Disc 01 Mefistotele (Oper) (Gesamtaufnahme) 01. "Vorspiel (Prolog im Himmel)" 02. "Ave Signor" 03. "Scherzo instrumenale" 04. "Intermezzo" 05. "Scherzo vocale" 06. "Salmodia Finale" 07. "Perche di la (1. Akt, 1. Szene: Ostersonntag)" 08. "Al soave reggiar" 09. "Sediam sovra quel sasso" 10. "Dai campi, dai prati (2. Szene: Der Pakt)" 11. "Ola!" 12. "Son lo spirito che nega" 13. "Strano figlio del caos" 14. "Cavaliere illustre... (2. Akt, !. Szene: Der Garten)"
Disc 02 01. "Su cammina (2. Szene)" 02. "Danza di Streghe" 03. "Ecco il modo" 04. "Ah! Su! Riddiamo" 05. "L'altra notte in fondo al mare (3. Akt: Margaretes Tod)" 06. "Salvala!" 07. "Lontano, lontano" 08. "Sorge il di!" 09. "Spunta... l'aurora pallida" 10. "La luna immobile (4. Akt: Klassische Walpurgisnacht)" 11. "Ecco la notte del calssico Sabba" 12. "Trionfi ad Elena" 13. "Notte, cupa, truce" 14. "Chi vien?" 15. "Forma ideal purissima" 16. "Ah! Amore! misterio! Celeste, profondo!" 17. "Cammina... (Epilog: Fausts Tod)" 18. "Giunto sul passo estremo" 19. "Ecco la nuova turba" 20. "Odi il canto d'amor"
Number of discs:
2
Description:
Labelcode RCA68284C.2
"MEFISTOFELE" is a captivating opera recording on CD, featuring the renowned conductor Riccardo Muti alongside celebrated artists Samuel Ramey and Vincenzo La Scola, with the Orchestra del Teatro alla Scala. This interpretation of Arrigo Boito's masterpiece brings to life the dramatic tale of Faust and Mephistopheles through powerful vocal performances and masterful orchestration. The production stands out for its emotional depth, rich soundscapes, and meticulous attention to musical detail. RCA Red Seal, the manufacturer behind this release, has long been recognized as a leading label in classical music recordings, known for their commitment to audio excellence and historic collaborations with world-class musicians. Riccardo Muti is one of today?s most distinguished conductors; his illustrious career includes leadership roles at La Scala Milan and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Samuel Ramey?s commanding bass voice has graced major opera houses worldwide while Vincenzo La Scola was acclaimed for his lyrical tenor interpretations.