moderna.

Back Cover Text

Step into the magnificence of Vivaldi’s Orlando Furioso with this legendary production by the San Francisco Opera. Experience the dramatic power, vibrant vocal artistry, and baroque elegance that redefines a long-forgotten masterpiece. A must-have for opera enthusiasts and collectors alike.

Italian Translation – Back Cover Text

Entrate nella magnificenza di Orlando Furioso di Vivaldi con questa produzione leggendaria della San Francisco Opera. Vivete il potere drammatico, l'arte vocale vibrante e l'eleganza barocca che ridefiniscono un capolavoro a lungo dimenticato. Un must per gli appassionati d'opera e i collezionisti.

Publishers

This DVD production is brought to you by ARTHAUS MUSIK in association with Monarda Arts and the San Francisco Opera. Recorded in a landmark performance in 1990, all rights are reserved by ARTHAUS MUSIK GmbH.

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