Giuseppe Verdi: Aida — Sofia National Opera Orchestra & Chorus — Ivan Marinov, Conductor CD

Product Information

• UPC: 4006408511984
• Product Type: Music CD
• Format: Digital Audio Disc (DDD)
• Label: Capriccio
• Catalog Number: 51 198
• Release Year: 2005

• Artists:

  Orchestra & Chorus: Sofia National Opera Orchestra and Chorus
  • Yulia Wiener-Chenisheva (Aida)
  • Nikola Nikolov (Radames)
  • Alexandrina Milcheva (Amneris)
  • Nikolay Smochevsky (Amonasro)
  • Nikola Ghiuselev (Ramfis)
  • Stefan Tsiganchev (King of Egypt)
  • Maria Dimchevska (Priestess)
  • Verter Vrachovsky (Messenger)
• Conductor: Ivan Marinov
• Label: Capriccio
• Made in: Germany

Overview

This powerful Capriccio release captures the dramatic intensity and sweeping grandeur of Giuseppe Verdi’s opera Aida, performed by the Sofia National Opera Orchestra and Chorus under the baton of Ivan Marinov. Featuring a stellar cast led by Yulia Wiener-Chenisheva as Aida and Nikola Nikolov as Radames, this recording showcases the rich emotional textures and majestic orchestral colors of Verdi’s masterpiece.

The ensemble delivers a compelling rendition filled with stirring choruses, heroic arias, and lyrical duets, bringing the tragic story of love and sacrifice set against the backdrop of ancient Egypt vividly to life. The Sofia National Opera’s passionate interpretation is complemented by excellent sound quality, making this release a notable addition to any opera collection.

Product Features

• Work: Aida by Giuseppe Verdi (Opera in four acts)

• Principal Soloists:

  Orchestra & Chorus: Sofia National Opera Orchestra and Chorus
  • Yulia Wiener-Chenisheva (Aida)
  • Nikola Nikolov (Radames)
  • Alexandrina Milcheva (Amneris)
  • Nikolay Smochevsky (Amonasro)
  • Nikola Ghiuselev (Ramfis)
  • Stefan Tsiganchev (King of Egypt)
  • Maria Dimchevska (Priestess)
  • Verter Vrachovsky (Messenger)
• Conductor: Ivan Marinov
• Format: Digital Audio Disc (DDD)
• Label: Capriccio
• Catalog Number: 51 198

Interesting Facts

• Epic Opera: Aida is one of Verdi’s most enduring works, famous for its grandeur, memorable melodies, and dramatic power.
• Bulgarian Opera Excellence: The Sofia National Opera is celebrated for its vibrant performances and vocal excellence, highlighted in this recording.
• Rich Cast: Features prominent Bulgarian singers known for their powerful voices and expressive artistry.
• Authentic Atmosphere: The orchestra and chorus provide an authentic soundscape evocative of ancient Egypt’s magnificence.

Publishers

Published by Delta Music GmbH, Frechen, Germany. Distributed by Capriccio Records. All rights reserved under catalog number 51 198.

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