Renee Fleming: By Request
Label: DECCA Catalog: 4750942 Format: CD 1 CD - Label: Decca - 4750942 - Gianni Schicchi: Aria 'o Mio Babbino Caro' - Puccini, Giacomo (1858-1924) - Soprano: Renee FlemingFor those who do not own any Renee Fleming, then this is the CD for you. For those are familiar with Renee Fleming, this is also the CD for you! 'By Request' showcases one of the greatest sopranos of our generation in her signature arias. The repertoire spans from Mozart to Korngold, with works by Puccini, Bellini, Gounod and Verdi sprinkled in between. The disc begins with 'O mio babbino caro' from Gianni Schicchi, and she does not disappoint. The magnificent rendition of 'Porgi Amor' from Mozart's Figaro shows why Fleming is one of the leading Countess' in the world. Truly, the highlight of the disc is Rusalka's 'Song to the Moon, by Dvorak. Renee has championed this aria, and indeed the entire opera, and has almost single handedly brought close to standard repertoire. Treat yourself to one of the most beautiful voices of all time! Price: $18.98 |