A series of three highly individual one-act operas: "Il Tabarro," a somber, near-melodramatic tragedy; "Suor Angelica," a sentimental tragedy with strong melodies and a mystic theme; and "Gianni Schicchi," a delightful comedy, full of wit and vivacity, whose libretto was derived, surprisingly enough, from a few lines in Dante's Inferno. Original Dover compilation of scores from authoritative early editions.
La Sonnambula in Full Score by Vincenzo Bellini This opera by a bel canto master of the early 19th century is particularly admired for the simplicity and economy of its orchestration and the inspired lyricism of its vocal writing.
