Mirella Freni Luciano Pavarotti Christa Ludwig Wiener Philharmoniker Herbert von Karajan - Puccini: Madama Butterfly [CD]

Experience the timeless beauty of Puccini's "Madama Butterfly" with this exquisite recording featuring the illustrious voices of Mirella Freni, Luciano Pavarotti, and Christa Ludwig. Conducted by the legendary Herbert von Karajan, this performance is brought to life by the renowned Wiener Philharmoniker. Immerse yourself in the emotional depth and dramatic intensity of this operatic masterpiece, as the exceptional cast and orchestra deliver a captivating rendition that highlights the poignant themes and lush orchestration of Puccini's beloved work. Perfect for both opera aficionados and newcomers alike, this recording is a testament to the enduring power of one of opera's most cherished compositions.

Act One • Erster Akt

E Soffitto E Pareti (Pinkerton, Goro)

Sorride Vostro Onore? (Suzuki, Pinkerton, Goro, Sharpless)

Dovunque Al Mondo Lo Yankee (Pinkerton, Sharpless, Goro)

America For Ever (Pinkerton, Sharpless, Goro)

Ier L'Altro Il Consolato Sen'venne A Visitar (Sharpless, Pinkerton)

Ecco. Son Giunte Al Sommo Del Pendio (Goro, Butterfly, Sharpless, Amiche di Butterfly)

Gran Ventura (Butterfly, Pinkerton, Sharpless, Goro, Amiche di Butterfly)

L'Imperial Commissario, L'Ufficiale Del Registro, I Congiunti (Goro, Pinkerton, Butterfly, Yakusidé, Sharpless, Parenti ed Amiche di Butterfly)

Vieni, Amor Mio! Vi Piace La Casetta? (Pinkerton, Butterfly, Goro)

Ieri Son Salita Tutta Sola In Segreto Alla Missione (Butterfly)

Tutti Zitti! (Goro, Il Commisiario Imperiale, Butterfly, Pinkerton, Sharpless, L'Ufficiale Del Registro), Amiche di Butterfly)

O Kami! O Kami! (Amiche di Butterfly, Pinkerton, Yakusidé, Parenti)

Cio-Cio-san! Cio-Cio-san! Abbominazione! (Il Bonzo, Butterfly, Goro, Pinkerton, Parenti ed Amiche di Butterfly)

Bimba, Bimba, Non Piangere (Pinkerton, Butterfly, Suzuki, Parenti ed Amiche di Butterfly)

Viene La Sera (Pinkerton, Butterfly, Suzuki)

Vogliatemi Bene (Butterfly, Pinkerton)

Act Two • Zweiter Akt

E Izaghi Ed Izanami (Suzuki, Butterfly)

Un Bel Dì, Vedremo Levarsi Un Fil Di Fumo (Butterfly)

C'È. Entrate (Goro, Sharpless, Butterfly, Yamadori)

Si Sa Che Aprir La Porta E La Moglie Cacciar (Butterfly, Sharpless)

Udiste? (Goro, Sharpless, Yamadori, Butterfly)

Ora A Noi. Sedete Qui (Sharpless, Butterfly)

Ebbene, Che Fareste, Madama Butterfly, S'Ei Non Dovesse Ritornar (Sharpless, Butterfly)

E Questo?... E Questo? (Butterfly, Sharpless)

Che Tua Madre Dovrà Prenderti In Braccio (Butterfly, Sharpless)

Vespa! Rospo Maledetto! (Suzuki, Butterfly, Goro)

Una Nave Da Guerra (Suzuki, Butterfly)

Scuoti Quella Fronda Di Ciliegio (Butterfly, Suzuki)

Or Vienmi Ad Adornar (Butterfly, Suzuki)

Humming Chorus • Summchor

Act Three • Dritter Akt

Intermezzo - Oh Eh! Oh Eh! (Marinai)

Twittering Of The Birds From The Garden • Vogelgezwitscher Im Garten

Già Il Sole! Cio-Cio-san! (Suzuki, Butterfly)

Chi Sia? (Suzuki, Sharpless, Pinkerton)

Io So Che Alle Sue Pene Non Ci Sono Conforti! (Sharpless, Pinkerton, Suzuki)

Non Ve L'Avevo Detto? (Sharpless, Pinkerton)

Addio, Fiorito Asil Di Letizia E D'Amor (Pinkerton, Sharpless, Kate, Suzuki)

Suzuki! Suzuki! Dove Sei? (Butterfly, Suzuki)

Tu, Suzuki, Che Sei Tanto Buona, Non Piangere! (Butterfly, Suzuki, Sharpless, Kate)

Come Una Mosca Prigioniera L'Ali Batte Il Piccolo Cuor! (Suzuki, Butterfly)

"Con Onor Muore Chi Non Può Serbar Vita Con Onore" (Butterfly, Pinkerton)

• Genre: Classical
• Product Type: AUDIO CD
• Barcode: 28948710430
• Release Date: July 25, 2025

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