Cilea - Adriana Lecouvreur - Caballe, Cossotto, Carreras (NHK 1976)

This performance captures Montserrat Caballé in one of her most celebrated roles as Adriana Lecouvreur. The production features Fiorenza Cossotto as the Princess of Bouillon and José Carreras as Adriana’s lover, Maurizio. The NHK Symphony Orchestra delivers the music under the baton of Gianfranco Masini, enhancing the live experience from Tokyo.

Collectors will appreciate the historical significance of this concert, as it showcases the exceptional talents of Caballé, Carreras, and Cossotto. Their performances are characterized by powerful vocal expressions that resonate with the drama of the opera, making this a prime example of operatic artistry in the 1970s. The combination of their star power and the live orchestral accompaniment creates a compelling performance.