Verdi: Simon Boccanegra (Original 1857 Version) Music CD

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Verdi: Simon Boccanegra (Original 1857 Version) Music CD

Name: Verdi: Simon Boccanegra (Original 1857 Version) Music CD
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Verdi: Simon Boccanegra (Original 1857 Version) Music CD

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Experience the dramatic brilliance of Italian opera with Verdi: Simon Boccanegra (Original 1857 Version), a captivating classical music recording showcasing the extraordinary storytelling, emotional intensity, and magnificent compositions of legendary composer Giuseppe Verdi.

First performed in Venice in 1857, Simon Boccanegra tells a powerful story of political rivalry, family secrets, lost love, and redemption against the backdrop of medieval Genoa. Through soaring vocal performances, expressive orchestration, and unforgettable dramatic moments, Verdi brings this emotionally complex tale to life with remarkable musical artistry.

This recording presents the original 1857 version of the opera, offering listeners a fascinating opportunity to explore Verdi's initial musical vision before the significant revisions that produced the more commonly performed 1881 version.

Filled with passionate arias, stirring ensembles, and richly dramatic orchestral passages, Simon Boccanegra demonstrates Verdi's extraordinary ability to combine compelling human emotions with the grandeur of Italian opera.

Perfect for classical music enthusiasts, opera collectors, Verdi admirers, and listeners interested in historically significant recordings, this CD is a wonderful addition to any thoughtfully curated music library.

Why You Need It Now

Discover a fascinating chapter in the history of Italian opera with Verdi's original 1857 masterpiece! Whether you're expanding your classical music collection, exploring the evolution of Verdi's compositions, or searching for a distinctive recording of Simon Boccanegra, this edition offers an engaging and historically important listening experience.

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The original version of Simon Boccanegra, first performed in 1857, is a masterpiece of concision and spare vocal delivery, having many important differences from the later 1881 version, including one of Verdi's most innovative central finales. Sir Mark Elder leads a star cast including Eri Nakimura as Amelia, IvÃ¡n AyÃ³n-Rivas as her lover Gabriele, William Thomas as Fiesco and the young Argentinian baritone GermÃ¡n Enrique AlcÃ¡ntara in the title role.

Tracklist:

Simon Boccanegra (1857 Version), Preludio
N. 2 Prologo: Che dicesti? (Paolo, Pietro)
N. 2 Prologo: Un amplesso... Che avvenne? (Simone, Paolo)
N. 2 Prologo: All'alba tutti qui verrete (Pietro, Chorus)'
N. 2 Prologo: L'atra magion vedete? (Paolo, Chorus)
N. 2 Prologo: A te l'estremo addio... Il lacerato spirito (Fiesco, Chorus)
N. 2 Prologo: Suona ogni labbro il mio nome (Simone, Fiesco)
N. 2 Prologo: Del mar sul lido (Simone, Fiesco)
N. 2 Prologo: Oh, de' Fieschi implacata (Simone, Fiesco, Chorus)
N. 2 Prologo: Doge il popol t'acclama! (Paolo, Pietro, Simone, Fiesco, Chorus)
N. 3 Cavatina: Come in quest'ora bruna (Amelia)
N. 3 Cavatina: SpuntÃ² il giorno! (Amelia, Gabriele)
N. 4 Duetto: Ti veggo alfin! (Amelia, Gabriele)
N. 4 Duetto: Vieni a mirar la cerula (Amelia, Gabriele)
N. 4 Duetto: Ah... Che fia?... Vedi lÃ quell'uom? (Amelia, Gabriele, Ancella, Pietro)
N. 4 Duetto: SÃ¬, sÃ¬ dell'ara il giubilo (Amelia, Gabriele)
N. 5 Duetto: Propizio ei giunge! (Gabriele, Fiesco)
N. 6 Duetto: Il nuovo dÃ¬ festivo (Doge, Paolo, Amelia)
N. 6 Duetto: Orfanella il tetto umile (Amelia, Doge)
N. 6 Duetto: Che rispose? (Paolo, Doge, Pietro)
N. 7 Finale: A festa, o Liguri (Chorus)
N. 7 Finale: Sull'arpe, sulle cetere (Chorus)
N. 7 Finale: Prode guerrier (Chorus)
N. 7 Finale: Tradimento... Quali grida (Gabriele, Fiesco, Doge, Paolo, Pietro, Amelia, Chorus)
N. 7 Finale: Ella Ã¨ salva! (Fiesco, Gabriele, Doge, Amelia, Paolo, Pietro, Chorus)
N. 7 Finale: Amelia, racconta qual fosti rapita (Doge, Amelia, Gabriele, Fiesco, Paolo, Pietro, Chorus)
N. 8 Duetto: Quei due vedesti? (Paolo, Pietro, Fiesco)
N. 9: Udisti?... Vil disegno! (Paolo, Gabriele)
N. 9: Cielo pietoso, rendila (Gabriele)
N. 10 Duetto: Tu qui?... Amelia! (Amelia, Gabriele)
N. 11 Terzetto: Figlia!... SÃ¬ afflitto, padre mio? (Doge, Amelia)
N. 11 Terzetto: Doge! Ancor proveran la tua clemenza (Doge, Gabriele, Amelia)
N. 11 Terzetto: Perdon, Amelia (Gabriele, Doge, Amelia)
N. 11 Terzetto: All'armi, all'armi (Chorus)
N. 12 Finale: Vittoria, vittoria! (Chorus, Doge, Pietro, Paolo)
N. 12 Finale: Dal sommo delle sfere (Chorus, Paolo, Fiesco)
N. 12 Finale: Pietro, m'ardon le tempia (Doge, Pietro, Fiesco)
N. 12 Finale: Delle faci festanti al barlume (Fiesco, Doge)
N. 12 Finale: Come un fantasima (Fiesco, Doge)
N. 12 Finale: Piango, perchÃ© mi parla (Fiesco, Doge)
N. 12 Finale: Chi veggo! (Amelia, Doge, Gabriele, Fiesco)
N. 12 Finale: Grand Dio li benedici (Doge, Amelia, Gabriele, Fiesco, Chorus)

UPC: 792938006529
Label: Opera Rara Uk
Release Date: 6.6.25
Format: CD

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