Known for his larger-than-life persona and extraordinary range, legendary opera singer Luciano Pavarotti was born Oct. 12, 1935, in Modena, Italy, and spent much of his youth listening to records of celebrated Italian tenors such as Beniamino Gigli and Enrico Caruso.Pavarotti became an internationally renowned star after touring with celebrated soprano Joan Sutherland and performing in major opera houses all over the world, eventually appearing in more than 20 productions taped for television between 1978 and 1994. His famous roles include Rodolfo in Giacomo Puccini's "La Bohème," Alfredo Germont in Giuseppe Verdi's "La Traviata" and Mario Cavaradossi in Puccini's "Tosca."
But Pavarotti is most often associated with his rendition of "Nessun Dorma" -- an aria that would become his signature song -- from Puccini's "Turandot." Pavarotti died of pancreatic cancer Sept. 6, 2007.
AidaLuciano Pavarotti takes a turn as Egyptian army commander Radames in this 1985 production of Verdi's tour de force opera "Aida." Sam Wanamaker's sumptuous version soars through remarkable musical performances and stars Margaret Price in the title role of the Ethiopian slave. The classic, epic tale... Read More
The Three Tenors in Concert: DodgerFamed opera tenors Jose Carreras, Placido Domingo and Luciano Pavarotti (along with conductor Zubin Mehta) perform with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the Los Angeles Music Center Opera Chorus. Highlights include Carreras performing "E Lucevan Le Stelle" and Domingo's takes on "Granada" and... Read More
Verdi: RigolettoFilmed in 1981 at various authentic Italian Renaissance landmarks, this performance of Giuseppe Verdi's opera stars tenor Luciano Pavarotti as the Duke of Mantua and features Riccardo Chailly conducting the Wiener Philharmoniker. The production was shot on location in venues such as the Castello di... Read More
Puccini GoldLuciano Pavarotti, Kiri Te Kanawa, Placido Domingo, Bryn Terfel and other world-class singers perform selections from Puccini's "La Boheme," "Gianni Schicchi," "Tosca," "Madama Butterfly," "Turandot" and "Manon Lescaut." This collection of performances showcases some of Puccini's most popular... Read More
Pavarotti: A Legend Says GoodbyeThis heartfelt tribute, the first to be released since Luciano Pavarotti's passing in 2007, contains excerpts from the illustrious career of one of the world's greatest opera tenors, including his famed 1989 performance in Barcelona, Spain. The presentation also contains rare clips from the master's... Read More
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Puccini Gold (2008) | NR | |
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Messa Da Requiem (2005) | NR | |
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The Italian Americans (2004) | NR | |
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Caruso: A Documentary (1998) | NR | |
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Great Tenor Performances (1997) | NR | |
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Pavarotti in Central Park (1993) | NR | |
The Essential Sutherland (1993) | NR | |
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Donizetti: L'Elisir D'Amore (1991) | NR | |
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Verdi: Requiem Mass (1990) | NR | |
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Maria Stuarda (1988) | NR | |
The Fortunate Pilgrim (1988) | NR | |
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Pavarotti in China (1986) | NR | |
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Aida (1985) | NR | |
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Pavarotti Sings Verdi (1983) | NR | |
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Mozart: Idomeneo (1982) | NR | |
Verdi: Rigoletto (1981) | NR | |
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