Puccini: Madama Butterfly

Zeani, Mori, Trimarchi; Basile

Venezia, 1964

$9.95

Madama Butterfly

Giacomo Puccini (1858–1924)

DESCRIPTION

To fans of Virginia Zeani, it should come as no surprise that hers is a Cio-Cio-San for the ages. She combines the character's inherent youth, the vocal heft to match Puccini's orchestration, and, most crucially, a deep connection to the inner life of the role. From her entrance, she brings a humanity to Butterfly that makes the character fully believable—all hallmarks of her artistry throughout her career.

The supporting cast is excellent, with Luciano Palumbi standing out as a dashing Pinkerton.

CAST

Cio-Cio San – Virginia Zeani
Suzuki – Rosa Laghezza
Pinkerton – Luciano Palombi
Sharpless – Domenico Trimarchi
Goro – Angelo Mori
Yamadori – Mario Guggia
Lo zio Bonzo – Virgilio Carbonari
Commissario Imperiale – Uberto Scaglione

DETAILS

Location: Venezia
Date: 1964
Conductor: Arturo Basile
Catalogue Number: OD 12304-2
Label: Opera Depot
Number of Discs: 2
In Mono