Jonas Kaufmann, Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, Coro Dell'Accademia Nazionale Di Santa Cecilia & Antonio Pappano - Verdi: Otello (2020)
XLD Rip | FLAC (tracks+log+.cue) - 514 Mb | MP3 CBR 320 kbps - 309 Mb | 02:14:57
Classical, Opera | Label: Sony Classical
XLD Rip | FLAC (tracks+log+.cue) - 514 Mb | MP3 CBR 320 kbps - 309 Mb | 02:14:57
Classical, Opera | Label: Sony Classical
This studio recording finds Kaufmann and Pappano reunited after their 2017 staged run at Covent Garden—the tenor’s first Otello. It’s an elegant performance: Pappano follows the letter of the score with great attention to detail, drawing magnificent playing from his Roman orchestra, with lyricism the defining quality. Kaufmann’s Otello matches his conductor’s approach and his baritonal tenor easily embraces the full range of this formidable role. It’s a well-thought-out performance that gives much pleasure. Federica Lombardi’s Desdemona develops convincingly throughout the opera and truly touches the heart. Carlos Álvarez makes Iago an introspective schemer. Well worth your attention.