I PAGLIACCI - Ruggero Leoncavallo (Trailer) | Stefano Ranzani | José Cura | Zurich Opera House

Composed by: Ruggero Leoncavallo
Directed by: Grischa Asagaroff
Conducted by: Stefano Ranzani
Produced by: SWR/ARTE
Soloists: José Cura, Fiorenza Cedolins, Luigi Perego
Orchestra/Chorus/Bellet:
Chor und Orchester der Oper Zürich

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Pietro Mascagni‘s “Cavalleria rusticana” and Ruggero Leoncavallo‘s “Pagliacci” speak to one‘s heart and soul. They are regarded as the most absorbing tragedies of Italian music theater.
This opera is supported by a musical variety of great arias, short duets and amazing choir passages that add to the unveiled expression of feelings. Soprano Paoletta Marrocu with her expressive interpretation of Santuzza can convince the audience with her great voice. This atmospheric performance directed by Grischa Asagaroff and conducted by Stefano Ranzani is capable to fascinate every opera lover.