Wydawca: Allegro Corporation

Oprawa: Plastikowa

Umberto Giordano (1867-1948) is often described as a composer who had only one "hit," but this is not strictly true. In addition to Andrea Chenier, he had triumphs with Fedora, Siberia, and Madame Sans-Gene, all of which are still heard occasionally in Italy. It is indeed the case, however, that only Andrea Chenier has entered the standard repertoire worldwide. It ...

Wydawca: Allegro Corporation

Oprawa: Plastikowa

One of the greatest recordings showcasing the artistry of soprano Magda Olivero, “the Queen of Verismo.” Also stars one of the greatest tenors of the twentieth century, Franco Corelli, with legendary mezzo Giulietta Simionato in the main supporting role. Francesco Cilea (1866–1950) was one of the “minor masters” of Italian opera. His masterpiece is Adriana Lecouvreur, a work that, ever ...

Wydawca: Allegro Corporation

Oprawa: kartonowa

Seven complete operas starring the great Franco Corelli! Seven great live opera recordings at budget price in one space-saving set, featuring a twenty four page booklet with biographies, detailed listings, and historic photos! Exciting live recordings taped 1954–1964. Franco Corelli (1921–2003), by virtue of his thrilling tenor voice and handsome stage presence, was one of the most popular opera singers ...

Wydawca: Allegro Corporation

Oprawa: Plastikowa

Don Carlo has an unusual place in Verdi’s canon: it is one of his greatest operas, yet one of the least performed. Originally written in French as Don Carlos for the Paris Opéra in 1867, it is more often heard today translated back into Italian, as in this exciting performance recorded live in Vienna on October 25, 1970. Verdi believed ...

Wydawca: Allegro Corporation

Oprawa: Plastikowa

Live performance, Milan, April 4, 1956. Puccini made a big hit with the American public when his new opera, The Girl of the Golden West, had its fi rst performance, not in Italy but at the Metropolitan Opera in New York, with Emmy Destinn and Enrico Caruso in the leading roles, and Toscanini conducting. The enthralled audience called out the ...