Description
Rossini – Semiramide (3-CD) | Gruberova, D’Arcangelo, Flórez, Panni – Radio Symphonieorchester Wien
UPC: 9004686207013
MPN: NC 207013-2
Brand Name: Nightingale Classics / ORF Co-Production
Overview
This magnificent 3-CD recording of Gioacchino Rossini’s opera Semiramide captures the dazzling bel canto brilliance of one of the composer’s most elaborate and virtuosic masterpieces. Starring the legendary Edita Gruberova as Semiramide, this production features Bernadette Manca di Nissa, Juan Diego Flórez, Ildebrando D’Arcangelo, and Julian Konstantinov in a richly expressive performance under Marcello Panni, conducting the Radio Symphonieorchester Wien and the Wiener Konzertchor.
This Nightingale Classics edition offers a vivid sound experience recorded in Vienna, combining vocal grandeur with orchestral elegance—a must-have for lovers of Italian opera and bel canto artistry.
Product Features
- Format: 3 × Audio CD (Complete Opera Recording)
- Genre: Classical / Opera
- Composer: Gioacchino Rossini (1792–1868)
- Work: Semiramide, Regina di Babilonia (Opera in Two Acts)
- Libretto: Gaetano Rossi (based on Voltaire’s Semiramis)
- Label: Nightingale Classics AG, Switzerland
- Recording: Co-production with ORF, RSC, and Wiener Konzerthaus
- Release Years: 1998 / 2001
- Country of Manufacture: Austria
- Audio Format: DDD (Digital Recording)
- Catalog Number: NC 207013-2
- Barcode: 9004686207013
- Total Running Time: Approx. 3 hours
Cast and Performers
- Semiramide, Königin von Babylon – Edita Gruberova
- Arsace, Befehlshaber der Armee – Bernadette Manca di Nissa
- Azema, Prinzessin aus dem Stamm Baals – Hélène Le Corre
- Assur, Prinz aus dem Stamm Baals – Ildebrando D’Arcangelo
- Idreno, König von Indien – Juan Diego Flórez
- Oroe, Oberpriester – Julian Konstantinov
- Mitrane, Hauptmann – José Guadalupe Reyes
- Schatten des Ninos – Andreas Jankowitsch
Wiener Konzertchor (Artistic Director: Gottfried Rabl) Radio Symphonieorchester Wien Conductor: Marcello Panni
Interesting Facts
- A Monument of Bel Canto: Semiramide marks the culmination of Rossini’s Italian career—a grand opera fusing virtuosic vocalism, emotional complexity, and monumental choral scenes.
- Edita Gruberova’s Signature Role: This Vienna performance showcases Gruberova at the height of her artistry, delivering breathtaking coloratura precision and regal dramatic poise.
- Star-Studded Cast: Featuring future superstar Juan Diego Flórez early in his career, and bass-baritone Ildebrando D’Arcangelo, the ensemble embodies the finest traditions of Rossini performance.
- Viennese Excellence: Recorded in co-production with ORF and the Wiener Konzerthaus, this set represents a model of Austrian recording craftsmanship, both musically and technically.
Publishers
© 1998 / 2001 Nightingale Classics AG, Switzerland. Cover photo by Schlegel & Egle, Zürich. Made in Austria. A co-production of Nightingale Classics, ORF, RSC, and the Wiener Konzerthaus.
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