Zandonai - Francesca da Rimini / Domingo, Kabaivanska, Manuguerra, Queler
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Canadian Music Store Music CD CoverEdition: Music CDCD Release Date: 1999-08-17 Music Label: Opera D'oro Soundtracks: Music CD 1
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When Zandonai's most famous opera, "Francesca da Rimini," premiered at Turino in 1914 (at the Met in 1916) opera goers were still in the melodic grip of the grand Puccini. Zandonai was quite a surprise. There are no arias, per Puccini, still the lovely aria, "Paolo, Paolo, datemi pace," is such an earnest plea from the tragic Francesca who loved only Paolo, but was in a forced political marriage to his warring brother. The brothers are unique in each part, and run the gamut from menacing to gentle. The women's parts are tender and sweet. The contralto singing the maid servant of Francesca is splendid. It is commonly agreed that the great Raina Kabaivanska is the preeminent interpreter of Francesca. Her amazing pianissimi and complete vocal control are the envy of many, if not most, divas. The thrilling artistic compatability of Kabaivanska and Domingo in "Tosca" and "Il Trovatore," are equalled in this performance. As important as the story line taken from a tale from Dante's "Inferno" is, the hauntingly beautiful harmonies Riccardo Zondonai has interposed throughout the opera are its crowing glory. They, with with the lack of defining arias, set the tone for this innovative and magnificent work. Because you will not hum along with any of this, it is recomended for the listener to know the story, follow with libretto in hand. Seen and heard, this is a heartbreakingly beautiful opera. Heard, alone, may be a challenge, but one well worth the time and effort to understand and appreciate. G.K Brown, DMA, Profesor of Music, Ret.
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