Giacomo Puccini: Il Tabarro Complete Live Opera Recording from Vienna Konzerthaus CDProduct InformationUPC:845221053264Product Type:Audio CDFormat:Digital Live RecordingGenre:Opera / Italian VerismoComposer:Giacomo Puccini (18581924)Work:Il Tabarro, Opera in One Act (1913-16)Libretto:Giuseppe Adami, based on Didier GoldsLa HouppelandePrincipal Cast:Chorus:Wiener Singakademie, Chorus Master Heinz FerleschJohan Botha (Tenor, Luigi)Wolfgang Koch (Baritone, Michele)Elza van den Heever (Soprano, Giorgetta)Heidi Brunner (Soprano, La Frugola)Charles Reid (Tenor, Il Tinca / Liederverkufer)Janusz Monarcha (Bass, Il Talpa)Elisabeta Marin (Soprano, Liebende)Orchestra:ORF Vienna Radio Symphony OrchestraConductor:Bertrand de BillyRecording Venue:Wiener Konzerthaus, ViennaRecording Date:20 May 2010 (Live)Recording Producer:Erich HofmannRecording Engineer:Andreas KarlbergerLabel:CapriccioCatalog Number:C5326Release Year:2018Cover Photo: iordani / fotolia.comMade in AustriaWebsite:www.capriccio.atOverviewIl Tabarrois the dark and intense first act of PuccinisIl Trittico, a gripping verismo opera that explores themes of love, jealousy, and betrayal in a gritty setting along the Seine in Paris. This live recording from Viennas prestigious Konzerthaus features the passionate and powerful performances of tenor Johan Botha, baritone Wolfgang Koch, and soprano Elza van den Heever, with sensitive support from the ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra conducted by Bertrand de Billy.The Wiener Singakademie provides rich choral textures, under the expert direction of Heinz Ferlesch, enhancing the dramatic atmosphere. Captured in a live performance setting, this recording preserves the immediacy and emotional intensity of Puccinis music and storytelling.Product FeaturesFormat:1 Audio CDLanguage:ItalianOpera Type:One-act verismo operaArtists:Johan Botha, Wolfgang Koch, Elza van den Heever, and supporting castChorus:Wiener SingakademieOrchestra:ORF Vienna Radio Symphony OrchestraConductor:Bertrand de BillyRecording:Live digital recording from Wiener KonzerthausProduction:High-quality sound with professional live acousticsInteresting FactsIl Tabarrowas composed by Puccini between 1913 and 1916 and forms part of hisIl Tritticotrilogy of one-act operas.Johan Botha, a renowned tenor, is celebrated for his powerful voice and dramatic interpretation, bringing depth to Luigis character.Bertrand de Billy is known for his expressive conducting, particularly in Italian opera repertoire.The Wiener Singakademie is one of Austrias oldest and most prestigious choirs, lending a refined choral presence.The live recording captures the energy and tension of the dramatic narrative in a historic Viennese venue.Track Listing(Refer to enclosed booklet for detailed track listing and timings)Publishers 2018 Capriccio, Vienna, Austria A production of sterreichischer Rundfunk (ORF) Cover photo iordani / fotolia.com Made in AustriaWe value your feedback! Share your experience with this product to help others make informed decisions. Your review is important to us!HashtagsEnglish:#Puccini #IlTabarro #JohanBotha #WolfgangKoch #ElzaVanDenHeever #BertrandDeBilly #ORFViennaRadioSymphony #WienerSingakademie #Capriccio #LiveOperaGerman:#Puccini #IlTabarro #JohanBotha #WolfgangKoch #ElzaVanDenHeever #BertrandDeBilly #ORFWienerRadiophilharmonie #WienerSingakademie #Capriccio #LiveOper