Opera in a prologue and 2 acts Libretto: Ruggero Leoncavallo Premier: May 21, 1892, Teatro Dal Verme in Milan
Recorded: October 25, 1961, Tokyo Bunka Kaikan
Canio: Mario Del Monaco Nedda: Gabriella Tucci Tonio: Aldo Protti Silvio: Attilio D'Orazi Beppe: Antonio Pirino
The incomparable tenor Mario Del Monaco in one of his most celebrated portrayals. This breathtaking 1961 performance also features unforgettable performances by Gabriella Tucci as Nedda and Aldo Protti as Silvio. The NHK Symphony Orchestra & Italian Opera Chorus, the Fujiwara Opera Chorus, and the Tokyo Choraliers are all under the direction of Giuseppe Morelli. |