The Maid of Orleans

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840 - 1893)

DESCRIPTION

The Maid of Orleans stands as one of Tchaikovsky’s more ambitious and lesser-known operas, blending grand historical drama with a uniquely 19th-century portrayal of religious fervor. The work’s depiction of Joan of Arc channels both spiritual ecstasy and personal sacrifice, framed by the composer’s rich orchestral palette.

In the title role, Eva Randová delivers a performance of extraordinary power and vocal security. She unleashes torrents of sound with unwavering control, yet always preserves the character’s inner humanity. Her portrayal captures the tension between divine calling and mortal doubt, commanding the stage with magnetic authority.

CAST

Joan of Arc – EVA RANDOVÁ
Agnes – JANE MARSH
Charles VII – LUDOVIC SPIESS
Lionel – NICOLA MITIC
Thibault of Arc – ROBERT AMIS EL HAGE
The Cardinal – AAGE HAUGLAND

DETAILS

Location: Rome
Date: April 24, 1975
Conductor: Yuri Aronovich
Catalogue Number: OD 12223-3
Label: Opera Depot
Number of Discs: 3
In Mono

Act I

Tracks 1–11

Act II

Tracks 1–11

Act III

Tracks 1–10

Act IV

Tracks 11–14