Pacini - Alessandro Nell’Indie
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Label: Opera Rara
Cat No: ORC35
Format: Hybrid SACD
Number of Discs: 3
Genre: Opera
Release Date: 6th December 2007
Contents
Artists
Bruce FordJennifer Larmore
Laura Claycomb
Dean Robinson
Mark Wilde
Geoffrey Mitchell Choir
London Philharmonic Orchestra
Conductor
David ParryWorks
Alessandro Nell'IndieArtists
Bruce FordJennifer Larmore
Laura Claycomb
Dean Robinson
Mark Wilde
Geoffrey Mitchell Choir
London Philharmonic Orchestra
Conductor
David ParryAbout
A rehandling of a libretto by the 18th-century dramatist Metastasio, Alessandro nell’Indie tells the story of Alexander the Great’s campaign in India, of his defeat of the Indian king Porus (Poro), and of his infatuation with an Indian queen, Cleophes (Cleofide). It is a vehicle for gorgeously over-the-top bravura singing as the characters confront each other, deceive each other, reproach each other, plead with each other. Seemingly inevitable tragedy is finally averted as they vie in displaying idealistic generosity, fidelity and magnanimity. Alessandro, determined not to be outdone, becomes the quintessential 18th century ‘benevolent despot’.
The 3CD set comes with a lavishly illustrated book including a complete libretto with an English translation. Jeremy Commons gives a detailed account of the story behind the opera and its composition.
This is Opera Rara’s first recording pressed in SACD Hybrid format and is compatible with all CD players.
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