Tanto Amor

Track Listings

1. Tarde Por Tarde

2. Tanto Amor

3. Mojado Gandallon

4. Ese Lunar

5. Carta de un Reo

6. Almohada

7. Por Esa Llegua

8. Mula Bronca

9. Mi Borrachera

10. Encargo a Mis Amigos

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Tanto Amor

Tracks:

Caruso
Non ti scordar di me
Torna a Surriento
Core 'ngrato
Mamma
Mattinata
Chitarra Romana
O sole mio
Passione
La strada del bosco
Funiculi, funicula
Ti voglio tanto bene
Che gelida manina
Una furtiva lagrima
Amor ti vieta
M'appari
Dalla sua pace
Un' aura amorosa
La Danza
Nessus dorma

Customer Reviews:

Okay so track #1 aside..........2005-12-14

I got this as a gift last Christmas and just got around to writing a review. To start off with, let me say that I think Pavarotti is the greatest tenor ever. Period. His command of his voice (breath control, relaxation, etc.) were absolutely flawless, and no he never shouted (except when he was getting old and losing his voice...maybe), cause I have never heard anyone shout with vibrato. Anyways, yes I have heard better accompanyments than Caruso's (track #1) on a certain children's show that will remain unnamed but it features a large purple dinosaur, but that doesn't ruin the entire CD for me like it did for the other reviewers. Let's face it the rest of the CD is Pavarotti classics. You won't find a better Nessun Dorma anywhere. His La Danza is wonderful, his L'elisir is legendary and La Boheme's Rodolfo is one of, if not his truly signature role. As for the Neapolitan songs, you can't criticize him for those. It's no different than Kathleen Battle throwing in a few spirituals on her CDs. Yes, I wish there were more arias on the CD (Ah! Mes amis for instance) but still was not dissappointed by this CD at all. Buy it!

What the heck?.......2005-09-12

I'm so glad I didn't pay for this disc, instead checking it out from the my public library. The first track, "Caruso", had me thinking I was playing the wrong CD. It's not so much that it's electronic accompaniment. It's really bad synthesizer music. Horribly bad. Inexcusably bad. Cheap-lounge-singer-who-can't-afford-a-piano bad. That train wreck of track sets exactly the worst tone, destroying the mood for the rest of the album. If it weren't for some of the later selections from La Bohème and L'Elisir d'Amore, this CD would be a total loss. Even then, these gems are completely drowned in a gushing flow of treacly Italian "classics" apparently aimed at a certain demographic of blue-haired, tittering Pavarotti fans. I don't mean to sound like a snob. It's just the bad vibe from that first track rattling me. My advice: get it from the library and listen to your favorites. Avoid everything else on pain of intense aural assault.

Why on earth is this listed under classical music?.......2004-03-22

Pavarotti has a short but excellent repertoire that belongs in "Classical Music" (e.g. Fille du Regiment), however 99% of his recordings belong in Popular Music. Amazon folks, please get your act straight on this guy and his other two tenor friends!

Why on earth is this listed under classical music?.......2004-03-22

The Very Best Of Luciano Pavarotti.......2004-01-28

This weekend I purchased "The Very Best of Luciano Pavarotti", Romantica. The first track, Caruso is terrible. Classical music, opera, etc, should never be played with synthesized anything! This is especially true with voices like Pavarotti's. This first track was CHEAP and tinny sounding.

Pavarotti is good, but I think that the title is misleading.

Classical music should be with real musical instruments. Lesson #1, if it takes electricity, it's NOT a musical instrument.

Tracks:

Voi Che Sepate - Teresa Berganza
Porgi Amor - Heather Harper
Deh, Vieni Alla Finestra - Thomas Allen
Batti, Batti, O Bel Masetto - Elizabeth Gale
Der Holle Rache - Edda Moser
O Isis Und Osiris - Cornelius Hauptmann
Temerari...Come Scoglio - Elisabeth Schwarzkopf
La Calunnia E Un Venticello - Ruggero Raimondi
Nei Giardin Del Bello - Ambrosian Opera Chorus
Casta Diva - Maria Callas
Se Quel Guerrier...Celeste Aida - Franco Corelli
Tenesta La Promessa...Addio Del Passato - Beverly Sills
Niun Mi Tema - Jon Vickers
Un Bel Di Vedremo - Renata Scotto
E Lucevan Le Stelle - Placido Domingo
Si, Mi Chiamano Mimi - Mirella Freni
In Quelle Trine Morbide - Montserrat Caballe
Signore, Ascolta - Kiri Te Kanawa
Recitar...Vesti La Giubba - Jose Carreras
Amor Ti Vieta Di Non Amor - Roberto Alagna

Tracks:

Le Veau D'Or Est Toujours Debout - Boris Christoff
Ou Va La Jeune Hindoue? - Mady Mesple
L'Amour, L'Amour...Ah! Leve-Toi, Soleil - Alfredo Kraus
Allons! Le Faut...Adieu Notre Petite Table - Ileana Cotrubas
Toute Mon Ame Est La Pourquoi Me Reveiller - Nicolai Gedda
Quand La Flamme De L'Amour - Jose Van Dam
L'Amour Est Un Oiseau Rebelle - Victoria De Los Angeles
A Cette Voix...Je Crois Entendre Encore - Alain Vanzo
Une Puce Gentille - Gabriel Bacquier
Je Vais Mourir...Adieu, Fiere Cite - Regine Crespin
Mon Coeur S'Ouvre A Ta Voix - Rita Gorr
Wie Todesahnung...O Du Mein Holder Abenstern - Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau
Johohoe! Traft Ihr Das Schiff Im Meere An? - Anja Silja
In Fernem Land - Chor Der Wiener Staatsoper
Heil Dir, Sonne! - Siegfried Jerusalem
Mild Und Leise - Helga Dernesch

Tracks:

Che Faro Senza Euridice? - Agnes Baltsa
Der Vogelfanger Bin Ich Ja - Walter Berry
Finch'Han Dal Vino - Nicolai Ghiaurov
E Susanna Non Vien!...Dove Sono - Barbara Hendricks
Abscheulicher! - Christa Ludwig
Ne M'Abandonne Pas, Espoir De La Vengeance...Asile Hereditaire - Nicolai Gedda
Largo Al Factotum - Tito Gobbi
Ella Giammai M'Amo! - Ruggero Raimondi
La Donna E Mobile - Alfredo Kraus
Di Quella Pira - Franco Corelli
Esultate! - James McCracken
Dio! Mi Potevi Scagliar - Placido Domingo
Vissi D'Arte, Vissi D'Amore - Maria Callas
In Questa Reggia - Ghena Dimitrova
Tanto Amore - Janine Micheau
O Mio Babbino Caro - Montserrat Caballe
Ed Anche Beppe Amo - Luciano Pavarotti
Poveri Fiori - Maria Callas
Come Un Bel Di Di Maggio - Roberto Alagna

Tracks:

Les Grands Seigneurs...Ah! Je Ris De Me Voir Si Belle - Victoria De Los Angeles
Marie, Avec L'Enfant Jesus - Jules Bastin
Heureux Petit Berger - Janine Micheau
Connais-Tu Le Pays - Jane Rhodes
Elle Ne Croyait Pas Dans Sa Candeur - Nicolai Gedda
Votre Toast, Je Peux Vous Le Rendre...Toreador - Victoria De Los Angeles
Les Oiseaux Dans La Charmille - Mady Mesple
Maintenant, Chantons...Devant La Maison De Celui Qui D'Adore - Gerard Souzay
Depuis Le Jour - Beverly Sills
Da Geht Er Hin - Elisabeth Schwarzkopf
Einsam In Truben Tagen - Regine Crespin
Dich, Teure Halle - Hildegard Behrens
Leb Wohl, Du Kuhnes, Herrliches Kind - Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau
Hojotoho! Hojotoho! - Ute Walther

Tracks:

Non Piu Andrai - Thomas Allen
La Ci Darem La Mano - Graziella Sciutti
Duo: Pa-Pa-Pa - Andreas Schmidt
Soave Sia Il Vento - Delores Ziegler
Mira, O Norma - Maria Callas
Il Dolce Suono - Edita Gruberova
Com'e Gentil - Alfredo Kraus
Una Voce Poco Fa - Maria Callas
Libiamo Ne' Lieti Calici - Alfredo Kraus
Gualtier Malde!...Caro Nome - Michele Pertusi
Ritorna Vincitor - Birgit Nilsson
Ave Maria - Katia Ricciarelli
Nessun Dorma - Franco Corelli
Che Gelida Manina - Nicolai Gedda
Ebben? Ne Andro Lontana - Barbara Hendricks

Tracks:

Mes Amis, Ecoutez L'Histoire - Nicolai Gedda
Mieux Vaut Mourir...Amour Sacre De La Patrie - Alfredo Kraus
Ah! Je Veux Vivre Dans Ce Reve - Mady Mesple
Puisqu'on Ne Peut Flechir...Vainement, Ma Bien-Aimee - Henry Legay
Suis-Je Gentille Ainsi?...Je Marche Sur Tous Les Chemins - June Anderson
Belle Nuit, O Nuit D'Amour - Jessye Norman
La Fleur Que Tu M'Avais Jetee - Jose Carreras
C'est Toi!...Au Fond Du Temple Saint - John Aler
Werther, Werther, Qui M'Aurait Dit...Ces Lettres! - Tatiana Troyanos
Viens, Mallika - Mady Mesple
Ah! Je Suis Seule Enfin...Dis-Moi Que Je Suis Belle - Beverly Sills
Alerte, Alerte!...Anges Purs, Anges Radieux - Nicolai Ghiaurov
Boris's Farewell - Boris Christoff
Schreckensschwur! - Gary Lakes
Die 'Selige Morgentraum-Deutweise'...Selig, Wie Die Sonne - Peter Schreier
Was Am Besten er Kann...Nothung! Nothung! - Siegfried Jerusalem

Customer Reviews:

Superlative collection.......2006-10-11

A collection of 100 individual arias and ensembles from the EMI catalogue of complete works recorded between 1955 and 2003. It includes selections from operas by Italian, Austrian, German, Russian and French composers. The French composers are especially well represented unlike most such anthologies. And there are several more obscure contributions, such as an aria from Catalani's La Wally. A well-judged balance of musical periods and styles, and the very best singers of the last half of the last century. And remarkably, the whole collection of 6 CDS, over 7 hours of music, is being sold for the cost of only 1 CD !

Great value for the money.......2006-04-23

This is simply the best collection of opera arias that I have seen. It's not 100% in that there are a few well-known arias that are not here, but what is here is simply a treasure. The organization is a bit strange, but there's some logic. For example, Disk 6 is mostly from French operas. A seemingly endless amount of glorious music. Just fabulous. You won't be disappointed.

Great for the money and a good starter on opera...........2006-01-07

This cd is a splendid collection of songs, and the price is unbeatable; I have but a few minor complaints about the overall product. The cd would have been much more enjoyable if they had put the music in some sort of order, rather than jumping around from artist to artist sporatically. My only other complaint would be that they could have chosen some better vocalists to play some of the songs. For example, in CD 6, track 3: Romeo et Juliette, the singer was not nearly as strong and definative as she should have been and I've definately heard in various other versions that were way better than this. This disappointed me greatly. But even with these few small complaints, this collection is still great and the price is amazing. It includes MOST of the famous opera pieces, as well some great songs that are often overlooked such as the beautiful song from Wagner's Die Meistersinger von Nurnberg (CD 6, track 16) along with others.

Amazing Value.......2005-08-23

I am so impressed by this collection that I must share my joy at getting so many beautiful arias, duets, et al in one collection. It captures many of the great operatic voices in stellar performances spanning the last 50 years. If you are enchanted by beautiful operatic highlights, removed from their operatic storylines, this set is for you. Hours of gorgeous music for practically pennies!

Carlo Bergonzi - The Sublime Voice ~ 40 Tracks from the Legendary Tenor

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Complete Solti/Bergonzi Ballo Released
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Carlo Bergonzi - The Sublime Voice ~ 40 Tracks from the Legendary Tenor
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Release Date: 2001-06-12

Tracks:

La Boheme: Che Gelida Manina - Carlo Bergonzi/Renata Tebaldi/Rodolfo Gianna D'Angelo/Ettore Bastianini
La Boheme: O Soave Fanciulla - Carlo Bergonzi/Renata Tebaldi/Rodolfo Gianna D'Angelo/Ettore Bastianini
La Boheme: Mimi E Tanto Malata - Carlo Bergonzi/Renata Tebaldi/Rodolfo Gianna D'Angelo/Ettore Bastianini
La Boheme: Dunque E Proprio Finita! - Carlo Bergonzi/Renata Tebaldi/Rodolfo Gianna D'Angelo/Ettore Bastianini
La Boheme: In Un Coupe?... O Mimi, Tu Piu Non Torni - Carlo Bergonzi/Renata Tebaldi/Rodolfo Gianna D'Angelo/Ettore Bastianini
Madama Butterfly: Dovunque Al Mondo - Carlo Bergonzi/Renata Tebaldi/Fiorenza Cossotto/Enzo Sordello
Madama Butterfly: Vogliatemi Bene - Carlo Bergonzi/Renata Tebaldi/Fiorenza Cossotto/Enzo Sordello
Madama Butterfly: Io So Che Alle Sue Pene - Carlo Bergonzi/Renata Tebaldi/Fiorenza Cossotto/Enzo Sordello
Madama Butterfly: Addio, Fiorito Asil - Carlo Bergonzi/Renata Tebaldi/Fiorenza Cossotto/Enzo Sordello
Cavalleria Rusticana: Ah! Io Vedi, Che Hai Tu Detto? - Carlo Bergonzi/Fiorenza Cossotto
Pagliacci: Recitar!... Vesti La Giubba - Carlo Bergonzi
Don Carlo: Dio, Che Nell'alma Infondere - Carlo Bergonzi/Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau/Tugomir Franc/Chor Of The ROHCG
Rigoletto: Questa O Quella - Carlo Bergonzi/Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau/Renata Scotto/Fiorenza Cossotto
Rigoletto: Ella Mi Fu Rapita! - Carlo Bergonzi/Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau/Renata Scotto/Fiorenza Cossotto
Rigoletto: Parmi Veder Le Lagrime - Carlo Bergonzi/Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau/Renata Scotto/Fiorenza Cossotto
Rigoletto: Possente Amor Mi Chiama - Carlo Bergonzi/Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau/Renata Scotto/Fiorenza Cossotto
Rigoletto: La Donna E Mobile - Carlo Bergonzi/Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau/Renata Scotto/Fiorenza Cossotto
Rigoletto: Bella Figlia Dell'amore - Carlo Bergonzi/Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau/Renata Scotto/Fiorenza Cossotto
Otello: Dio! Mi Potevi Scagliar - Carlo Bergonzi

Tracks:

Un Ballo In Maschera: La Rivedra Nell'estasi - Carlo Bergonzi/Birgit Nilsson/Giulietta Simionato/Sylvia Stahlman/Fernando Corena/Libero Arbace...
Un Ballo In Maschera: Di' Tu Se Fedele - Carlo Bergonzi/Birgit Nilsson/Giulietta Simionato/Sylvia Stahlman/Fernando Corena/Libero Arbace...
Un Ballo In Maschera: E' Scherzo Od E Follia - Carlo Bergonzi/Birgit Nilsson/Giulietta Simionato/Sylvia Stahlman/Fernando Corena/Libero Arbace...
Un Ballo In Maschera: Teco Io Sto - Carlo Bergonzi/Birgit Nilsson/Giulietta Simionato/Sylvia Stahlman/Fernando Corena/Libero Arbace...
Un Ballo In Maschera: Forse La Soglia Attinse - Carlo Bergonzi/Birgit Nilsson/Giulietta Simionato/Sylvia Stahlman/Fernando Corena/Libero Arbace...
Un Ballo In Maschera: Ma Se M'e Forza Perderti - Carlo Bergonzi/Birgit Nilsson/Giulietta Simionato/Sylvia Stahlman/Fernando Corena/Libero Arbace...
Tosca: E Lucevan Le Stelle - Carlo Bergonzi
Manon Lescaut: Donna Non Vidi Mai - Carlo Bergonzi
Aida: Se Quel Guerrier Io Fossie!... Celeste Aida - Carlo Bergonzi/Renata Tebaldi
Aida: Pur Ti Riveggo, Mia Dolce Aida - Carlo Bergonzi/Renata Tebaldi
La Gioconda: Cielo E Mar! - Carlo Bergonzi
La Traviata: Un Di Felice, Eterea - Carlo Bergonzi/Joan Sutherland/Dora Carral/Piero De Palma/Chor Del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
La Traviata: Lunge Da Lei - Carlo Bergonzi/Joan Sutherland/Dora Carral/Piero De Palma/Chor Del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
La Traviata: De' Miei Bollenti Spiriti - Carlo Bergonzi/Joan Sutherland/Dora Carral/Piero De Palma/Chor Del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
La Traviata: O Mio Rimorso! - Carlo Bergonzi/Joan Sutherland/Dora Carral/Piero De Palma/Chor Del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
La Traviata: Parigi, O Cara - Carlo Bergonzi/Joan Sutherland/Dora Carral/Piero De Palma/Chor Del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
Il Trovatore: Deserto Sulla Terra - Carlo Bergonzi/Ettore Bastianini/Chor Del Teatro All Scalla Di Milano
Il Trovatore: Ah! Si, Ben Mio - Carlo Bergonzi/Ettore Bastianini/Chor Del Teatro All Scalla Di Milano
Il Trovatore: Di Quella Pira - Carlo Bergonzi/Ettore Bastianini/Chor Del Teatro All Scalla Di Milano
Adriana Lecouvreur: La Dolcissima Effigie - Carlo Bergonzi
Adriana Lecouvreur: L'anima Ho Stanca - Carlo Bergonzi

Customer Reviews:

Complete Solti/Bergonzi Ballo Released.......2007-04-24

No need to add to what the other reviewers say about this five-star collection. I am writing to alert readers that on April 10, 2007 Decca released the complete recording of Un Ballo in Maschera with Bergonzi, Nilsson, Stahlman, Simionato, and MacNeil, conducted by Solti. To read my detailed review of that release, bring the product up on Amazon.

Another dazzled listener.......2006-12-12

I had to write the same thing for the Sony Classical recording of a Bergonzi recital of Italian songs--this is simply one of the most passionate and intelligent singers I have ever heard, and he sounds as good or better now than when I first played one of his records 25 years ago. Anyone who has the slightest shred of interest in the operatic voice should own this collection from one of the truest and most passionate tenors in recorded history.

Sublime indeed.......2006-05-31

I first came to appreciate the artistry that is Carlo Bergonzi on his magnificnt recording of Butterly with Renata Scotto. Later I got the privelege of hearing him several times in person. He was among the most intelligent of tenors. He knew his voice well and how to use that voice to convey the drama and music in a wonderful combination.

If you appreciate Bergozni, this recording will remind you why. If you are not familiar with "The Tenor's Tenor", you will find out why he has that title. However, in addition to the magnificent Bergonzi, you also get wonderful performances from partners such as Tebaldi, Birgit Nilsson, Sutherland, Scotto, Fischer-Dieskau and Cossotto.

I can only find fault with a couple of the selections. First and foremost is that Bergonzi should never have even attempted the Dio Mi Potevi from Otello. That is the only performance that is in anyway subpar. It is unlike any other performance on this recording (or any other time I heard Bergonzi) -- forced. I would have far preferred a version of Una Furtiva Lagrima, which Bergonzi could sing the sock off of. Or given the presence of E Lucevan Stelle, couldn't they have included Recondita Armonia instead? The only other very minor complaint is the pairing with Nilsson . The duet is fine until the very end. On the final high C you can't even hear Bergonzi due to the sheer size of Nilsson's voice. The music and performance of both are wonderful, but a perfect Alfredo and perfect Brunnhilde do not necessarily mesh. But that is a minor quibble. Aside from a disappearing Carlo, it is quite a wonderful performance.

On the plus side a few things particularly stand out. To me, this is simply the best recording ever of Cielo e Mar. The sections with Tebaldi (Boheme and Butterfly and Aida in particuar) are fabulous. Other standouts include the quartet from Rigoletto with Scotto, Cossotto and Fischer-Dieskau and the Cavelleria duet with Cossotto.

All in all, this is, with a few minor exceptions, a magnificent collection of the best of Carlo Bergonzi.

The sublime vocal artist.......2003-08-15

I have seen most of the great tenors of the past 50 years at the Met: Corelli, Tucker, Vickers, Gedda, Pavarotti, Domingo, etc.. For me, Bergonzi over all, was the superior Italian Opera tenor. His legato, agility, breath control, tasteful musicianship, diction, was superior to most of the great tenors. He was outstanding as Nemorino and Rhadames; Edgardo and Alvaro etc.. This CD shows him at his very best, which is a joy to hear. This CD is a must vocal lesson for any aspiring young tenor, as Carlo Bergonzi is a master singer.

Blown away!.......2003-01-20

This album brings Carlo Bregonzi to life. This is a view from all angels. He commands such an array of singing styles.
No one brings the great composers to life the way Carlo Bergonzi does.

Tracks:

Maristella: Io Conosco Un Giardino
Fedora: Amor Ti Vieta
Granada
T'estimo
Memoires De Danton
Caruso
Medley Of Romance: Sous Le Ciel De Paris
Medley Of Romance: Solamente Una Vez
Medley Of Romance: Maria, Mari
Medley Of Romance: Torero Quiero
Medley Of Romance: Parlami D'amore Mariu
Medley Of Romance: Tu, Ca' Nun Chiagne
Medley Of Romance: Manha De Carnaval
Medley Of Romance: Ti Voglio Tanto Bene
Voce E Notte
La Del Soto Del Parral: Quiero Desterrar De Tu Pecho El Temor
Turandot: Nessun Dorma
Because
O Sole Mio
Medley Of The World: O Surdato 'Nnamurato
Medley Of The World: Ay, Ay, Ay
Medley Of The World: Lolita
Medley Of The World: Standchen
Medley Of The World: Dicitencello Vuie
Medley Of The World: Core 'Ngrato
Medley Of The World: You'll Never Walk Alone

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If you think you've heard it all, you're wrong. The three big guys are indeed back, in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower, with a rabidly enthusiastic crowd to welcome them. They sing many favorites-- "Granada," "Because," "Nessun dorma"--and there are a pair of medleys: one devoted to love songs, and one called "Medley of the World," which ends with a rendition of "You'll Never Walk Alone" that might just bring tears to your eyes. If the truth be known, the three tenors have put on 8 years since we first heard them together, and a fair amount of bloom is off their rose-like voices--with Domingo's ardency sounding a bit hard-edged, Carreras's tone even more spread than before, and some of Pavarotti's gold tarnished and his breath shorter. Suffice it to say that older CDs by these three formerly-really-great tenors are worth their weight in gold, compared to the bronze you'll find here. But the classy James Levine at the helm keeps the "event" going with passion, and it's hard not to get caught up in the excitement. --Robert Levine

Customer Reviews:

For the last time!.......2006-12-23

The last of the great tenor concerts that is worth watching!

Standing Ovation !!!.......2001-09-24

Once again, the Tenors electrified the world. It was estimated that over 1.6 billion viewers saw this extraordinary display of musical genius.
The Pavarotti rendition of "Nessun Dorma" was breathtaking as he "hit" his famous high C with VINCERO!!!
With the exception of "Nessun Dorma & Caruso", I felt that it
was Domingo who carried the show. His voice style changes so dramatically to fit the mood and melody of each song.
Carreras, I felt, was lacking the "oomph" in his solos on this tour. However, no one can top Carreras when a line needs to be delivered that has "deep-gut" emotional feelings, almost mad sounding, i.e. the song "Because" -- listen when he sings "his love makes mangle of devile...", you'll understand what I mean.
Combine the Three together and you have pure brilliance. Listen to the song "You'll Never Walk Alone" is almost patriotic like.
"O' Sole Mio" and the show stopper "La Donna Mobile" left the people standing and cheering.
The Paris setting was spectacular. James Levine was his normal go lucky conductor self as he makes the viewing audience and the orchestra feel at ease with his upbeat facial expressions.
An awesome addition to your collection. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to see why the world has labled them "The Three Tenors." BRAVO

A mistake that we need to remember.......2001-09-10

I was blessed to have a chance to be in Paris at that time, and really one of the reasons I went to the City of Romance was because I was so eager to go to the Three Tenors Concert. I managed to get a very good seat at the front in order to really experience and enjoy the concert that I had been dreaming to go all my life, because I am so madly in love with classical and opera music. Also I am a great fan for all of these three tenors, particularly Placido Domingo.

Having watched the Three Tenors Concert in Los Angeles, which was so great and inspiring, I was hoping this one can turn out to be greater and more successful. However it really failed my expectation and turned me into disappointment. Several mistakes were made which surely caused this concert to be a failure.

First, the choice of the conductor. James Levine was really the wrong choice for the position which is actually the heart of such an important event. His style of conduct and taste of music was proven unsuitable. It did not make you feel excited, but at sometimes made you feel uneasy and uncomfortable.

Second, something seemed to be limiting Domingo's ability and talent to be fully expressed. In fact he appeared to be much older and less energetic. The usual powerfulness and beauty of his voice really disappeared somewhere that can be hardly known.
As for Pavarotti we can only give him an average mark for his performance.

Third, lack of common sense. Even three years old child knows Granada has to be and is best to be sung by Domingo, just like Nessun Dorma has to be by Pavarotti, but I just can't understand why the organiser or the music directors did not realize this? Were they too commercially motivated or too careless???

Jose was the best and played an instrumental role to keep this concert going, my admiration towards him grow more after this event. Anyway huamns do make mitakes including the famous and popular ones. Although this concert was not their greatest my support for them will still remain.

I Wish I Was There.......2000-12-11

I found this is one of my favorite of all "The Three Tenors" recordings. I would have loved to have been present one the night of this concert. I want to say all of the tenors do a superb job. I cannot understand why people put down Carreras because he proves here how much he appreciates his gift. Domingo is almost flawless. I have been a fan of Pavarotti since I 1980 (when I was just 12). Here is my personal favorite, Caruso.

Not the best tenors album........2000-05-03

First of all, the change of the conductor. We were used to the thundering conducting of Mehta. Then, Pavarotti is not the same man that he was in '94 and in '90. His range fell a lot. Then, he dared to sing a song that is traditionally sang by Domingo (Granada) It lacks opera arias. Not a good purchase. Buy the first or the second albums.

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Elegant and refined with sublime singing by Hunt

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ASIN: B00005UKK9
Release Date: 2002-01-08

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Elegant and refined with sublime singing by Hunt.......2007-03-19

The overall effect of this interpretation of Ariodante by McGegan is one of elegance, refinement and emotional intensity that flows without being pushed and touches the soul with its singing without being overcontrolled and calculated. This is the main difference between this version and the Minkowski version which has many great moments of lovely singing which surpass the McGegan soloists often, but which is sometimes rushed with overcalculated and overly controlled singing on Otter's part which tarnishes the interpretation. Otter seems not to be really immersed in the part whereas Hunt is. Unforunately the complete recording of this McGegan interpretation is out of print, so get the highlights (this edition)and wait for the re-issue of the complete version.

Marcelo Álvarez - Bel Canto / Y. Huang, WNO, Rizzi

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Good voice for his repertoire
Bravo, Bravo, Bravissimo!
Early Marcelo Alvarez Revisited
A great voice used well.
What is it with the numbers?

Marcelo Álvarez - Bel Canto / Y. Huang, WNO, Rizzi
Gaetano Donizetti , Vincenzo Bellini , Welsh National Opera Orchestra & Chorus , Carlo Rizzi , Marcelo Álvarez , and Ying Huang
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Duetto
Marcelo Alvarez Sings Gardel

ASIN: B00000D9Y1
Release Date: 1998-10-20

Tracks:

Rigoletto: Questa O Quella
Rigoletto: Ella mi fu rapita!...Parmi veder le lagrime...Possente amor me chiama
Rigoletto: La danna e mobile
L'Elisir d'Amore: Una furtiva lagrima
Il Duca d'Alba: Inosservato penetrava...Angelo casto e bel
I Puritani: Opening Scene From Act III
Lucia di Lammermoor: Tombe degli avi miei...Fra poco a me ricovero
Linda di Chamounix: Linda! si retiro...Se tanto in ira agli unomini
La Traviata: Lunge da lei... De' miei bollenti spiriti...o mio rimorso
La Favorita: Favorita de Re!...Spirto gentil

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Though he came to professional singing comparatively late and began to attract the attention of the operatic world only fairly recently, Argentinian tenor Marcelo Alvarez already seems launched on a successful career. On this debut recording of Italian arias, he displays a light, sweet voice; a ringing, easy top; a basically lyrical temperament; and honestly felt, natural expressiveness--only the three familiar arias from Verdi's Rigoletto are a bit fussy and exaggerated. Though the mixed program does not give him much opportunity for sustained characterization, he does match the color and intensity of his voice to the situation. Among the highlights are a beautiful extended scene from Bellini's I puritani with soprano Ying Huang; arias from Donizetti's Linda di Chamonix and La favorita, the latter culminating in a splendid high C; and a lively cabaletta from Verdi's La traviata. The orchestra tends to be too discreet. --Edith Eisler

Customer Reviews:

Good voice for his repertoire.......2007-07-22

Marcelo Alvarez began his singing career later than most tenors. As the booklet coming with the CD notes, "After years of nearly everyone he knew wondering if he was crazy to want to be a singer, all the doors are opening." This CD appears to be a solid introduction to his work. His repertoire here runs from Verdi ("Rigoletto" and "La Traviata"), to Donizetti ("L'elisir d'amore," "Il Duca d'Alba," "Lucia di Lammermoor," Linda di Chamounix"), to Bellini ("I Puritani").

Some reflections on some of the "cuts" on this CD:

From "Rigoletto," "Questa o quella." This is smoothly sung; Alvarez demonstrates an attractive voice. There are some annoying affectations, but these are not critical. A nicely paced version of this work. Then, "La donna e Mobile." This is a spirited version of this well known piece. His voice appears a bit on the light side; he does not have the instrument of Tucker or Corelli (although that is hardly a criticism). The final high note is done well.

He does a nice turn on "Una furtive lagrima" from Donizetti's "L'elisir d'amore."

His turn at the opening of Act III of Bellini's "I Puritani" is quite musical. He shares the stage (albeit briefly) with soprano Ying Huang and a chorus. Again, an attractive voice is on display. For someone on stage for so long, his voice wears well on the listener.

"La Traviata": "Lunge da lei. . .De' miei bollenti spiriti. . .o mio rimorso!" is well done. The first part is sung nicely. He shows much spirit and captures the character in "De' miei bollenti spiriti." The final part of this scene, "O mio rimorso" is dramatically done. He does not quite have the agility that would be ideal here, but, nonetheless, a good version.

So, all in all, a good CD from one of the finer tenors around today. He does not have a large voice, but it is attractive. A good introduction to his art.

Bravo, Bravo, Bravissimo!.......2005-04-18

These arias from La Traviata, Lucia di Lammermoor, Linda di Chamounix, I Puritani and Rigoletto have been recorded often (Too often) but among recent recordings I like Marcelo Alvarez's recordings of them the most. He has a most velvety and gorgeous timbre, wonderful high notes and he phrases sensitively, he uses vocal colours to shade and illuminate every phrase making him a great successor of lyric tenors like Giuseppe di Stefano and José Carreras. Of course he is individual but just as amazing as these guys! Bravo Monsieur Alvarez!

Early Marcelo Alvarez Revisited.......2004-12-22

Now and then it is a pleasant excursion to return to early recordings made by singers who are reaching a heady level of importance just to see how voices mature. In the case of Marcelo Alvarez, who is enjoying great success with his recordings (Massenet's 'Manon' with Renee Fleming, and his own solo CD 'The Tenor's Passion' for example), listening to this remarkable disc of bel canto arias is of particular interest.

This recording features the younger (1998), lighter voice in the appropriately lighter repertoire and the intelligence coupled with sheer beauty of sound is here. Though his voice has darkened and is much more full now, these bel canto arias are still splendid. The technique is sound, the line is pure, and the bloom at the top promises that he would become the lyric tenor he has become in 2004.

Marcelo Alvarez started here with the right works at the right time in his career. They are here to savour - sort of a hint of what he has become - a treasureable, exciting and intelligent singer. Grady Harp, December 2004

A great voice used well........2002-08-28

Mr. Alvarez has a wonderful vocal instrument, and his technique is marvellous. He is true bel canto. Nothing is ever forced or lacking in beauty. Fine diction and flawless Italian pronunction. Even when the voice rises in intensity, the sound remains lustrous and golden. The liner notes indicate that he is a wise steward of his voice as well, choosing his repetoire carefully and planning ahead as to when he will attempt certain things. I look forward to hearing him sing Cavaridossi in a few years. In the meantime, you will not be disappointed by this collection. It is simply great singing.

What is it with the numbers?.......2002-01-23

I refuse to call this guy the 4th tenor because there are lots of good tenors, always have been. But I do think Marcelo Alvarez is in line to inherit the mantle. Here he puts his agile voice through all the paces. It is a sweet voice, with power-like a velvet glove over a hammer! Never does it sound harsh or forced. I also like that he used "longer cuts" from scenes including duets and ensembles instead of the usual "Greatest Hits" (altho i like those too) But for me the most attractive and appealing element is the absolute joyful quality of his voice, like he is singing for the sheer pleasure of it. Thank you, Marcello, the pleasure is all mine!

Secular Music from Christian and Jewish Spain

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Like a religious experience
Dissappointing soprano
A balm for any soul
Ten stars if possible...
Historical re-release

Secular Music from Christian and Jewish Spain

Manufacturer: EMI Classics
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Binding: Audio CD

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Sephardic Romances
Music for the Spanish Kings
The Splendour of Al-Andalus
Mudejar
Spanish Music of Travel and Discovery/ The Waverly Consort

ASIN: B00000J2QD
Release Date: 1999-06-08

Tracks:

Villancicos From Cancionero de la Colombina: Ni?a y vi?a
Villancicos From Cancionero de la Colombina: Propide melyor
Villancicos From Cancionero de la Colombina: Como no le andaro
Villancicos From Cancionero de la Colombina: Recercada
Villancicos From Cancionero de la Colombina: Fantasia
Villancicos From Cancionero de la Colombina: Pavana
Villancicos From Cancionero de Palacio: Al alva venid, buen amigo
Villancicos From Cancionero de Palacio: Perda mi rrueca
Villancicos From Cancionero de Palacio: A los badel amor
Villancicos From Cancionero de Palacio: Fantasia
Villancicos From Cancionero de Palacio: Romanesca
Villancicos From Cancionero de Palacio: Pues bien para esta
Villancicos From Cancionero de Palacio: Si av dicho, marido
Romances From Cancionero de Palacio: Si d'amor pena sent
Romances From Cancionero de Palacio: O voy
Romances From Cancionero de Palacio: Qu'es de ti, desconsolado
Recercadas sobre tenores: Recercada 4
Recercadas sobre tenores: Recercada 5
Recercadas sobre tenores: Recercada 6
Villancicos From Cancionero de Uppsala: Yo me soy la morenica
Villancicos From Cancionero de Uppsala: Si la nocha haze escura
Villancicos From Cancionero de Uppsala: Soleta s ac
Villancicos From Cancionero de Uppsala: Con qua lavar
Villancicos From Cancionero de Uppsala: Soy serranica

Tracks:

Sephardic Romaces: Pregoneros van y vienen
Sephardic Romaces: El rey de Francia tres hijas tenia
Sephardic Romaces: Una matica de Ruda
Sephardic Romaces: Palestina hermoza
Sephardic Romaces: Nani, nani
Sephardic Romaces: El rey que tanto madruga
Sephardic Romaces: Por que llorax blanca nina
Sephardic Romaces: Moricos los mis moricos
Sephardic Romaces: Lavava y suspirava
Sephardic Romaces: Paxarico tu te llamas
Sephardic Romaces: La Reina xerifa mora
Sephardic Romaces: Por alli paso un cavallero

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Before their expulsion in 1492, the Jews of medieval Spain developed a rich and lively culture, including an exquisite repertory of songs called romanceros--and they kept that repertory alive as they settled in places as diverse as Morocco, Bosnia, Turkey, and Bulgaria. Lovely as the romanceros are, they would have languished as the objects of ethnomusicological studies and might have disappeared altogether, were it not for the efforts of gifted musicians like Hespèrion XX. Jordi Savall and his ensemble, fronted by the unique soprano Montserrat Figueras, just about single-handedly brought those songs to the attention of the modern public with this 1976 recording (now reissued at a bargain price). Disc 1 features a selection of secular music from "Christian" Spain--that is, the courts of Ferdinand and Isabella and the Catholic nobility. The music is elegant and occasionally austere, but Figueras, Savall, and colleagues give the livelier pieces a flavorful swing. Yet disc 2, which features the Sephardic songs, is the real drawing card here. It was in Moorish Spain that Jewish culture flourished, so Hespèrion XX performs the romanceros with Arabic instruments, such as the 'ud (the ancestor of the European lute) and hand drums. These musicians, rechristened Hespèrion XXI in honor of the new century, perform this repertory with more polish now than they did in 1976, but--just as A Feather on the Breath of God did for Hildegard von Bingen--this recording made its own little bit of musical history. --Matthew Westphal

Customer Reviews:

Like a religious experience.......2007-03-28

This disc is pure magic that transends and defies definition. It is time period music that has been rereleased to capture the magic of the original recording. Each song is amazing. The music creates a mood that is best enjoyed alone ,in private so that your thoughts can be elevated to the point of inspiration. Although I like both discs I prefer the one that features Sephardic Romances over the disc that is Court Music and Songs. Montserrat Figueras angelic voice lends itself to beautiful interpretations of these beautiful songs from the Age before the expulsion of the Jews from Spain in 1492. This ancient music is preserved and freshly interpreted under the masterful leadership of Jordi Savall for an authentic recreation. If you have never heard Hesperion XX check this one out, it is fantastic. Recommended for classical music fans who want to hear something different. Once you hear Montserrat Figuerras voice you will feel the inspiration and be hooked on her angelic voice.

Dissappointing soprano.......2006-02-22

I was excitet buying this CD, expecting the quality of songs equal or better than
Begona Olavide and Carlos Paniagua on MA recodings. The music was fine but singing by soprano Montserrat Figueras was borderline annoying.

A balm for any soul.......2001-01-02

Attempting to review a Savall/Figueras CD is a frustrating task. The arsenal of superlatives is so quickly depleted. Terms like 'matchless' and 'unique' might be used, but lack strict definition. After all, a 'matchless' voice needn't be a good one. Terms like 'divine' or 'angelic' tend to remove Montserrat's singing from the real and human. She's nothing if not human. Having been blessed with watching as well as hearing her perform, vouching for her vitality on a stage is easy. But the superior quality of her voice and presentation is so far above the mundane or common as to become nearly indescribable. Anything less than adulation for her seems to indicate shortcomings in the disk or performer. Neither performance nor disk quality falls short here. That she performs religious songs here simply adds to the power of her impact on the listener. You necessarily hesitate, cease other activity, and, if moved enough, drop to your knees in respect and admiration. Tough to do in a crowded concert hall, but the motivation is there. And this from someone who shunned listening to vocal performances for many years. Dame Kiri was one exception and Argenta another, but the discovery of Figueras was the discovery of a voice without flaw.

Anyone visiting this page must certainly know of Jordi Savall and Hesperion XX. You may, however, have missed the glory of Montserrat Figueras' voice. Make up for that lack right away. The selections available here are pitifully limited, but this CD is as good an introduction as any. Don't hesitate to sit and enjoy this music. The sounds received will be a reward to whatever spiritual sense you possess.

Ten stars if possible..........2000-01-27

I agree completely with Stephan: outstanding performance. Montserrat at her best. If "Si d'amor pena sentis" doesn't bring tears to your eyes, what does?

Historical re-release.......1999-07-20

Hesperion XX were pioneers in reviving this music, and collectors will value these recordings which first came out in 1976. However most listeners may prefer more recent recordings by Wimmer on Naxos, and Alia Musica on Harmonia Mundi which have digital sound and include Spanish, and occasionally Hebrew, texts and translations.

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Cardiologist and Poet Recommended.

Baby Needs Guitar

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ASIN: B000060OQ3
Release Date: 2002-03-12

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Wild Mountain Thyme - Scott Tennant
Bach: Suite No. 3, BWV 1068 in D Major [Trans. A Major], Air - The Brazilian Guitar Quartet
Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a, Dance of the Sugar-Plum Fairy
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Paloma - Angel Romero
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Sonata, Op. 27 No. 2, "Moonlight" Adagio - Angel Romero
Rodeo, Corral Nocturne
Introduction and Fandango, Introduction
Amor Brujo, El Circulo Mco [Romance del Pescador]
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Brandenburg Concerto No. 6, Adagio Ma Non Tanto
Sonata Em RLargo/Andante Espressivo (Sprito Gentil)/Poco Pitato - The Brazilian Guitar Quartet
Capriol Suite, Pieds-En-L'Air

Customer Reviews:

Cardiologist and Poet Recommended........2002-07-31

I got this CD as a gift for my 21st birthday and it is wonderful. It is delightful and dozy, complete with recommendation by Cardiologist and Poet, what more could a person ask for?!!
Granted, some tracks almost put me to sleep...

Tracks:

Don Giovanni: Deh, Vieni Alla Finestra
La Favorita: Vien Leonora A Piedi Tuoi
La Favorita: A Tanto Amor
Il Barbiere Di Siviglia: Largo Al Factotum
Guglielmo Tell: Resta Immobile
Rigoletto: Pari Siamo
Rigoletto: Cortigiani, Vil Razza Dannata
Il Trovatore: Il Balen Del Suo Sorriso
La Traviata: Pura Siccome Un Angelo - Paolo Silveri/Adriana Guerrini
La Traviata: Di Provenza Il Mar, Il Suol
Un Ballo In Maschera: Eri Tu Che Macchiavi
Don Carlos: O Carlo, Ascolta
Faust: Dio Possente, Dio D'Amor
Andrea Chenier: Nemico Della Patria
I Pagliacci: Si Puo?
Tu Ca Nun Chiagne
Passione
Santa Lucia Luntana

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Great Singers in Donizetti

Manufacturer: Nimbus Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000007TJ7
Release Date: 1998-06-23

Tracks:

Lucia Di Lammermoor: Cruda Funesta Smania - Mariano Stabile
Lucia Di Lammermoor: Regnava Nel Silenzio...Quando Rapita In Estasi - Luisa Tetrazzini
Lucia Di Lammermoor: Dalle Stanze Ove Lucia - Marcel Journet
Linda Di Chamounix: O Luce Di Quest Anima - Rosina Storchio
Lucrezia Borgia: Di Pescatore Ignobile - Carlo Albani
Lucrezia Borgia: Vieni, La Mia Vendetta...Qualunque Sia L'evento - Francesco Navarrini
Lucrezia Borgia: Il Segreto Per Esser Felice - Clara Butt
Don Pasquale: Sogno Soave E Casto - Giuseppe Anselmi
Don Pasquale: So Anch' Io La Virtu Magica - Olimpia Boronat
Don Pasquale: Pronto Io Son...Vado, Corro - Lucrezia Bori/Giuseppe De Luca
Don Pasquale: Com'e Gentil - Giovanni Martinelli/Metropolitan Opr Chor
L'elisir D'amore: LChiedi All' Aura Lusinghiera - Maria Galvany/Aristodemo Giorgini
L'elisir D'amore: Obbligato, Obbligato - Fernando De Lucia/Ernesto Badini
Maria Di Rudenz: Ah! Non Avea Piu Lagrime - Mattia Battistini
La Favorite: Vien, Lenora - Riccardo Stracciari
La Favorite: Redoutez La Fureur D'un Dieu (Anatheme De Balthazar) - Marcel Journet
La Favorite: A Tanto Amor - Renato Zanelli
La Favorite: Spirito Gentil - Giacomo Lauri-Volpi

Tracks:

Don Sebastiano: Deserto In Terra - Alfred Piccaver
La Figlia Del Reggimento: Convien Partir - Toti Dal Monte
L'Elisir D'Amore: Udite, Udite, O Rustici - Salvatore Baccaloni
L'Elisir D'Amore: Una Furtiva Lagrima - Tito Schipa
Don Pasquale: Cheti, Cheti, Immantinente - Mariano Stabile/Martin Lawrence
Don Pasquale: Tornami A Dir Che M'ami - Toti Dal Monte/Tito Schipa
La Favorite: Una Vergine, Un Angiol Di Dio - Aureliano Pertile
La Favorite: O Mio Fernando - Sigrid Onegin
La Favorite: Splendon Piu Belle - Ezio Pinza/Metropolitan Opr Chor/Giulio Setti
Lucia Di Lammermoor: Sulla Tomba Che Rinserra...Verrano A Te Sull'aure - Aureliano Pertile/Anna Rosza
Lucia Di Lammermoor: Splendon I Sacri Faci...Ardon Gl'incensi... Spargi D'amaro Pianto - Toti Dal Monte
Lucia Di Lammermoor: Tombe Degli Avi Miei...Fra Poco A Me Ricovero...Tu Che A Dio Spiegasti L'ali - Beniamino Gigli/Ezio Pinza/Metropolitan Opr House Chor/Giulio Setti

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A vocal feast for lovers of bel canto. Nimbus has collected Donizetti's most popular arias in versions made by Golden Age singers. The earliest tracks date from 1906; the most recent, buffo bass Salvatore Baccaloni's delightful "Udite, udite, o rustici," from 1932. In between come a gallery of famous singers of yesteryear, including the likes of Luisa Tetrazzini, Giovanni Martinelli, Marcel Journet, Mattia Battistini, and Lucrezia Bori. Beniamino Gigli and Ezio Pinza are heard in the Tomb Scene from Lucia di Lammermoor; bright-voiced soprano Toti dal Monte joins Tito Schipa's lyric tenor in "Tornami a dir che m'ami" from Don Pasquale, among many other highlights. Vocal buffs will already have many of these items in their collections, but this convenient package invites duplication and exploration. --Dan Davis

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