Credits:

Michele Gamba, Marquisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, Marciano Vincenzo Bellini Chorus, Rubens Perizzari

Description:

Around 50 B.C., Gaul under Roman rule. The Roman governor Pollione is in love with the priestess Norma, daughter of Orovezo, the chief of the Druids under Roman rule, and they have two children in secret. However, Polione has a change of heart toward the young priestess Adalgisa, and upon learning of this, Norma vows revenge due to her intense jealousy. The main role of Norma requires a polished technique, an attractive voice, and skillful characterization, making it one of the most difficult works in the repertoire for sopranos. In this 2016 performance at the Teatro Macerata, Norma was sung by Maria José Ciri, a young singer from Uruguay who attracted attention when she sang "Tosca" in Japan in 2015, and who also engaged in a lively exchange with veteran singer Ganassi at this performance. The fantastic stage set and lighting were also highly acclaimed. Naxos Japan