Giacomo Puccini With Italian Libretto By Giuseppe Giacosa And Luigi Illica English Version By William Grist And Percy Pinkerton, Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala Conducted By Umberto Berrettoni - La Boheme An Opera In Four Acts Volume II

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Review by Jon Harte

La Bohème: An Opera in Four Acts, Volume II – A Deep Dive into Puccini’s Masterpiece Alright, let’s talk about this version of La Bohème. You know, the one by Giacomo Puccini with that killer Italian libretto from Giuseppe Giacosa and Luigi Illica. This is no ordinary recording—it’s got some serious pedigree. Conducted by Umberto Berrettoni and performed by the legendary Orchestra del Teatro alla Scala, it's like stepping back in time to hear how opera was meant to be done. The cast? Phenomenal. Licia Albanese as Mimi, Beniamino Gigli as Rodolfo—these names alone should make any classical music fan sit up straight. Now, I’m not gonna lie, when you first hit play on this Victor Red Seal release, you might feel overwhelmed. It’s heavy stuff, emotionally speaking. But stick with it because oh boy, does it pay off. Let me tell ya about two tracks that really stuck with me. First up, there’s “Che ora sia?” (What Time Is It, Now?). Man, this track hits different. It’s so simple but packed full of emotion. Licia Albanese just pours her heart out here. Her voice cracks ever so slightly at points, which makes it feel real, raw even. Like she’s living every word she sings. And honestly, isn’t that what opera’s all about? Not perfect notes, but perfect feelings. When she asks “What time is it now?” it feels less like a question and more like a cry for connection or maybe closure. That little moment stays with you long after the track ends. Then there’s “Dunque è proprio finita!” (Then You're Going To Leave Me). Oh man, this one gutted me. If you’ve ever been dumped—or had your heart broken—you’ll get it. Beniamino Gigli nails the desperation in Rodolfo’s voice. He doesn’t just sing; he screams it out, practically begging Mimi not to go. The orchestra backs him up perfectly, swelling right where it needs to without stealing the spotlight. There’s this one bit near the end where his voice breaks—it’s messy, human, and absolutely devastating. I found myself hitting repeat just to live through that pain again. Weird, huh? One thing I gotta mention is the English translation by William Grist and Percy Pinkerton. Sure, reading along helps if you don’t speak Italian, but honestly, half the magic gets lost in translation. Sometimes, you just gotta let the music do its thing instead of overthinking the lyrics. So yeah, this album slaps. No doubt about it. Listening to it felt like being transported to another world, one filled with big emotions and bigger voices. But here’s the kicker—it also made me think about how much we take modern music for granted. These singers didn’t have autotune or fancy microphones. They just stood there and belted their hearts out. Imagine doing that night after night! Anyway, if you’re looking for something to remind you why opera still matters, give this one a shot. Just don’t blame me if you start crying during “Dunque è proprio finita.” Trust me, though—it’s worth it.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Dorme? Riposa? (Sleeping? Just Resting?)
Buon Giorno Marcello (Good Morning, Marcel)
Che Ora Sia? (What Time Is It, Now?)
Sono Andanti? Fingevo Di Dormire (Have They Left Us? To Sleep I Only Feigned)
Torno Al Nida La Rondine (Back To Her Nest Comes The Swallow)
C'e Mimi Che Mi Segue ('Tis Mimi, 'Tis Mimi Who Is With Me)
Dunque E Proprio Finita! (Then You're Going To Leave Me)
A Giorno Sono Uscitae (At Daybreak Swift Escaping)
Ebbene, No, Non Lon Son (No, 'Tis Not True)
Mimi! Speravo Di Trovarvi Qui (Mimi! I Hoped That I Should Find You Here!)
Addio! Che! Va! (Farewell! What! Going?)
In Un Coupe? (In A Couple?)

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Formats

  • 6 × Shellac
  • 12"
  • 78 RPM
  • Album

Credits

RoleCredit
Baritone VocalsAfro Poli (tracks: A1, B1, C1, E1, F1, G1, H1, I1, L1), Aristide Baracchi (tracks: G1, H1, I1, K1, L1)
Bass VocalsCarlo Scattola, Duilio Baronti (tracks: G1, H1, I1, L1)
ChorusOrchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala
Chorus MasterVittore Veneziani
ConductorUmberto Berrettoni
OrchestraOrchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala
Soprano VocalsLicia Albanese (tracks: A1, B1, C1, D1, E1, H1, I1, J1, K1, L1), Tatiana Menotti (tracks: E1, H1, I1, L1)
Tenor VocalsBeniamino Gigli (tracks: B1, C1, D1, E1, F1, H1, I1, J1, K1, L1), Nello Palai

Notes

  • Auto-Coupled.
  • "Recorded In Europe"

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (DM-519-15): 12734-A
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  • Matrix / Runout (DM-519-17): 12735-A
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  • Matrix / Runout (DM-519-25): 12739-A
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Born: December 22, 1858 (Lucca, Tuscany, Italy). Died: November 29, 1924 (Brussels, Belgium). Giacomo Puccini was an Italian opera composer who has been called "the greatest composer of Italian opera after Verdi".

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    • Giacomo Antonio Domenico Michele Secondo Maria Puccini

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Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *La Bohème: An Opera in Four Acts Volume II* by Giacomo Puccini features legendary tenor Beniamino Gigli, whose passionate voice became iconic in the world of opera. Interestingly, this recording includes a star-studded cast, like soprano Licia Albanese and baritone Afro Poli, all brought together by the prestigious Orchestra Del Teatro Alla Scala. Conducted by Umberto Berrettoni, it’s a piece of musical history that captures the raw emotion of Puccini’s timeless story. A fun tidbit: one of the tracks is titled *“Dunque È Proprio Finita!”* which translates to “So it’s really over!”—a line that still resonates with anyone who’s ever experienced heartbreak.