Rolando Villazón & Ildar Abdrazakov
Duets
Albüm · Classical · 2007 · Deutsche Grammophon (DG)
Two operatic powerhouses unite for an album of drama, comedy, and passion, their rich tenor and bass voices perfectly matched on this captivating journey through famous and lesser-known Italian and French arias. Bizet’s “Au fond du temple saint” is a triumphant, warmhearted opener reaffirming friendship, which sets the tone as the pair go on to discuss a love potion (“L’elisir d’amore”), comfort each other in affairs of the heart (Don Pasquale), and sign a pact with the devil (Mefistofele). Both singers’ vivid acting is a joy to hear, and the orchestral support is superb.
Duets
Rolando Villazón & Ildar Abdrazakov
Two operatic powerhouses unite for an album of drama, comedy, and passion, their rich tenor and bass voices perfectly matched on this captivating journey through famous and lesser-known Italian and French arias. Bizet’s “Au fond du temple saint” is a triumphant, warmhearted opener reaffirming friendship, which sets the tone as the pair go on to discuss a love potion (“L’elisir d’amore”), comfort each other in affairs of the heart (Don Pasquale), and sign a pact with the devil (Mefistofele). Both singers’ vivid acting is a joy to hear, and the orchestral support is superb.
