01. "An Introduction to # BELLINI La sonnambula: Background: Introduction"
02. "An Introduction to # BELLINI La sonnambula: Background: Rossini and Donizetti"
03. "An Introduction to # BELLINI La sonnambula: Background: Bellini: his life and other operas"
04. "An Introduction to # BELLINI La sonnambula: La sonnambula: The plot and bel canto"
05. "An Introduction to # BELLINI La sonnambula: La sonnambula: Prelude and Lisa's cavatina"
06. "An Introduction to # BELLINI La sonnambula: La sonnambula: Amina's entrance"
07. "An Introduction to # BELLINI La sonnambula: La sonnambula: Amina and Elvino's love duet"
08. "An Introduction to # BELLINI La sonnambula: La sonnambula: Enter Count Rodolfo"
09. "An Introduction to # BELLINI La sonnambula: La sonnambula: Exit Count Rodolfo, and other love duet"
10. "An Introduction to # BELLINI La sonnambula: La sonnambula: Lisa's visit and Amina's sleepwalking"
11. "An Introduction to # BELLINI La sonnambula: La sonnambula: Broken-hearted Elvino"
12. "An Introduction to # BELLINI La sonnambula: La sonnambula: Elvino still feels betrayed"
13. "An Introduction to # BELLINI La sonnambula: La sonnambula: Plot revelations"
14. "An Introduction to # BELLINI La sonnambula: La sonnambula: The 'mad' scene"
Number of discs:
1
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Narrated By Smillie, Timson
Description:
La sonnambula was written by Bellini as a vehicle for two of the supreme singers of his age and accordingly is a fine example of the school we call bel canto, where beauty of voice and the virtuosity of the singers is integral to conveying the emotions in the soul of the composer. The fact that Bellini was one of the great melodists, writing long, beautiful vocal lines, that he was a master orchestrator and that he could write stirringly for the chorus all conspire to make La sonnambula an extremely enjoyable example of Italian opera in it's prime.
"An Introduction To La Sonnambula" is a captivating audio guide on CD, presented by the renowned narrator David Timson and produced by Naxos. This release offers listeners an insightful exploration of Vincenzo Bellini?s beloved opera "La Sonnambula," delving into its plot, characters, musical highlights, and historical context. The narration provides both newcomers and seasoned opera enthusiasts with a deeper understanding of this masterpiece?s emotional depth and lyrical beauty. David Timson is celebrated for his articulate delivery and expertise in classical music commentary, making complex operatic themes accessible to all audiences.
David Timson has built an impressive career as an actor, director, and especially as a distinguished narrator for numerous classical music guides and audiobooks. His clear voice and engaging style have earned him acclaim among listeners worldwide; he is particularly known for his work with Naxos AudioBooks.
Naxos stands out as one of the world?s leading classical music labels, recognized for its commitment to high-quality recordings at affordable prices. With a vast catalog spanning orchestral works to educational audio guides like this one, Naxos continues to make great music accessible to everyone.