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The Essential Collection [ CD / Album ]

The Essential Collection

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  • Released Date: 23 Apr 2007

  • Genre: Classical

Our Take

What can be said about the iconic Maria Callas that hasn't already been sung from the rooftops of opera houses around the world? The Essential Collection serves as a love letter to the soprano goddess herself, compiling some of her most breathtaking performances into one must-have album.

From the first notes of "Casta Diva" to the powerful crescendo of "Un Bel Di Vedremo," Callas's voice is a force of nature that demands to be heard. Her emotive delivery and technical prowess shine through on every track, leaving listeners spellbound by her sheer talent.

The collection features a mix of arias and popular opera pieces, showcasing Callas's versatility as a performer. Whether she's tackling the dramatic intensity of "O Mio Babbino Caro" or the playful charm of "Quando m'en vo," Callas's voice carries a depth and richness that is truly unparalleled.

There's a reason why Maria Callas is regarded as one of the greatest sopranos of all time, and The Essential Collection serves as a reminder of her enduring legacy. If you're a fan of opera, or simply appreciate the beauty of a truly masterful voice, this album is a must-listen. So sit back, pour yourself a glass of your finest Prosecco, and let Maria Callas enchant you with her timeless artistry.

Track Listing
Disc: 2
1. Una voce poco fa ('Il Barbiere di Siviglia' Act 1)
2. respiro appena... Io son I'umile ancella ('Adriana Lecouvreur' Act 1)
3. Poveri fiori ('Adriana Lecouvreur' Act 4)
4. La mamma morta ('Andrea Chenier' Act 3)
5. Ebben?... Ne andro lontana ('La Wally' Act 1)
6. L'altra notte in fondo al mare ('Mefistofele' Act 3)
7. Perche?... Voi Io sapete ('Cavalleria Rusticana')
8. Qual fiamma avea nel guardo!... Oh! Che volo d'augelli...Stridono lassu (Nedda's Meditation) ('Pagliacci')
9. Regnava nel silenzio... Quando rapito in estasi ('Lucia di Lammermoor' Act 1)
10. Merce, dilette amiche (Bolero) ('I Vespri Siciliani' Act 5)
11. O terra, addio ('Aida' Act 4)
12. Pace, Pace, Mio Dio!
13. Gualtier Malde... Caro nome ('Rigoletto' Act 1)
14. Bella figlia dell'amore (Quartet) ('Rigoletto')


Disc: 1
15. Ombra leggiera (Shadow Song) ('Dinorah' Act 2)
16. Dov' e l'Indiana bruna? (Bell Song) ('Lakme' Act 2)
1. Vissi d'arte ('Tosca' Act 2)
2. In quelle trine morbide ('Manon Lescaut' Act 2)
3. Sola, perduta, abbandonata ('Manon Lescaut' Act 4)
4. Bimba, dagli occhi... Vogliamente bene... Un po' di vero c'e (Love Duet) ('Madame Butterfly' Act 1)
5. Un bel di vedremo ('Madame Butterfly' Act 2)
6. Con onor muore... Tu? Tu? piccolo Iddio! ('Madame Butterfly' Act 2)
7. Si, mi chiamano Mimi ('La Boheme' Act 1)
8. Donde lieta usci (Mimi's Farewell) ('La Boheme' Act 3)
9. Senza mamma, O bimbo ('Suor Angelica')
10. O mio babbino caro ('Gianni Schicchi')
11. Signore, ascolta! ('Turandot' Act 1)
12. In questa Reggia... O Principi, che a lunghe carovane ('Turandot' Act 2)
13. Tu, che di gel sei cinta ('Turandot' Act 3)
14. Ah! la vergine adorata... Ah! Son vergin vezzosa (Polonaise) ('I Puritani' Act 1)

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