Ponchielli's La Gioconda: Complete Opera

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Enzo, the tenor lead in this opera, is one of the few roles in Placido Domingo's repertoire that he hasn't recorded before, so this release is particularly welcome. He is in remarkably good voice for a tenor in his 60s, with the tenorial "ping" still exciting at the top of the range despite a slightly pinched production and the baritonal rest of the voice warm and welcome. If he's occasionally a bit short of breath, well, it's still a stunning performance, and Domingo seems as involved in the two-dimensional character as possible. But this opera is nothing without a great Gioconda, and mezzo-turned-soprano Violeta Urmana is splendid. Her weighty, grand tone is darkly colored and expressive; she can softly float a beautiful high B-flat or ride over the orchestra with equal ease, and if she misses the sheer beauty of Caballé or the perfection of Callas, who doesn't? Urmana is a superb artist. Lado Ataneli exhibits a fine baritone as the evil Barnaba, lacking only an audible sneer and some more play with the text; creamy-voiced mezzo Luciana D'Intino does what she can with the good-but-puzzled Laura; Elisabetta Fiorillo's dusky contralto is well suited to Gioconda's blind, saintly mother, and as Alvise, bass Roberto Scandiuzzi's voice seems to have fallen apart. Marcello Viotti leads the most thrilling and, indeed, orchestrally beautiful performance of this opera on disc, and the sound is big and rich--just right for this larger-than-life melodrama. Don't throw your Callas Gioconda away, but this one is marvelous. --Robert Levine

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Ponchielli: La Gioconda (complete opera) with Maria Callas, Fiorenza Cossotto, Antonino Votto, Orchestra & Chorus of La Scala, Milan
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 Ponchielli: La Gioconda (complete opera) with Maria Callas, Fiorenza Cossotto, Antonino Votto, Orchestra & Chorus of La Scala, Milan

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  3. Cherubini: Medea (complete opera live 1953) with Maria Callas, Fedora Barbieri, Leonard Bernstein, Orchestra & Chorus of La Scala, Milan
  4. Bellini: La Sonnambula (complete opera live 1955) with Maria Callas, Giuseppe Modesti, Leonard Bernstein, Chorus & Orchestra of La Scala, Milan
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ASIN: B000002RXV
Release Date: 1997-08-19

Tracks:

  1. La Gioconda: Preludio
  2. La Gioconda: Act 1 - Feste E Pane! (Barnaba)
  3. La Gioconda: Act 1 - E Cantan Su Lor Tombe! (Barnaba) (Gioconda)
  4. La Gioconda: Act 1 - Figlia, Che Reggi Il Tremulo Pie (Cieca) (Gioconda) (Barnaba)
  5. La Gioconda: Act 1 - L'ora Non Giunse Ancor Del Vespro Santo (Gioconda) (Barnaba) (Cieca)
  6. La Gioconda: Act 1 - Polso Di Cerro! (Barnaba) (Cieca)
  7. La Gioconda: Act 1 - Suo Covo E Un Tugurio (Barnaba) (Cieca) (Gioconda) (Enzo) (Laura)
  8. La Gioconda: Act 1 - Che? La Plebe Or Qui I Arroga (Alvise) (Gioconda) (Laura) (Barnaba) (Enzo)
  9. La Gioconda: Act 1 - Voce Di Donna O D'angelo (Cieca) (Laura) (Gioconda) (Alvise) (Barnaba)
  10. La Gioconda: Act 1 - Enzo Grimaldo, Principe Di Santafior, Che Pensi?
  11. La Gioconda: Act 1 - O Grido Di Quest'anima (Barnaba) (Enzo)
  12. La Gioconda: Act 1 - Maledici? Sta Ben...L'amor T'accieca (Barnaba) (Gioconda)
  13. La Gioconda: Act 1 - O Monumento! (Barnaba)
  14. La Gioconda: Act 1 - Carneval! Baccanal!
  15. La Gioconda: Act 1 - Angele Dei (Gioconda) (Cieca)

Tracks:

  1. La Gioconda: Act 2 - Ho! He! Ho! He! Fissa Il Timone!
  2. La Gioconda: Act 2 - Prescator, Affonda L'esca (Barnaba)
  3. La Gioconda: Act 2 - Prescator, Affonda L'esca (Barnaba)
  4. La Gioconda: Act 2 - Sia Gloria Ai Canti Dei Naviganti! (Enzo)
  5. La Gioconda: Act 2 - Cielo E Mar! (Enzo)
  6. La Gioconda: Act 2 - Ma Chi Vien? (Enzo) (Barnaba) (Laura)
  7. La Gioconda: Act 2 - Laggiu Nelle Nebbie Remote
  8. La Gioconda: Act 2 - E Il Tuo Nocchiere Or La Fuga T'appresta (Enzo) (Laura)
  9. La Gioconda: Act 2 - Stella Del Marinar! (Laura)
  10. La Gioconda: Act 2 - E Un Anatema!
  11. La Gioconda: Act 2 - La Attesi E Il Tempo Colsi
  12. La Gioconda: Act 2 - L'amo Come Il Fulgor Del Creato!
  13. La Gioconda: Act 2 - Il Mio Braccio T'affera! (Gioconda) (Laura)
  14. La Gioconda: Act 2 - Maledizion! Ha Presto Il Vol! (Barnaba) (Gioconda) (Enzo)
  15. La Gioconda: Act 2 - Vedi La, Nel Canal Morto (Gioconda) (Enzo)

Tracks:

  1. La Gioconda: Act 3 - Scene 1 - Si! Morir Ella De'!
  2. La Gioconda: Act 3 - Scene 1 - Ombre Di Mia Prosapia (Alvise)
  3. La Gioconda: Act 3 - Scene 1 - Qui Chiamata M'avete? ...Bella Cosi, Madonna
  4. La Gioconda: Act 3 - Scene 1 - Morir! E Troppo Orribile! (Laura) (Alvise)
  5. La Gioconda: Act 3 - Scene 1 - La Gaia Canzone (Alvise) (Gioconda) (Laura)
  6. La Gioconda: Act 3 - Scene 1 - O Madre Mia, Nell'isola Fatale (Gioconda)
  7. La Gioconda: Act 3 - Scene 2 - Benvenuti Messeri! Andrea Sagredo! (Alvise)
  8. La Gioconda: Act 3 - Scene 2 - Grazie Vi Rendo Per Le Vostre Laudi (Alvise)
  9. La Gioconda: Act 3 - Scene 2 - Prodigio! Incanto!
  10. La Gioconda: Act 3 - Scene 2 - Vieni!...Lasciami!
  11. La Gioconda: Act 3 - Scene 2 - Gia Ti Veggo Immota E Smorta (Barnaba) (Cieca) (Alvise) (Enzo) (Gioconda)
  12. La Gioconda: Act 4 - Nessun V'ha Visto? (Gioconda)
  13. La Gioconda: Act 4 - Suicidio! (Gioconda)
  14. La Gioconda: Act 4 - Ecco, Il Velen Di Laura (Gioconda) (Enzo)
  15. La Gioconda: Act 4 - Ridarti Il Sol, La Vita! (Gioconda) (Enzo)
  16. La Gioconda: Act 4 - O Furibonda Jena (Enzo) (Gioconda) (Laura)
  17. La Gioconda: Act 4 - Ten Va Serenata (Gioconda) (Enzo) (Laura)
  18. La Gioconda: Act 4 - La Barca S'avvicina (Gioconda)
  19. La Gioconda: Act 4 - Quest'ultimo Bacio Che Il Pianto (Gioconda) (Laura) (Enzo)
  20. La Gioconda: Act 4 - Ora Posso Morir. Tutto E Compiuto
  21. La Gioconda: Act 4 - Vo' Farmi Piu Gaia, Piu Fulgida Ancora (Gioconda) (Barnaba)

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The mercilessly self-critical Maria Callas considered her singing in the last act here among the most satisfying of her records, saying that "it's all there for anyone who cares to understand or wishes to know what I was about." "Suicidio" emerges less a histrionic soliloquy than an interior, multi- dimensional monologue. Moreover, the soprano is in better voice than her 1952 Cetra Gioconda, which, however, boasts a more vibrant supporting cast, greater energy from the podium (especially in the first act), and avoids a small but not insignificant cut Antonino Votto makes here in the final act. EMI furnishes full texts and translations, an excellent essay that places this recording in context, and excellent remastered sonics. --Jed Distler

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars CALLAS CARRIES THE SHOW.......2006-07-12

This recording was done in September, 1959, when Callas was right in the middle of the marital quadrangle with Aristotle Onasis. She had just ended her marriage and was all over the front pages of the newspapers. It is amazing, that in the midst of all of this media frenzy, Callas was able to go into La Scala and record such a performance as that heard here. Callas is in thrilling vocal condition here, and she creates a vivid and compelling characterization of the tormented street singer. There are actually a few instances when her top notes are more secure than they were on her earlier 1952 recording (!) Unfortunately, Callas had to carry much of this performance by herself. Fiorenza Cossotto, certainly a great mezzo, is heard at the very beginning of her career, and the power and authority she later acquired is not very evident here, though she certainly sings well. Also, an equally youthful Piero Cappuccilli provides a somewhat non-menacing Barnaba, though the potential of his voice is certainly obvious (like Cossotto, he also went on to a great career in Europe). Ivo Vinco is a sonorous Alvise. The real weakness in this cast, however, is the tenor Pier Miranda Ferraro, who never really "made it". His singing is merely adequate, but in the company of Callas and even the very young Cossotto and Cappuccilli, it comes off as less than even that.
The stereo sound here is very good, and the sound balances are excellent. I cannot give this recording an unqualified rave (due to the weakness of the tenor, and to a lesser extent, the work of Cossotto and Cappuccilli, both for whom the best work was still in the future), but Callas' performance is so outstanding, and her singing so persuasive that it washes away all else.

5 out of 5 stars A STUPENDOUS FAREWELL.......2005-10-04

In 1960, I purchased this wonderful recording on vinyl. At that time, there were those that were saying Callas was "loosing her voice." In this recording Maria certainly refuted that opinion. Maria was in spectacular voice for this recording of "La Giaconda" sounding as if she had not done the huge amount of very "heavy-duty" singing she had done during the decade preceding this recording in order to establish herself as the leading Prima Donna of the age (as it turns out, of all ages). Along with being in astoundly "good voice" for this recording, her interpretive skills are at their peak! She makes the heroine a living, breathing creature NOT just an "operatic heroine". Therefore, I, in my youth, could not understand why some individuals thought that Maria Callas' art (voice) was deteriorating. Sadly, I lived through Maria's "crash and burn"-always hoping "for the miracle" that never came. Anyway this is a fantastic recording capturing "La Divina" at her very best. Perhaps this recording does indeed give credence to the saying "Before the candle flickers out, it flares for one more magnificent moment" as was so succulently phrased by a previous reviewer. Maria is truly magnificent in this recording.

After so many years, it is most moving, for me, to return to this recording in this wonderful format. EMI has done a spectacular job of restoring and/or enhancing this glorious recording. This time around, I'm just not overwhelmed with Callas alone (as previously); Cossoto and Cappuccilli are spectacular with Votto conducting the hell out of the score. Once again, this recording has "moved" me down to my soul. In retrospect along with the knowledge of what happened in the years that followed this recording, I find this recording to be one of the most emotionally moving experiences of my life.

5 out of 5 stars Brava Brava Brava that is all I can say.......2005-08-29

This is the best recording of La Gioconda period. I just can't put into words on how I personally felt when my ears first listened to this recording. I loved it so much that I listened to it 3 times in a row during my rest day. I just can't stop. I do not need to elaborate the good points of this recording as they were already said by other reviewers. The only reason for other Callas fans not to buy this recording is price. This is an expensive set. But without hesitation I will tell anyone that this is worth it. The price you pay for the purchase is nothing compared to the enjoyment you will get after listening to this recording. In my heart The La Divina is the best no matter what other critics say. This recording is the testament to what I believe.

5 out of 5 stars Flawless Gioconda by a tormented artist.......2004-10-29

La Gioconda was Callas' debut in Italy, back in 1947 in Verona with the then unknown Richard Tucker. It was then and there that Tullio Serafin, this greatest of all "Singer's conductors" saw the great gift behind the shy and young Maria Callas. He invited her to do thr great Wagner-roles with him in Italy and they once performed a miracle, namely that Callas sang the Wagner-Brünnhilde (Walkuere) and Elvira (I Puritani!) in the same week. It was unheard of, impossible... Yet she made it possible. Now what about La Gioconda? I remember listening to Rosa Ponselle's "Suicido" and thinking: What a voice! What an artist! (Ponselle was, in Callas' opinion, the greatest of them all!) Then I heard Callas singing the same lines with those incredible chest-notes where she sounds like a natural contralto! THEN I realised all this was about suicide, about love! Listen to her in the final act, Callas said that anyone who wanted to know what she was about should listen to this. I did. And my heart bled. Not because she wasn't wonderful but because this voice which so many had called ugly was so hauntingly beautiful. There are but a few things that I know to be true but if there's one thing I DO know is that Callas will be worshipped by generations to come.
As for Renata Scotto as Gioconda, pointed out by a horrible basher from California: Scotto becan as a light lyric, listen to her in "La Straniera" for example. Her Gilda, Lucia and Amina are as gorgeous as can be. As far as the drama goes her Adriana, Violetta, Butterfly, Desdemona, Maddalena and Tosca are great. Yet, there's something that Tebaldi disliked about her tackling roles that only spintos and dramatic sopranos can do justice to, these being Elisabetta, Gioconda, Lady Macbeth etc. Not to say that all these aren't amazing but while Callas was a "natural" in these, Scotto had to fight and strain herself to sing these roles. Yet, I love this woman in anything she does and seeing her live as Fedora was a great night, just to give you one example. Scotto called Callas her "unequalled role-model" quoting the fabulous Leonie Rysanek who said the same and who was a divine Gioconda herself.

5 out of 5 stars Great Gioconda.......2004-10-21

It has been said that this is Maria Callas's best and most insightful recording. The voice is not as rounded and secure as the one she boasted on the earlier Cetra 1952 recording (anyone curious about this artist should try to get this recording), but she is absolutely great. Her ability to convey emotions, command of text and shading of words is a lesson for any singer. The cast is rather less refined, with the exception of Cossotto and the young Cappuccilli. This recording belongs in any opera lover's shelf.
There are other excellent recordings of Gioconda out there. Renata Tebaldi recorded the rôle in 1967, and she gives an amazingly dramatic performance, singing, as usual, with golden-toned voice and secure, granitic, dark chest notes. She is well partnered by a superb cast, including the aristocratic Carlo Bergonzi and the formidable Marilyn Horne. The Anita Cerquetti recording is also well worth listening to, for a stupendous dramatic voice, although she finds less light and shadow in her characterization than Callas and Tebaldi. Mario del Monaco was her Enzo on this recording, among other famous artists including Cesare Siepi, Ettore Bastianini and Giulietta Simionato. The Caballé-Pavarotti recording has the most spectacular sound and orchestral direction. However, Caballé takes on the rôle in a rather melancholic mood, singing with heavenly pianissimos, but sounding at times rather strained, especially in the "suicidio" aria (and without the awe-inspiring chest notes of Callas, Tebaldi and Cerquetti). Pavarotti's ringing, golden voice is a treat for the ear.
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  4. Il Barbiere Di Siviglia, Una Voce Poco Fa
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  7. Rigoletto, Caro Nome
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  9. Romeo Et Juliette, Je Veux Vivre Dans Ce Reve
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  11. Don Giovanni
  12. Cavalleria Rusticana
  13. La Gioconda
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  15. Puccini: Turandot
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  1. Interview
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  3. Interview
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  5. Interview
  6. Interview
  7. Interview
  8. Interview
  9. Interview
  10. Interview
  11. Interview

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In case there was a moment in your life when your suspected that Maria Callas was not a driving force in opera in the last half of this century, pick up this set. Apparently unable to give a dull performance, here we get Callas in La Divina as Rossini's flirty Rosina; Verdi's emotion-torn Aida; Catalani's unbelievably sad Wally (a classic performance, by which all others are measured); Bellini's Norma (ditto); Puccini's lovely, youthful Lauretta in Gianni Schicchi; the same composer's frigid, furious Turandot as well as his confused, desparate Manon Lescaut; Verdi's Loenoras--each noble; Meyerbeer's ditzy Dinorah and Delibes's loco Lakme (in some fabulous, high-flying coloratura singing); and at least a dozen more roles. While it's true that her control over her voice varies--the French coloratura arias, from Gounod and Thomas operas, can be pretty acidic--there's never an uninterested reading, never a once-over read-through. You'll get to know the characters as well as their music by hearing Callas as each heroine--indeed, this collection is like a who's who in opera. No music lover should be without it. --Robert Levine

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Mesmerizing set. La Divina's gift to the world........2006-07-30

I have listened to this 4-cd set numerous times and each occasion yields an abundant harvest. Maria Callas, one of my favorites, thrills, exalts, and saddens the listener to no end. You don't have to be a classical music fan to enjoy and be moved by this music. I cannot find words to substantially explain the beauty and meaning of this set.

Thank you La Divina.

5 out of 5 stars Breathtaking!.......2006-06-11

I am no expert, I just love music. I bought this set in order to get an overview of what Callas offers, boy did I get more than I bargained for. There are many wonderful sopranos, I won't say this one or that one is better... its like good wine, what you choose to drink depends on your mood. Sutherland is purity, Bartoli is sheer joy, Callas is darkness. For me she is the Schubert of the voice and she can make me weep, that is her power, pure and simple.

5 out of 5 stars Callas is Still Opera's Queen.......2005-01-25

With the apparent genius embedded in Callas' singing, it is no wonder that decades after her death, her voice will still echo within the chambers of our living rooms. Her great sense of the bel canto style, combined with the empassioned soul she juxtaposed into her performances, along with her amazing control over the three hundred (acclaimed conductor Nicola Rescigno said this) voices she had, are undeniably the reason why such a controversial singer survived the passing of time with a legion of fans still eager to submit to her amazing and passionate singing. She had the ability to chop a singular, monotonic-sounding instrument to convert it into a million shades of human emotion--something that no great singer was able to do today. She was the divine goddess of opera, able to command any listener to watch and listen to her declaim her roles. It was because of this that she was called "La Divina", and then many years later as "The Voice of the Century". But what defines a Voice of the Century, you might ask? It is the ability to live the life of a character all the while singing the lines, the melodies, the trills, and the embellishments required to bring a certain degree of drama into the role. Meaning there was no need for overornamentation, or such and so. Being the Voix du Secle didn't mean that you could sing coloratura roles so efficiently. If that were so, then Lily Pons would have been the Voice of the Century. Callas did so much more than that. She breathed life into opera, and turned it into the most illustrious and the most highly celebrated of all arts. No other singer can claim to have done that, no matter how amazing the range, how great the tonal quality whatsoever. Only Callas deserves such a title...and she truly was La Divina and The Voice of the Century.

I am also a big fan of Joan Sutherland. I just don't find it right for her to be tackling overly dramatic roles such as Norma, which her middle voices couldn't support. The middle voice is required for Bellini, you know. Joan Sutherland has a perfect vocal technique, but let me let you in on something divulged to me by an authority in music: Joan Sutherland never learned to read notes. She had a perfect sense of hearing, and it was Andre Previn and not Richard Bonynge who introduced the roles to her. Andre Previn would play a note on the piano, and she would just follow by singing. Surprising isn't it that the most celebrated coloratura of our age never learned to read notes? She has a great voice anyhow, but the only other thing that bothered me is that she didn't put her soul into singing. Although her voice remained in her throat until her 60's, the only reason that happened was because she didn't pour out her soul. Callas' technique, although one of the most attractive ever to have walked this planet (she could very well sing anything and be the character), was damaging to the vocal cords. Pouring your soul into the role has a tendency to scratch your instrument. Still, she was the Divine One, and she truly places first as my favorite soprano of all time.

5 out of 5 stars Grand.......2004-05-21

Why won't this Callas-Hater leave Maria alone? If he hates her so much, why did he listen to all her recordings? I doubt that he did, bashing a perfect recording like Callas' Aida shows he hasn't heard it. Even Callas' enemies were floored by her Mexican performances. This collection is absolutely magnificent. La Divina will always be La Divina and no one comes close!

5 out of 5 stars The divine Callas.......2004-05-08

An awesome collection of the most supreme voice in the world! Brava La Divina!!!!!
Beniamino Gigli: The Complete Victor Recordings, Vol. 1: 1921-25
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • gigli in his prime
 Beniamino Gigli: The Complete Victor Recordings, Vol. 1: 1921-25

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  1. Beniamino Gigli: The Complete Victor Recordings, Vol. 3: 1929-32
  2. Beniamino Gigli: The Complete Victor Recordings, Vol. 2: 1926-28

ASIN: B000001S3Y
Release Date: 1996-01-01

Tracks:

  1. Mefistofele: Dai Campi, Dai Prati
  2. Tosca: Recondita Armonia
  3. Tosca: E Lucevan Le Stelle
  4. Mefistofele: Giunto Sul Passo Estremo
  5. La Gioconda: Cielo E Mar!
  6. La Favorite: Spirto Gentil
  7. Faust: Salve, Dimora Casta E Pura
  8. Iris: Apri La Tua Finestra
  9. Tu Sola
  10. Santa Lucia Luntana
  11. I Million D'Arlecchino: Notturno D'amore
  12. Le Roi D'ys: Vainement, Ma Bien Aimee
  13. I Pagliacci:Vesti La Giubba
  14. Serenata
  15. Andrea Chenier: Un Di All'azzurro Spazio
  16. Andrea Chenier: Come Un Bel Di Di Maggio
  17. Tosca: O Dolci Mani
  18. L'Africana: O Paradiso

Tracks:

  1. Loreley: Nel Verde Maggio
  2. Romeo Et Juliette: Ange Adorable
  3. Romeo Et Juliet: Ah, Ne Fuis Pas Encore
  4. Canto Del Cigno
  5. Martha: M'appari
  6. Paquita
  7. Fumiculi, Funicula
  8. Povero Pulcinella
  9. Sentinella
  10. Sto Penzanno 'A Maria
  11. Come, Love With Me
  12. Mandulinata A Napule
  13. L'eliser D'Amore: Quanto E Bella
  14. Lucia Di Lammermoor: Tombe Degl'avi Miei
  15. Lucia Di Lammermoor: Tombe Degl'avi Miei
  16. Tu Che A Dio Spiegasti L'aliLucia Di Lammermoor:
  17. Good Bye, Marie
  18. Quanno 'A Femmena Vo'
  19. Maria, Mari

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars gigli in his prime.......2001-04-21

Gigli went to US in 1920, having made some tonally beautiful but poorly acted acoustics for 'HMV'. Linking to his appearance at the Met, 'Victor' began a long association of recordings both acoustic & electric, and this album from Romophone is the 1st of 3 dealing with this period. Gigli's tone developed to its full during these recs, parallel with some intrusive bad vocal habits - nobody needs to use aspirates at all, and certainly not to the degree of Gigli. The mix on the album balances opera & song. He was one of the best interpreters of Neapolitan songs, having a more ringing style than Schipa and a more affectionate style than Corelli; perhaps di Stefano was a natural successor? On several tracks he has magnificent partners (e.g. Rethberg, Pinza). Some alternative takes are offered, which provide little extra knowledge about the singers, but make things complete. In summary: attractively toned, Italianate singing, if you can ignore his bad habits. The Obert-Thorn transfers are clear, but can sound oversharp with clinical-sounding hardware plus silver-based cabling.
Ponchielli's La Gioconda: Complete Opera
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • A Worthy Entry to the Field
  • Gioconda de calidad con grandes voces femeninas y Domingo
  • A revelation!
 Ponchielli's La Gioconda: Complete Opera
Amilcare Ponchielli , Elisabetta Fiorillo , Roberto Scandiuzzi , Marcello Viotti , and Munich Radio Chorus and Orchestra
Manufacturer: EMI Classics
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  1. Massenet: Manon

ASIN: B000089HAW
Release Date: 2003-05-06

Tracks:

  1. Preludio
  2. Feste E Pane!
  3. E Cantan Su Lor Tombe!
  4. Madre Adorata
  5. L'Ora Non Giunse Ancor
  6. Giuro All'Averno!... Gloria A Chi Vince!
  7. Suo Covo E Un Tugurio - Laggiu Alla Giudeca
  8. Mia Madre... Assassini! Quel Crin Venerando
  9. Ribellion!
  10. Voce Di Donna O D'Angelo
  11. Enzo Grimaldo, Principe Di Santafior
  12. O Laura Mia! O Grido Di Quest'Anima
  13. Maledici? Sta Ben... L'Amor T'Accieca
  14. O Monumento!
  15. Carneval! Baccanal!
  16. Angele Dei... Tramonta Il Sol

Tracks:

  1. Ho! He! Ho! He! Fissa Il Timone!
  2. Pescator, Affonda L'Esca
  3. Ah! Pescator, Affonda L'Esca
  4. Sia Gloria Ai Canti Dei Naviganti!
  5. Cielo E Mar!
  6. Ma Chi Vien?
  7. Deh! Non Turbare Con Ree Paure
  8. Laggiu Nelle Nebbie Remote
  9. E Il Tuo Nocchier Or La Fuga T'Appresta
  10. Stella Del Marinar!
  11. E Un Anatema!... Ah! Chi Sei?
  12. L'Amo Come Il Fulgor Del Creato!
  13. Il Mio Braccio T'Afferra!
  14. Maledizion! Ha Preso Il Vol!
  15. Vedi La, Nel Canal Morto
  16. Tu Sei Tradito!
  17. Si Morir Ella De'!
  18. La Turbini E Farnetichi
  19. Qui Chiamata M'Avete?
  20. Morir! E Troppo Orribile!
  21. E Gia Che Ai Nuovi Imeni
  22. O Madre Mia, Nell'Isola Fatale

Tracks:

  1. Benvenuti, Messeri!
  2. S'Inneggi Alla Ca' D'Oro
  3. Grazie Vi Rendo Per Le Vostre Laudi
  4. Prodigio! Incanto!
  5. Dance Of The Hours
  6. (Andante Poco Mosso)
  7. (Allegro Vivacissimo)
  8. Vieni!... Lasciami!
  9. Gia Ti Veggo Immota E Smorta
  10. Preludio
  11. Nessun V'Ha Visto?... Nessun
  12. Suicidio!...In Questi Fieri Momenti
  13. Ecco Il Velen Di Laura
  14. Dal Carcere M'Hai Tratto
  15. Chi E La?... Mio Dio!... Enzo!
  16. Il Mio Mantel T'Asconda
  17. Ora Posso Morir. Tutto E Compiuto
  18. Si, Il Patto Mantengo
  19. Volesti Il Mio Corpo, Demon Maledetto?

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Enzo, the tenor lead in this opera, is one of the few roles in Placido Domingo's repertoire that he hasn't recorded before, so this release is particularly welcome. He is in remarkably good voice for a tenor in his 60s, with the tenorial "ping" still exciting at the top of the range despite a slightly pinched production and the baritonal rest of the voice warm and welcome. If he's occasionally a bit short of breath, well, it's still a stunning performance, and Domingo seems as involved in the two-dimensional character as possible. But this opera is nothing without a great Gioconda, and mezzo-turned-soprano Violeta Urmana is splendid. Her weighty, grand tone is darkly colored and expressive; she can softly float a beautiful high B-flat or ride over the orchestra with equal ease, and if she misses the sheer beauty of Caballé or the perfection of Callas, who doesn't? Urmana is a superb artist. Lado Ataneli exhibits a fine baritone as the evil Barnaba, lacking only an audible sneer and some more play with the text; creamy-voiced mezzo Luciana D'Intino does what she can with the good-but-puzzled Laura; Elisabetta Fiorillo's dusky contralto is well suited to Gioconda's blind, saintly mother, and as Alvise, bass Roberto Scandiuzzi's voice seems to have fallen apart. Marcello Viotti leads the most thrilling and, indeed, orchestrally beautiful performance of this opera on disc, and the sound is big and rich--just right for this larger-than-life melodrama. Don't throw your Callas Gioconda away, but this one is marvelous. --Robert Levine

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars A Worthy Entry to the Field.......2006-03-11

I'll make this short & sweet. My introduction to Gioconda was the Cerquetti/Del Monaco studio performance on Decca way back in 1960. I loved the opera. Then I heard the Callas/Barbieri/Poggi/Silveri/Neri recording a few months later which turned me into Maria's most devoted fan on my campus. The present Urmana/Domingo issue does not disappoint, but overall I would recommend the Cerquetti as the "best" all around performance ... although I would not be without both Callas performances, the Milanov and Tebaldi studio recordings, and the Caballe for sheer b eauty of the pianissimos. Also, if yu want a blood-and-thunder Gioconda, the Arangi-Lombardi vintage issue is quite thrilling. But, heck, the Urmana is worth a hearing. This is an opera which has not received a bad studio recording to date, so if your finances are limited, this new EMI release is not a poor choice ... it's just surpassed by earlier recordings.

4 out of 5 stars Gioconda de calidad con grandes voces femeninas y Domingo.......2005-02-17

Es esta una version completa y homogenea de la bella pero raramente vista en los teatros 'La Gioconda', de Ponchielli.
Para llevar a buen puerto una 'Gioconda' hacen falta 5 cantantes de primera fila, y aqui, se ha conseguido reunir un plantel de bastante calidad.
La otrora mezzosoprano (y ahora soprano conversa) VIOLETA URMANA se revela como una de las mejores lirico-dramaticas del momento: su voz es bella, potente, homogenea y controlada, y capaz por igual de plegarse al mas sutil pianissimo que al forte. Su Sib sobreagudo en piano de la frase 'Enzo adorato, ah come t'amo' merece todos los respetos y su 'Suicidio!' es de ovacion merecida. En definitiva, una Gioconda de una pieza.
De una pìeza es tambien la no menos sensacional Laura Adorno de la contralto LUCIANA D'INTINO: voz carnosa, bella y emotiva que consigue aqui una creacion memorable de un personaje plagado de bellas melodias. Brava tambien ella. Sus duos con Urmana y Domingo los resuelve con la maestria propia de una veterana, y son una autentica delicia.
El Enzo Grimaldo de un PLACIDO DOMINGO de 62 agnos es una pura delicia: si la voz ha perdido volumen, el color sigue intacto y el agudo es envidiable. Ademas, como siempre, impone su incomparable gusto en el canto, consiguiendo por ejemplo un 'Cielo e mar' memorable, y es capaz de imprimirle a su personaje una gran fuerza dramatica.
La mezzosoprano ELISABETTA FIORILLO posee una voz vibrada muy adecuada al breve pero importante personaje de La Cieca, que canta con suma perfeccion. Su 'Voce di donna o d'angelo' esta cantado con gusto indudable.
El baritono LADO ATANELLI es un Barnaba vocalmente correcto en los tres primeros actos (le falta quiza algo de personalidad para hacer mas creible su papel), pero algo calante en el cuarto.
ROBERTO SCANDIUZZI (Alvise) es la mayor decepcion del reparto, con una voz velada y algo ronca, infrecuente en el. Un Alvise mediocre. Mejor saltarse su aria del acto III.
Los muchos secundarios, cumplen con suficiencia, unos mas que otros.
MARCELLO VIOTTI realiza una excelente labor al mando de unos conjuntos estables que responden a las mil maravillas, tanto la orquesta como los coros (adulto e infantil)
Resumiendo, una Gioconda de alto nivel con la que seguro que el oyente va a disfrutar mucho, descubriendo nuevos (o ya no tan nuevos) talentos vocales

4 out of 5 stars A revelation!.......2003-07-05

I've only seen Gioconda in concert before, and that was some time ago, but I do remember being fairly taken with it then. This recording really brings it to life. To start with, the conducting is superb - Viotti really revels in the score. and it is a score that rewards the attention he lavishes upon it. It is well-paces, has some tender moments as well as the thrilling grand opera scenes, and some touching melodies. Granted, the plot is fairly cardboard, but it does provide rich opportunities for a decent cast. Oh - and the biggest tune of the show, the "Dance of the Hours" - is delightfully fleet of foot.

I suppose the main draw of the cast is Domingo, for who Enzo provides no great focal hurdles. Perhaps there are moments of strain at the top of the voice, but Domingo is seasoned enough a performer to smooth over such imperfections. All the bravura sheen as well as the dusky heft in the lower reaches is still there, much as it was thirty years ago. He is so experienced in this type of heroic role that almost without effort he colours the notes and text with great imagination. A performance to treasure. Inevitably, the other men are a bit pallid next to him. Lado Ataneli is right enough for Barnaba, though I can imagine plenty of other baritones who would have the edge over him in focus and colour. And what on earth has happened to the once glorious voice of Roberto Scandiuzzi? Here he sounds like a comprimario singer - and a provincial one at that. A let down.

No let downs from the ladies, though. At the centre of her own show is the Gioconda of Violeta Urmana, everyone's favourite Kundry. I'm not sure she will ever sound like a dramatic soprano, but she shows no apparent strain in the tricky tessitura. the voice sounds large yet the texture is focused and bright, and she is extremely musical - she never screams (when many Giocondas do!) and is scrupulous with the dynamics. Luciana D'Intino has a gorgeous, velvety sound, even from top to bottom and makes a very appealing Laura - Act Two, with Domingo and Urmana both going full throttle, is just sensational. Elisabetta Fiorillo, completing the cast, sounds perhaps a tad too much like her daughter to be a truly convincing old Cieca, but her use of the text more than compensates.

So - a highly satisfying Gioconda which whets the appetite for a staging - if anyone can get their act together! Great for getting to know the opera and a fascinating set for those who already have Callas, Milanov or Marton stashed away.
Beniamino Gigli: The Complete Victor Recordings, Vol. 2: 1926-28
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • A must have!!
  • MAGNIFICENT COLLECTION!!!
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 Beniamino Gigli: The Complete Victor Recordings, Vol. 2: 1926-28

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ASIN: B000001S3Z
Release Date: 1996-01-01

Tracks:

  1. Tosca: Recondita Armonia
  2. Manon Lescaut: Donna Non Vidi Mai
  3. I Millioni D'Arlecchino: Notturno D'amore
  4. Serenata
  5. Serenata
  6. Torna, Amore
  7. Stornelli Marini
  8. Santa Lucia Luntana
  9. Rondine Al Nido
  10. La Forza Del Destino: Solemne In Quest'ora
  11. La Boheme: O Mimi, Tu Piu Non Torni - Beniamino Gigli/Titta Ruffo
  12. La Gioconda: Enzo Grimaldo, Principe Di Santafior! - Beniamino Gigli/Titta Ruffo
  13. Mefistofele: Dai Campi, Dai Prati
  14. Addio A Napoli
  15. Mefistofele: Giunto Sul Passo Estremo
  16. La Boheme: O Mimi, tu Piu Non Torni
  17. La Forza Del Destino: Solemne In Quest'ora
  18. O Bei Nidi D'amore
  19. I Pescatoridi Perle [Les Pecheurs De Perles]: Del Tempio Al Limitar [Au Fond Du Temple Saint] - Beniamino Gigli/Giuseppe De Luca

Tracks:

  1. La Gioconda: Enzo Grimaldo, Principe Di Santafior! - Beniamino Gigli/Giuseppe De Luca
  2. La Giocondo: Enzo Grimaldo, Principe Di Santafior! - Beniamino Gigli/Giuseppe De Luca
  3. Lucia Di Lammermoor: Tombe Degl'avi Miei
  4. Lucia Di Lammermoor: Giusto Cielo, Rispondete - Beniamino Gigli/Ezio Pinza/Metropolitan Opr Chor
  5. Lucia Di Lammermoor: Tu Che A Dio Spiegasti L'ali
  6. Lucia Di Lammermoor: Tombe Degl'avi Miei
  7. Lucia Di Lammermoor: Giusto Cielo, Rispondete - Beniamino Gigli/Ezio Pinza/Metropolitan Opr Chor
  8. Lucia Di Lammermoor: Tu Che A Dio Spiegasti L'ali
  9. Lucia Di Lammermoor: Chi Mi Frena In Tal Momento? - Beniamino Gigli/Amelita Galli-Curci/Louise Homer/Angelo Bada/Giuseppe De Luca, Ezio Pinza
  10. Rigoletto: Bella Figlia Dell'amore - Beniamino Gigli/Amelita Galli-Curci/Louise Homer/Giuseppe De Luca
  11. Rigoletto: Bella Figlia Dell'amore - Beniamino Gigli/Amelita Galli-Curci/Louise Homer/Giuseppe De Luca
  12. Cavalleria Rusticana: Viva Il Vino Spumeggiante 'Brindisi' - Beniamino Gigli/Metropolitan Opr Chor
  13. La Traviata: De' Miei Bollenti Spiriti
  14. Mignon: Ah, Non Credevi Tu [Elle Ne Croyait Pas]
  15. Mignon: Addio, Mignon, Fa Core [Adieu, Mignon, Courage]
  16. L'Africana [L'Africaine]: O Paradiso [O Paradis]
  17. Voce'e Notte
  18. Canta Pe' Me

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars A must have!!.......2001-06-01

Beniamino Gigli was one of the finest Tenors of all time. That being said, this set offers some of the best work the great Tenor ever recorded. Real standout renditions here are all of the duets recorded with Baritone and friend Giuseppe De Luca, the two lovely arias from Mignon, O Paradiso (rivaled only by Bjoerling and Lanza), Lucia selections (pretty much the entire final scene of the last act), and the Neapolitan selections (such as Toselli's hauntingly beautiful "Rimpianto"). The duets with Ruffo are interesting, but without the subtlety and finesse the same selections with De Luca possess. All three of the Romophon sets of Gigli's Victor recordings are prizes indeed (the third volume being only 1 CD), but this is, in this reviewer's humble opinion, the best of the three. Treat yourself to some truly fine singing and purchase this set now, before it goes out of print.

5 out of 5 stars MAGNIFICENT COLLECTION!!!.......1998-09-22

A WONDERFUL COLLECTION BY WHOM I CONSIDER, THE GREATEST TENOR OF ALL TIME (EXCLUDING CARUSO). HEARING BOTH THE PUBLISHED AND UNPUBLISHED TAKES OF THE DE LUCA/GIGLI DUETS IS SIMPLY A PRIZE, AS WELL AS, THE PUBLISHED AND UNPUBLISHED TAKES OF TOSSELLI'S SERENADE (RIMPIANTO). A MUST HAVE FOR ANYONE WHO APPRECIATES GREAT SINGING. GIGLI'S VOICE IS SIMPLY BREATHTAKING HERE. THIS IS GIGLI IN HIS GLORIOUS PRIME.

5 out of 5 stars MAGNIFICENT COLLECTION!!!.......1998-09-22

A WONDERFUL COLLECTION BY WHOM I CONSIDER, THE GREATEST TENOR OF ALL TIME (EXCLUDING CARUSO). HEARING BOTH THE PUBLISHED AND UNPUBLISHED TAKES OF THE DE LUCA/GIGLI DUETS IS SIMPLY A PRIZE, AS WELL AS, THE PUBLISHED AND UNPUBLISHED TAKES OF TOSSELLI'S SERENADE (RIMPIANTO). A MUST HAVE FOR ANYONE WHO APPRECIATES GREAT SINGING. GIGLI'S VOICE IS SIMPLY BREATHTAKING HERE. THIS IS GIGLI IN HIS GLORIOUS PRIME.

5 out of 5 stars MAGNIFICENT COLLECTION!!!.......1998-09-22

A WONDERFUL COLLECTION BY WHOM I CONSIDER, THE GREATEST TENOR OF ALL TIME (EXCLUDING CARUSO). HEARING BOTH THE PUBLISHED AND UNPUBLISHED TAKES OF THE DE LUCA/GIGLI DUETS IS SIMPLY A PRIZE, AS WELL AS, THE PUBLISHED AND UNPUBLISHED TAKES OF TOSSELLI'S SERENADE (RIMPIANTO). A MUST HAVE FOR ANYONE WHO APPRECIATES GREAT SINGING. GIGLI'S VOICE IS SIMPLY BREATHTAKING HERE. THIS IS GIGLI IN HIS GLORIOUS PRIME.
Beniamino Gigli: The Complete Victor Recordings, Vol. 3: 1929-32
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • The Italian tenor voice of rare beauty - Gigli in his prime.
 Beniamino Gigli: The Complete Victor Recordings, Vol. 3: 1929-32

Manufacturer: Romophone
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000001S40
Release Date: 1996-01-01

Tracks:

  1. Notte Lunare
  2. Marta (Martha): M'appari (Ach! So Fromm)
  3. La Gioconda: Cielo E Mar!
  4. I Pescatori Di Perle (Les Pecheurs De Perles): Mi Par D'Udir Ancora (Je Crois Entendre Encore)
  5. I Pescatori Di Perle (Les Pecheurs De Perles): Mi Par D'Udir Ancora (Je Crois Entendre Encore)
  6. L'Elisir D'Amore: Una Furtiva Lagrima
  7. Se
  8. Musica Proibita
  9. Carmela
  10. Vecchio Ritornello
  11. Occhi Turchini
  12. Mamma Mia, Che Vo Sape?
  13. I Lombardi: Qual Volutta Trascorrere - Elisabeth Rethberg/Ezio Pinza
  14. I Lombardi: Qual Volutta Trascorrere - Elisabeth Rethberg/Ezio Pinza
  15. Attila: Te Sol Quest'anima - Elisabeth Rethberg/Ezio Pinza
  16. Attila: Te Sol Quest'anima - Elisabeth Rethberg/Ezio Pinza
  17. Marta
  18. Quisiera Olvidar Tus Ojos
  19. Eres Tu
  20. Triste Maggio
  21. Chanson Hindoue

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars The Italian tenor voice of rare beauty - Gigli in his prime........2001-03-27

There are at least three good reason for recommending this CD. Firstly, the years represented in this CD probably saw Gigli in his prime. Eager to communicate, and aware of the emotional content of each item, he has the Italian tenor voice of rare beauty. Unfortunately, these were also the Depression years, and even a best-selling artist like Gigli was invited into American recording studios on only three occasions in 1930 and never in 1931. Everything he recorded for Victor from 1929 to 1932 is here.

Secondly, the quality of the Mark Obert-Thorn restorations brings these items before us in best possible condition. To collect vintage Gigli recordings is to know that recent reissues have frequently been disappointing. The voice, in these recent reissues, is often both ill-focused and hard-edged. A comfortable listening experience is assured here.

Thirdly, this selection offers several previously unissued takes. Unpublished takes of the Bizet aria and the two Verdi trios are provided. In each case, a first take was unissued.

Combined with these recommendations is the fact that space has been found not only for 78 minutes of singing, and comprehensive notes, but also for a photo showing Gigli, Chaliapin and Tauber in close discussion, linking fingers and hands in front of a 78 metal master original.
The Complete Recordings, Vol. 1
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Ignore the primitive recording, listen to the performances.
  • Nevermind the quality of sound, listen for the music
 The Complete Recordings, Vol. 1

Manufacturer: Naxos
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00004VXD1
Release Date: 2000-09-26

Tracks:

  1. Germania - Studenti, Undite
  2. Germania - Ah, Vieni Qui ... No, Non Chiuder Gli Occhi
  3. Regoletto - Qusta O Quella
  4. Aida - Celeste Aida
  5. Manon - O Doice Incanto (Il Sogno)
  6. L'Elisr D'amore - Una Furtiva Lagrima
  7. Mefisofele - Giunto Sul Passo Estremo (Epilogue)
  8. Mefisto Fele - Giunto Sul passo estremo (Epilogue)
  9. Tosca - E Lucevan Le Stelle
  10. Iris - April La Tuna Finestra (serenata)
  11. Mefistofele - Dai Campi, Dai prati
  12. Fedora - Amorti Vieta (Acc. By Composer)
  13. Aida - Celeste Aida
  14. La Gioconda - Cielo E Mar!
  15. I Pagliacci - Vesti La Giubba
  16. Mascagni - Cavalleria Rusticana - O Lola (Siciliana)
  17. Non T' Amo Piu
  18. La Mina Canzone
  19. Adriana Lecouvereur - No, piu nobile
  20. Luna Fedel
  21. Un Bacio Anchora
  22. Luna Fedel
  23. L'elisir D' Amore - Una Furtiva largima
  24. Tosca - E Lucevan Le Stelle
  25. Germina - No, Non Chiuder
  26. Rigoletto - La Donna E Mobile
  27. Cavalleria Rusticana - O lola (siciliana)

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Ignore the primitive recording, listen to the performances........2002-03-13

If you are interested in hearing the documents that launched the gramophone (or phonograph) as a serious recording medium, rather than a toy, then this is the disc to listen to. Of course, 100 years ago, the recording and reproducing process was very primitive, and current digital processing capabilities cannot really compensate for that. But, except for one very poor edit, the transfers from the original 78rpm discs are excellent.

Ignoring the recording deficiencies, what you can hear are marvelously enthusiastic performances by the greatest tenor ever to make records.

Simple as that.

3 out of 5 stars Nevermind the quality of sound, listen for the music.......2000-10-16

This is a sturdy collection of songs, with the most famous pieces of the period (1902-1903, but the sound quality is lacking.The songs are recorded before the age of digital everything, the popping and cracking of the tracks could add charm or ruin the cd-depending on taste. Yet, the songs are incredibly beautiful and are worth a listen.
The Majestic Sound of Rafael Mendez
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    		The Majestic Sound of Rafael Mendez

    Manufacturer: Summit(Classical)
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B00000JC7R
    Release Date: 1999-06-15

    Tracks:

    1. Lakme: Bell Song
    2. Samba (Samba Gitana)
    3. Over The Waves (Sobre Las Olas)
    4. Czardas
    5. Mendelssohn Con
    6. Czardas
    7. Carmen: Danse Boheme
    8. Dance Of The Hours
    Claudia Muzio: Complete Pathé Recordings (1917-18)
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      		Claudia Muzio: Complete Pathé Recordings (1917-18)

      Manufacturer: Romophone
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

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      ASIN: B000001S3D
      Release Date: 1995-11-22

      Tracks:

      1. Manon Lescaut: In Quelle Trine Morbide
      2. Tosca: Vissi D'Arte
      3. Il Trovatore: Tacea La Notte Placida
      4. Ipagliacci: Qual Fiamma Avea Nel Guardo! 'Ballatella'
      5. La Gioconda: Suicidio!
      6. Otello: Ave Maria
      7. Inno Di Garibaldi
      8. Canzone Guerresca
      9. Mignon: Non Conosci Il Ben Suo!
      10. Madama Butterfly: Ancora Un Passo
      11. Aida: Ritorna Vincitor
      12. La Boheme: Si. Mi Chiamano Mimi
      13. Madame Sans-Gene: Che Me Ne Faccio Del Vostro Castello
      14. Mefistofele: L'Altra Notte In Fondo Al Mare
      15. La Wally: Ebben? Ne Andro Iontana
      16. La Forza Del Destino: Pace, Pace, Mio Dio
      17. Il Segreto Di Susanna: O Gioia, La Nube Leggera
      18. Aida: O Patria Mia
      19. Madama Butterfly: Un Bel Di Vedremo
      20. La Traviata: Attendo, Attendo...Addio Del Passato
      21. Cavalleria Rusticana: Voi Lo Sapete

      Tracks:

      1. Guglielmo Tell: Selva Opaca
      2. The Angel's Ser
      3. Les Contes D'Hoffmann: Belle Nuit, O Nuit D'Amor 'Barcarolle' - Claudia Muzio/Kathleen Howard
      4. Il Trovatore: D'Amor Sull'ali Rosee
      5. Louise: Depuis Le Jour
      6. Carmen: Je Dis Que Rien Ne M'Epouvante 'Micaela's Air'
      7. Manon: Obeissons, Quand Leur Voix Appelle 'Gavotte'
      8. Un Ballo In Maschera: Ma Dall'arido Stelo Divulsa
      9. Good Morning, Sue!
      10. Until
      11. Suor Angelica: Senza Mamma
      12. Gianni Schicchi: O Mio Babbino Caro
      13. I Vesprisiciliani: Merce, Dilette Amiche 'Bolero'
      14. Ernani: Surta E La Notte...Ernani! Ernani, Involami
      15. La Boheme: Quando Me'n Vo Soletta 'Musetta's Waltz'
      16. O Ben Tornato, Amore
      17. Baciami!
      18. Jean
      19. For All Eternity - Claudia Muzio/Albert Spalding
      20. O Del Mio Amato Ben
      21. Torna, Amore
      22. Mon Jardin
      The Complete Gramophone And Pathe Recordings (1913-1921)
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        		The Complete Gramophone And Pathe Recordings (1913-1921)

        Manufacturer: Marston
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

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        Schipa, TitoSchipa, Tito | ( S ) | Featured Performers, A-Z | Classical | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Classical | Styles | Music
        RomancesRomances | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
        Romantic (c.1820-1910)Romantic (c.1820-1910) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
        FrenchFrench | Languages | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
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        ASIN: B000006AHO
        Release Date: 1998-03-10

        Tracks:

        1. Manon: Ah, Dispar Vision
        2. Gioconda: Cielo E Mar
        3. Lucia Di Lammermoor: Tu Che A Dio
        4. Tosca: Recondita Armonia
        5. Tosca: E Lucevan Le Stelle
        6. Boheme: Che Gelida Manina
        7. Traviata: Un Di Felice, Eterea
        8. Rigoletto: Ella Mi Fu Rapita...Parmi Veder
        9. Cavalleria Rusticana: Siciliana
        10. Traviata: Libiamo, Libiamo
        11. Cavalleria Rusticana: Brindisi
        12. Faust: Salve Dimora
        13. Tosca: O Dolci Mani
        14. Zaza: Ed Ora Io Mi Domando
        15. Arlesiana: Lamento Di Federico
        16. Barbiere Di Siviglia: Ecco Ridente In Cielo
        17. Tosca: Amaro Sol Per Te
        18. Pagliacci: O Colombina
        19. Manon: Chiudo Gli Occhi
        20. Rigoletto: Questa O Quella

        Tracks:

        1. Boheme: Che Gelida Manina
        2. Tosca: Recondita Armonia
        3. Tosca: E Lucevan Le Stelle
        4. Rigoletto: La Donna E Mobile
        5. Cavalleria Rusticana: Siciliana
        6. Guyana: Ay, Ay, Ay
        7. Emigrantes: Granadinas
        8. Pesca D'ammore
        9. Chi Se Nne Scorda Cchiu
        10. Amarilli Mia Bella
        11. Panis Angelicus
        12. Agnus Dei
        13. Ave Maria
        14. Bruja: Jota
        15. Corte Del Amor: La De Ojos Azules
        16. Traviata: De' Miei Bollenti Spiriti
        17. Cuando Te Aai La Faace
        18. Bella Ragazza Delle Trecce Bionde
        19. Somewhere A Voice Is Calling
        20. Sonnambula: Prendi, L'anel Ti Dono
        21. Don Pasquale: Cerchero Lontana Terra
        22. Falstaff: Dal Labbro Il Canto Estasiato
        23. Santa Lucia
        24. Marechiare

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        Few singers have done so much with so little. Tito Schipa's voice was notoriously short; he routinely transposed pieces with high tessitura and bottom notes were a stretch. But what a middle! The sheer sound of his lyric tenor can send shivers down your spine. This collection, comprising his complete recordings for the Gramophone and Pathe companies made between 1913 and 1921, demonstrates the vocal freedom and melting lyricism of the young Schipa. The selections are infused with charming elegance of timbre and phrasing. The songs are icing on a cake topped with such cherries as a ravishing "Cielo e mar," honeyed Tosca arias, and much else. Marston's superb transfers make these acoustic recordings sound like much later electricals. --Dan Davis

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