730099057073

George Frideric Handel: Lotario

Francesca Lombardi Mazzulli; Anna Bonitatibus; Carlo Vistoli; Rafal Tomkiewicz; Krystian Adam; Ki-H

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Format: 2CD

Cat No: 8660570-71

Release Date:  24 January 2025

Label:  Naxos - Nxp / Naxos Classics

Packaging Type:  Brilliant Case (Jewel Case size, Holds 2 CDs)

No of Units:  2

Barcode:  730099057073

Genres:  Classical  Opera  

Composer/Series:  George Frideric Handel

  • Description

    Handel's success with Italian-style opera in London had passed its initial peak by 1729. Lotario - a tale of revenge and heroism based on events in the life of Holy Roman Empress Adelaide of Italy - was the first of a new series of works intended to revive interest and challenge society's new 'vile taste' for satire and light entertainment. Despite being one of Handel's least-known operas, it displays his renowned talent for writing convincing drama with melodically rich and emotionally charged arias. This live recording is performed on period instruments by the Handelfestspielorchester Halle.