Opera for Everyone - Madama Butterfly

Track Listings
1. Narration    
2. Prelude, Act 1    
3. Narration    
4. All over the world (Pinkerton)    
5. Narration    
6. Over the sea (Butterfly)    
7. Narration    
8. Cio-cio-san! Cio-cio-san! (Il Bonzo)    
9. Narration    
10. Child, with your eyes full of enchantment (Pinkerton)    
11. Narration    
12. Ah! Lovely night! (Butterfly)    
13. Narration    
14. Who is it? Who is it? (Butterfly)    
15. Narration    
16. Ah! Has he forgotten me? (Butterfly)    
17. Narration    
18. The garden is bare (Suzuki)    
19. Narration    
20. Humming Chorus    
See all 29 tracks on this disc

Editorial Reviews
From the Artist
Each CD tells the story in two ways, first with words and then with music. Each track of narrative describes the action and Ira Ross suggests what to listen for in the music. It is followed by the related musical portion. This sequence is repeated for each major episode in the entire opera. The language used in the narrative is informative and easily understood. Each CD will be most enjoyable and helpful if it is listened to before and after watching the opera live, on videotape or TV, or listening to it on the radio or hi-fi. These CDs are a wonderful way for grandparents and parents to introduce their family to the Magic of Opera. Even if you never see the opera, listening to these CDs can be a great joy!

About the Artist
For me, OPERA IS LIFE. This is my reason for producing the series "Opera For Everyone." I love all of opera: the music, the drama, the singers, the orchestra, the scenery, the costumes, the lighting-- everything! I say this not as a member of the audience, but as a participant in the action; one who listens and watches and feels the enchantment and excitement of the whole show.

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Album Description
IFR Recordings introduces a new series of CDs called "Opera for Everyone". Excerpts - Libretto and Music, with Narration by Ira Ross. The series is an original concept that will make you feel the fire of opera whether you are a newcomer, a seasoned opera-goer, or even one who has never entered the world of opera. Each opera in the series is a classic. The musical performance on each CD is outstanding, with an excellent cast of singers and a marvelous conductor and orchestra.

Opera for Everyone - Madama Butterfly

Opera for Everyone - Madama Butterfly, Music, Giacomo Puccini, Alexander Rahbari, Czecho-Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra, English Narration by Ira Ross
Pavarotti's Opera Made Easy: My Favorite Opera for Everyone
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Nice intro to opera
  • Selection for the Ages
 Pavarotti's Opera Made Easy: My Favorite Opera for Everyone

Manufacturer: Decca
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Release Date: 1994-08-23

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This collection is chock full of some of opera's juiciest moments, sung by some of opera's greatest voices. Many are familiar whether you know their names: The elegant Barcarolle from Les Contes d'Hoffmann, the lazy, hazy soprano-mezzo "flower" duet from Lakme, the boastful "La donna è mobile" from Rigoletto, and the "Toreador Song" from Carmen sound like tunes from our subconscious by now; one could say the same about "Musetta's Waltz" and the other Bohème excerpts, as well as Figaro's rousing aria from The Barber of Seville. But the gorgeous quartet from Rigoletto's last act, as sung here by Pavarotti, Sutherland, Milnes, and Tourangeau will enchant, as well, the sextet from Lucia di Lammermoor is dazzling, and if you don't know the "Sogno di Doretta" from Puccini's La Rondine, you're in for a beautiful treat. An aria from Tosca with Pavarotti will bring tears to your eyes. A truly fine anthology. --Robert Levine

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Nice intro to opera.......2002-11-09

Being somewhat of a novice to opera, I found this c.d. to have a nice variety and be easy to listen to. I'm not saying it's the absolute best rendition of every song (which is pretty subjective anyway) but I actually like every piece on it -- rare for a compilation. Overall, I'd say it's great for someone who just likes listening to beautiful music and singing, as well a good jumping off point for those looking for an opera to delve more deeply into. Pretty good for kids and the opera shy as well -- nothing too harsh, screechy or challenging. My 2.5 yr old loves it.

5 out of 5 stars Selection for the Ages.......2000-02-22

This is indeed a marvelous selection of beautiful Opera, both for the beginner and for the well-listened veteran. Pavarotti makes wonderful choices from the world of Opera, and brings it home to the listener. The arias are breathtaking, and are recognizable to nearly all people. This CD is perfect for the listener of any age, and the buyer of this certainly won't be disappointed!
Opera for Everyone - Madama Butterfly
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Great introduction into the world of opera
  • Fine Background while Listening to Madama Butterfly
 Opera for Everyone - Madama Butterfly

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Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000069D54
Release Date: 2002-06-07

Tracks:

  1. Narration
  2. Prelude, Act 1
  3. Narration
  4. All over the world (Pinkerton)
  5. Narration
  6. Over the sea (Butterfly)
  7. Narration
  8. Cio-cio-san! Cio-cio-san! (Il Bonzo)
  9. Narration
  10. Child, with your eyes full of enchantment (Pinkerton)
  11. Narration
  12. Ah! Lovely night! (Butterfly)
  13. Narration
  14. Who is it? Who is it? (Butterfly)
  15. Narration
  16. Ah! Has he forgotten me? (Butterfly)
  17. Narration
  18. The garden is bare (Suzuki)
  19. Narration
  20. Humming Chorus
  21. Narration
  22. Sleep my love (Butterfly)
  23. Narration
  24. Farewell, flowery refuge (Pinkerton)
  25. Narration
  26. Suzuki! Suzuki! Where are you? (Butterfly)
  27. Narration
  28. "He dies with honor" (Butterfly)
  29. Conclusion.

Album Description

IFR Recordings introduces a new series of CDs called "Opera for Everyone". Excerpts - Libretto and Music, with Narration by Ira Ross. The series is an original concept that will make you feel the fire of opera whether you are a newcomer, a seasoned opera-goer, or even one who has never entered the world of opera. Each opera in the series is a classic. The musical performance on each CD is outstanding, with an excellent cast of singers and a marvelous conductor and orchestra.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Great introduction into the world of opera.......2004-04-03

I now have an understanding of how to listen to and appreciate opera. I plan on purchasing my first opera CD.

5 out of 5 stars Fine Background while Listening to Madama Butterfly.......2002-07-11

Even for one already familiar with Puccini's Madama Butterfly, this Opera for Everyone disc provides an excellent recounting of the flow of the story interleaved with a number of highlight arias distributed through the opera. Ira Ross's love for the opera shines through his narration and adds to the enjoyment of listening. All the voices are excellent, especially that of Miriam Gauci as Madama Butterfly. I think this would also serve as a fine first hearing for those not yet familiar with the opera.

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