The album Raina Kabaivanska in Concert contains some of the few Bulgarian recordings of the celebrated opera singer, showcasing her remarkable talent and passion for music. It is a combination of performances made at different times and with different orchestras. Kabaivanska has made a selection of crown performances in her artistic career. The collection showcases Kabaivanska's exceptional talent and versatility, with performances recorded at various points in her illustrious career with different orchestras. This carefully curated selection highlights some of the most iconic and memorable moments from Kabaivanska's artistic journey, making it a truly special addition to any opera lover's music collection. Often compared to the legendary Maria Callas, Kabaivanska continues to captivate audiences with her powerful and emotive voice, solidifying her status as one of the best female opera voices of all time.
With a combination of orchestral accompaniments, this album is a true treasure for fans of the opera.
Raina Kabaivanska in Concert
[1] Adriana's Aria from "Adriana lecouvreur" (Cilea) 3'54''
[2] Mimi's Aria from Act one of "La boheme" (Puccini) 5'03''
[3] Mimi's Aria from Act three of "La boheme" (Puccini) 3'29''
[4] Musetta's Aria from "La boheme" (Puccini) 2'50''
[5] Wally's Aria from "La wally" (Catalani) 4'00''
[6] Hanna's Song from "Die lustige witwe" (Lehar) 3'24''
[7] Manon's Aria from Act three of "Manon" (Massenet) 4'32''
[8] Leonora's Aria from "La forza del destino" (Verdi) 6'01''
[9] Lisa's Aria from "The Queen of Spades" (Tchaikovsky) 5'03''
[10] Elisabeth's Aria from Act four of "Don Carlos" (Verdi) 11'08''
[11] Tosca's Aria from Act two of "Tosca" (Puccini) 4'09''
DDD 53'39''
Bulgarian National Radio Symphony Orchestra conducted by Vassil Kazandjiev
Varna Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Ruslan Raitchev
