Highlights from Verdis Opera Un Ballo in MascheraUPC: LPX 1056Product Details:Label: LPX 1056 Format: Vinyl, LP, Stereo Country: Hungary Released: Unknown Genre: Classical / Opera HighlightsProduct FeaturesExcerpts from Verdis landmark operaUn Ballo in Maschera(premiered 1859, Teatro Apollo, Rome)Includes instrumental Prelude and ten key vocal numbers: arias, duets, ensemble pieces, and the finaleConducted byLamberto Gardelli, known for his authoritative Verdi interpretationsLiner commentary and notes byPter Vrnai, providing historical context and musical analysisStereo vinyl pressing capturing the drama and contrapuntal richness of Verdis scoreOverviewThis LP distills the dramatic essence of Giuseppe VerdisUn Ballo in Mascherainto a concise highlights program. The operas original Stockholm setting and Gustav III assassination plot were transposed to colonial Boston for censorship reasons; the libretto by Antonio Somma (after Eugne Scribe) weaves forbidden love and revenge into a tight dramaturgy. Here youll hear the conspirators chorus, Riccardos tender love aria, Ulricas dark prophecy, Amelias plea for oblivion, Renatos vengeance, and the operas moving finale. Under Lamberto Gardellis baton, each selection showcases Verdis mature contrapuntal writing and thematic unity, from recurring motifs to masterful orchestration.Track ListingPrelude (Introduzione)Conspirators Chorus (Unisono Contrappunto)Riccardos Love Aria (Act I)Oscars Arietta (Act I)Ulricas Aria (Act I, Scene II)Terzetto of Amelia, Oscar & Riccardo (Act I)Sailors Ballad Riccardo in Disguise (Act II)Amelias Aria (Act II)Duet: Amelia & Riccardo (Act II Finale)Renatos Revenge Aria (Act III)Oscars Arietta (Act III)Finale: Riccardos Farewell & EnsembleKey CreditsComposer: Giuseppe Verdi Librettist: Antonio Somma (after Eugne Scribe) Conductor: Lamberto Gardelli Liner Notes: Pter VrnaiBOX #59