Rossini Otello

Story

Synopsis

This new disc from the Zurich Opera presents just about as thoughtful and coherent account of Rossini's Otello as one could hope for. This isn't the first time the company has made something of a splash with the bel canto repertory. Some will remember their CD release, a few years back, of Bellini's Norma, also featuring Bartoli. That set got very mixed reviews, and those who hated that will probably hate this too, no doubt before they even watch it. But for those not initiated in the trench warfare that music loving often attracts, this disc will be most welcome. The world class cast, led by Cecilia Bartoli and tenor John Osborn, are (mostly) young, committed and talented. They deliver, here, an intense performance that makes a very strong case for this neglected opera.

Language

English

Country

Germany

Release date

1 January 2014

Ensemble

Cast

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  John Osborn

  Otello

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  Cecilia Bartoli

  Desdemona

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  Edgardo Rocha

  Jago

• Liliana Nikiteanu

  Emilia

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  Javier Camarena

  Rodrigo

• Peter Kálmán

  Elmiro