James Conlon, Metropolitan Opera Chorus and Orchestra - Rossini: Semiramide (2002/1990)
PAL 16:9 (720x576) | Italiano | (LinearPCM, 2 ch) | 7.30 + 3.98 Gb (DVD9+DVD5) | 223 min
Classical | Arthaus Musik | Sub.: Italiano, English, Deutsch, Francais, Espanol
Filmed at New York's Metropolitan Opera, John Copley's production of Rossini's last, longest and most elaborate work for the Italian stage brings together what many consider the definitive contemporary cast, led by Marilyn Horne and June Anderson. Semiramide, a strong and melodious work, is one of Rossini's greatest dramatic operas, offering a fine challenge to the superb contralto and soprano bel canto singing of Ms. Horne and Ms. Anderson.