Puccini’s operas are among the most beloved and best-known works in the classical repertoire, but Edgar may be unknown even to aficionados, at least as it is presented here. This original four-act version of Edgar, first performed in 1889, was believed lost for over a century when Puccini’s...
Lucia Mazzaria and Metropolitan Opera star Marcello Giordani lead the cast in this live 2006 performance. Also featured are Alberto Mastromarino & Julia Gertseva. The orchestra and chorus of the Teatro Massimo "V. Bellini" di Catania are conducted by Donato Renzetti.
