Maria Callas at Juillard: The Masterclasses [Box set]

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (Composer), Ludwig van Beethoven (Composer), Luigi Cherubini (Composer), Vincenzo Bellini (Composer), Gioachino Rossini (Composer), Giuseppe Verdi (Composer), Jules Massenet (Composer), Giacomo Puccini (Composer), Spoken Word (Composer), Tullio Serafin (Conductor), Nicola Rescigno (Conductor), Alceo Galliera (Conductor), Georges Prêtre (Conductor), Herbert von Karajan (Conductor), Maggio Musicale Fiorentino Orchestra (Orchestra), Monte Carlo Conservatory Concert Society Orchestra (Orchestra), La Scala Theater Orchestra (Orchestra), La Scala Theater Orchestra & Chorus (Orchestra), Philharmonia Orchestra of London (Orchestra), Paris Conservatory Concert Society Orchestra (Orchestra) | Format: Audio CD

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• Orchestra: Maggio Musicale Fiorentino Orchestra, Monte Carlo Conservatory Concert Society Orchestra, La Scala Theater Orchestra, La Scala Theater Orchestra & Chorus, Philharmonia Orchestra of London, et al.
• Conductor: Tullio Serafin, Nicola Rescigno, Alceo Galliera, Georges Prêtre, Herbert von Karajan
• Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, Luigi Cherubini, Vincenzo Bellini, Gioachino Rossini, et al.
• Audio CD (September 19, 1995)
• Number of Discs: 3
• Format: Box set
• Note on Boxed Sets: During shipping, discs in boxed sets occasionally become dislodged without damage. Please examine and play these discs. If you are not completely satisfied, we'll refund or replace your purchase.
• Label: EMI Classics
• ASIN: B000002S6X
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #161,243 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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34 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars AN INVITATION INTO CALLAS' WORLD, May 16, 1999

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Shawn Chua (Singapore) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Maria Callas at Juillard: The Masterclasses (Audio CD)

Long acknowledged for its contribution to the teaching of singing, Callas at Juillard is indeed worth a listen. Recorded during her sessions at Juillard, Callas goes through the sung repertoire ranging from Mozart to Bellini to Verdi with both roles that she was famed for as well as roles that she had never sung. What is special about this record is that each session covering an aria is paired up with the same aria as performed previously by Callas if possible. This allows us to compare the differences that may have resulted in the gap of the performances. Callas shows us the insight she had gained as a student while she took a sabatical from the stage and takes this as an opportunity to impart her experience and knowledge to the students. Covering arias like "Non mi dir" from Don Giovanni, Norma's "Casta Diva" which was her calling card, to even the veil song for Princess Eboli in Don Carlos and even Rigoletto's aria, Callas reveals her natural instinct and understanding of roles and how they are to be sung. At a time while she was not in her vocal prime, Callas astounds when she accompanies the students demonstrating a phrase or two. Her voice still shows the beauty and tenacity that she was known for, at times matched that of her voice at its peak. Peppering the sessions with comments, she shows the students what is done and why it is done and at times, even shows her sense of humour. This recording is as precious as any can get and more so than any of her records, show Callas at her most relaxed and natural and thereby at her best. Combined with John Ardoin's book, this CD is unmatched for its value and worth as a study guide.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars MUST have 4 Callas fans and singers!, December 10, 2005

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Vissi d'arte "Music_Lover" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Maria Callas at Juillard: The Masterclasses (Audio CD)

This is a treasure recording! Totally an amazing! I'M THRILLED!!!
My favorite part is the "Cortigiani, vil razza dannata" lesson! It is interesting how Callas is teaching Baritone part and she is absolutely amazing! I cry almost everytime I listen to this track. You will learn a lot! A MUST have!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantasic, September 25, 2006

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Andrew Light (Boston, MA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Maria Callas at Juillard: The Masterclasses (Audio CD)

This is the first time I have heard Callas speak outside of operatic performance, and even in her normal speaking voice you Listen. It is amazing to hear this passionate teacher share her love of music, and in mid-sentence come out with examples of her singing - like a higher power.
I highly recommend this to true music lovers and musicians.