Cavaradossi is painting a Madonna for the church, and he is basing the painting…Cavaradossi is painting a Madonna for the church, and he is basing the painting on a woman who prays often at the church. He muses on the diferent types of female beauty, and while enjoying the beauty of his subject proclaims that he is only thinking of his love, Tosca
After Donna Elvira confronts Don Giovanni, who had betrayed her, Leporello…After Donna Elvira confronts Don Giovanni, who had betrayed her, Leporello tells her that she should forget him and then produces a book of the Don's feminine conquests : 640 in Italy, 231 in Germany, 100 in France, 91 in Turkey, and 1003 in Spain
After Donna Elvira confronts Don Giovanni, who had betrayed her, Leporello…After Donna Elvira confronts Don Giovanni, who had betrayed her, Leporello tells her that she should forget him and then produces a book of the Don's feminine conquests : 640 in Italy, 231 in Germany, 100 in France, 91 in Turkey, and 1003 in Spain
Almirena has been abducted by the sorceress Armida and imprisoned in the palace…Almirena has been abducted by the sorceress Armida and imprisoned in the palace. She laments her fate
The Birdcatcher Papageno introduces himself to Prince Tamino and also mentions…The Birdcatcher Papageno introduces himself to Prince Tamino and also mentions that he probably could catch women like he can birds
Cavaradossi is painting a Madonna for the church, and he is basing the painting…Cavaradossi is painting a Madonna for the church, and he is basing the painting on a woman who prays often at the church. He muses on the diferent types of female beauty, and while enjoying the beauty of his subject proclaims that he is only thinking of his love, Tosca
Dalila knows that Samson is entranced with her and will come to her instead of…Dalila knows that Samson is entranced with her and will come to her instead of leading the revolution against the Philistines. She sings seductively of the powers of love to ensnare Samson. She says that all of his strength is hopeless to withstand love's onslaught
Marguerite has found a casket of jewels at her door. She has never had jewels…Marguerite has found a casket of jewels at her door. She has never had jewels of any sort; she tries them on and looks at herself in the mirror. She imagines that others do not recognize her and believe that she is actually a princess. She also thinks of Faust and sings that if he could see her now, he would find her truly beautiful
Nemorino thinks that his evident success with the girls is due to the Elixir. …Nemorino thinks that his evident success with the girls is due to the Elixir. However, it is in fact because he is about to inherit great wealth, although he himself does not yet know it. With his newfound confidence, he ignores the attentions of all of the girls at the dance, including Adina, whom he loves. When Adina is hurt and leaves, Nemorino notices her shedding a secret tear (Una furtiva Lagrima) and realizes that she does care for him. He sings of his joy at finding that he is loved by her.
Having just met Don Giovanni and enlisted his help in finding her father's…Having just met Don Giovanni and enlisted his help in finding her father's murderer, Donna Anna soon realizes that Don Giovanni was the one who killed him. She asks Don Ottavio to get revenge for her
Gianna Schicchi's young daughter implores him to let her marry her sweetheart…Gianna Schicchi's young daughter implores him to let her marry her sweetheart Rinuccio
Fast chasing strings tambourine and violins fast chasing orchestration bright…Fast chasing strings tambourine and violins fast chasing orchestration bright male tenor
Album: Opera And Operetta Album number: SOHOA137 Track number: 18 Release year: 2019
As we see the Countess for the first time at the beginning of Act 2, she is…As we see the Countess for the first time at the beginning of Act 2, she is lamenting the realization that the Count's love for her has nearly died as his attentions are now obviously elsewhere. She prays to the God of love that she may get her beloved back.
In an attempt to close the trap which she has set for Samson, Dalila…In an attempt to close the trap which she has set for Samson, Dalila seductively tells him that she is completely his if he wants her. She begs him to respond to her caresses, hoping that he will finally let go of all other things and concentrate completely on her, allowing the High Priest of Dagon to capture him.
Manrico discovers that his mother, Azucena, has been captured and is about to…Manrico discovers that his mother, Azucena, has been captured and is about to be burned at the stake. Enraged, Manrico calls together his soldiers and sings valiantly of how they will save Azucena from death
Rusalka has fallen in love with a Prince. Unfortunately, Rusalka is a water…Rusalka has fallen in love with a Prince. Unfortunately, Rusalka is a water sprite and cannot come out of the water or communicate with him. She asks the moon to tell her love that she is thinking of him.
The Duke, disguised as a soldier, sings that all women are fickle and that they…The Duke, disguised as a soldier, sings that all women are fickle and that they will betray anyone who falls in love with them
Mysterious cinematic track with large orchestra building to an epic and…Mysterious cinematic track with large orchestra building to an epic and driving adventure.
In the intoxicating atmosphere of the ballroom, Alfredo and Violetta expound…In the intoxicating atmosphere of the ballroom, Alfredo and Violetta expound their alternative outlooks on life and love
In an attempt to close the trap which she has set for Samson, Dalila…In an attempt to close the trap which she has set for Samson, Dalila seductively tells him that she is completely his if he wants her. She begs him to respond to her caresses, hoping that he will finally let go of all other things and concentrate completely on her, allowing the High Priest of Dagon to capture him.