{"product_id":"4589538779597","title":"Bernard Haitink - Verdi: Don Carlo - Import DVD","description":"\u003cp\u003eCredits:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBernard Haitink\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDescription:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDon Carlo, Prince of Spain. Various conflicts arise when his fiancée, Elisabetta—the daughter of Henry II—is forced to marry Carlo’s father, Philip II, for political reasons. Compounded by the jealousy and desire for revenge of the Princess of Éboli, who is in love with Don Carlo; his friendship with the Marquis of Rodrigo, a royal courtier and his close confidant; and the schemes of the Grand Inquisitor, the story builds to a fever pitch.\n\nRecorded at Covent Garden in 1985, this production is, above all, notable for the beautiful set design by Luchino Visconti, one of the 20th century’s most iconic film directors. The opulent and exquisite costumes and sets—a sight rarely seen in recent years—are well worth seeing.\nThe dramatic performances by the finest singers of the era are also a highlight. The forbidden love story between Don Carlo—played by Luís Lima, whose voice is youthful and full of vitality—and the renowned singer Ileana Cotrubas; the powerful vocals of Zancanaro as Rodrigo, singing of his longing for his homeland alongside Don Carlo; and Robert Lloyd’s majestic rendition of Philip II’s aria—there are numerous highlights, and Haitink’s brisk, dynamic musical direction, which ties the whole production together, is also exceptionally captivating.\nNaxos Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Opus Arte","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53374662050081,"sku":"4589538779597","price":3681.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/8482\/2076\/files\/4589538779597.jpg?v=1787632245","url":"https:\/\/cdsvinyljapan.com\/products\/4589538779597","provider":"CDs Vinyl Japan Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}