"Un bel dì" and Cio Cio San's Aria of Hope

Welcome to Opera on Record Ever wondered how legendary roles have evolved over a century of sound? In Opera on Record, we take you on an immersive journey across time—tracing iconic operatic roles from the pioneer recording artists of the late 19th century all the way to today’s modern stars. Opera is a living tradition. For generations, vocal nuances and master secrets were passed down only through word of mouth or worn sheet music. But with the invention of the gramophone, history shifted: the composer’s true intent was captured in wax, vinyl, and digital tracks. Join us as we uncover timeless musical choices, shifting audience tastes, and the fascinating evolution of the operatic voice. Tune in and discover how the art of singing continues to reinvent itself!Eipsode 3 is an exploration of the aria Un bel dì, vedremo from Puccini’s Madama Butterfly during the first 50 years of the Opera’s life.Join us as we explore rare and historic recordings fromSolomiya Krushelnytska Emmy Destinn Geraldine Farrar Lucrezia Bori Tamaki Miura Rosa Ponselle Florence Easton Amelita Galli-Curci Rosetta Pampanini Eva Turner Licia Albanese Renata Tebaldi Eleanor Steber Leyla Gencer Maria Callas Welcome to Opera On Record, brought to you by Hope and Anchor Opera, Inc.—a 501(c)(3) non-profit opera company based in Providence, Rhode Island, dedicated to bringing more opera to Rhode Island and the surrounding area. Written and hosted by George Lyons, Artistic Director of Hope and Anchor Opera. Produced by Nate Sykes. Discover more about our upcoming performances and community initiatives at www.AnchorOpera.org . If you are in Rhode Island or the Southern New England area, join us for a live performance—we would love to welcome you! If your would like to contribute to our goal of bringing MORE opera to Southern New England or just to help support this podcast, consider making a tax-deductable contribution to Hope and Anchor Opera via GiveButter Opera on Record on GiveButter