Baroque Divas
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Label: Decca
Cat No: 4788099
Format: CD
Number of Discs: 1
Genre: Opera
Release Date: 6th November 2015
Contents
Works
AstianatteArtists
Vivica Genaux (mezzo-soprano)Sonia Prina (mezzo-soprano)
Mary-Ellen Nesi (mezzo-soprano)
Romina Basso (mezzo-soprano)
Armonia Atenea
Conductor
George PetrouWorks
AstianatteArtists
Vivica Genaux (mezzo-soprano)Sonia Prina (mezzo-soprano)
Mary-Ellen Nesi (mezzo-soprano)
Romina Basso (mezzo-soprano)
Armonia Atenea
Conductor
George PetrouAbout
The history of opera is inseparably linked with the biographies of singers - audiences have always been fascinated by both musical prowess and behind the scenes goings-on.
The battle for prestige and fame was heated and passionate in the Baroque era, with legendary rivalries. Fiercely competitive, Cuzzoni and Bordoni were among the most acclaimed divas of the age, resorting to fisticuffs on stage.
Present-day prima donnas Genaux, Prina, Nesi and Basso now follow in the footsteps of their fervid predecessors, presenting on disc a tongue-in-cheek survey of standout arias for mezzo-soprano and contralto.
Three star mezzos and a magnificent top contralto are accompanied by the superb Greek orchestra Armonia Atenea under conductor George Petrou, winner of Germany’s prestigious ECHO Klassik Prize.
A stunning recital, bringing to life the rich heritage of Baroque opera – the acme of musical enjoyment with the entertaining element of cultic stardom.
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