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Simply the Best Night at the Opera

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If you are in search of a cd containing various popular pieces from the greatest operas in the world, then search no more. This cd contains classic operatic pieces, sung by some of the most talented tenors and sopranos out there, including Placido Domingo. Madame Butterfly's Un Bel Di and Turandot's Nessun Dorma are, without a doubt, two of the most emotional and dramatic songs ever composed. Fortunately, this inexpensive two cd set includes those songs and many more. This cd is a delight to own, whether or not you've ever attended an opera.

We sought to open our enjoyment of opera and read the reviews before buying several best of collections.These seem to consist of record labels offerings from the catalogue, in this case Warner. This 'simply the best night at the opera' is played occasionally on a long trip or in my studio, its sort of our second album,its good, Ill say that much. Amazon discontinued the download service to us and we decided to purchase used from Amazon resellers.We now have this quality album inexpensively with all the artwork as a backup.
Thanks Amazon

Ideal for an opera lover, or for anyone who loves gorgeous singing. I am an opera nut and was introduced to this one by accident; "Au gond du temple saint" from Pearl Fishers (selection #6, disc one) was playing on the stereo in the Metropolitan Opera giftshop when I walked in at intermission one night. I thought it was so stunning I bought my first copy of the CD then and there; and have bought 2 other "back-up copies" since then, as well as having it on my iPod.

fantabulous!!! a must have! I had to get it for a beginner italian opera course but am now obsessed and listen to it all the time ... if you know opera at all you will appreciate it more, i only say that because after watching these songs i understand them so much better and want to listen to their emotion constantly. so, i advise, rent some popular operas then listen to this cd, then experience exaltation. haha enjoy.