i heard she now for the first time and i am absolutly impressed. almost 60 years and the voice is always still beautiful, rich and under control.what a great technique.
how does she sing this as such a slow tempo? casta diva sounds easy to the inexperienced ear, but when you look at the necessary breath control, phrasing, subtle nuances, and perfect technique that are required, singing it at this tempo takes a real master. bravo ms. devia
@liszt80 Davanti a un canto così sublime ho taciuto ma avevo notato anch'io XD. Poi se vogliamo parlare di estetica...mi colpisce anche l' acconciatura dello stile anni '80 della signorina che appare in centro al punto 4.40.Secondo me ha svuotato almeno due confezioni di lacca XD XD XD
She may be older than i remember her, and the voice not as youthful, however i like this better than many other clips i've seen. Seems to have much more feeling. What a great artist.
It is most heartening that Devia is still singing with such art. I saw her with OONY in the early 1980's in Lakme- a stupendous performance with Gedda! She clearly has used her great gift with care- I hope she is teaching new singers to do the same. Brava!
RECONOSCO QUE ME HA GUSTADO Y MUCHO........SI SEÑOR...........POSIBLEMENTE LA ULTIMA DE LAS GRANDES DIVAS.......DESPUES DE LA SUTHERLAND......MUY BIEN............BUENA .....MUY BUENA.......LAS ACTUALES JOVENES LO TIENEN MUY DIFICIL.............PERO QUE MUY DIFICIL........ESTAS VOCES CONCISTENTES NO SE TIENEN DE MANERA MUY FACIL.......NI ESTUDIANDO............LA NATURALEZA TIENE SU PARTE,JAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJA
Singing is good, but ugh, she looks like she's been Botoxed up the wazoo. She can't change her facial expressions and her eyebrows look overly pulled up, like she's perpetually surprised. I don't like the super slow tempo here, either.
Here is a real singer...if she actually could teach how she sings, she would be teaching "The Voice - A Spiritual Approach to Singing, speaking and Communicating"...real Bel Canto technique...which shows that age has nothing to do with 'losing you voice' after 50...nosign of an 'age related' wobble, no throat, beautiful height, freedom,vocal line and the ability to work with air without gasping for 'breath' every three words...here is someone who can sing everythig and never compromises-brava
This is amazing singing at any age. Far better than Gruberova's misguided attempts at Norma. Devia just knows how it's done. (My only question: it's obvious that she's had some "work" done on the face...noticeable particularly in the brow and eyes. Why didn't she do something with her neck? She's always had odd folds around her neck...)
La vostra ignoranza non vi fa capire che mai potrebbe cantare il ruolo di Norma,la Devia è intelligente,non stupida come la Gruberova e gli altri lirico leggeri ma anche i soprani lirici,come la Dessì,Norma è per voci drammatiche come la Callas,la Dragoni,la Ponselle,la Cerquetti,la Cigna,le migliori sono Callas e Dragoni,hanno le agilità e la vocalità ottocentesca,come Giuditta Pasta,anche l'aria Casta diva cantata dalle due divine Callas/Dragoni è un'altra cosa.
Ascoltando in diretta il concerto pensai ad una cosa rivoluzionaria, sconvolgente e completamente fuori dagli schemi: che questa era la migliore interpretazione di "casta diva" di cui ero a conoscenza, che si metteva alle spalle quelle discografiche "storiche" e cioè la prima della Callas, la prima della Sutherland e la Caballè; non conosco però quella della Scotto. La voce non è "lunare" ma ognuno ha i suoi "miti": i miei sono la Freni e, come avrete capito, la Devia.
la dragoni durata pochi anni?????????????ahahahahahahah...ma se continua ad esibirsi in giro per l' italia...eppoi la devia ha un timbro piuttosto comune per un soprano (cosa detta dallo stesso elvio giudici),la dragoni invece ha un timbro d'altri tempi,difatti è l'unico soprano drammatico d' agilità esistente sulla faccia della terra attualmente...il soprano drammatico d' agilità è la stessa vocalità della callas!!!!!!
capirai i critici che capiscono...quelli "autorevoli"(?!)che stroncarono Verdi e Puccini dove sono e chi sono??.....oggi ci si ricorda solo della Boheme e della Traviata ,non dei sapientoni dei crtitici di cui i più non sanno nemmeno come si compone una nota o come si emetta un suono...Che vuol dire "lo hanno detto tanti i critici"...?!!!! Bhaaaa
come voler pesare le mele con le pere:ma che vuol dire??? Devia con Dragoni e Frittoli sono di estrazione e repertorio cmpletamente diverso...
Sta difatto che Frittoli e Dragoni sono durate pochi anni e sono uscite dal giro con la voce a pezzi....la Devia ancora canta con la voce integra..poi che ti piaccia di meno è un'altra cosa!
It is a real pity that the Met didn't hire Devia more. We get peeps like Guleghina and Pappian and Netrebko, and the finest bel canto singer of my generation doesn't get a platform in New York..ugh...it so bugs me that I've never heard her live....
I understand what you are saying, I wish she was still singing in the US. But she did have 15 seasons with the Met from 79-94. You are just going to have to make a trip to Europe to see her while she is still singing this well!
Its a bit of a bummer that most of her US parts were Lucia, and I think she's actually a lot more interesting in other roles. I think you've kinda shown us all that with the clips you've posted. I'm a bit too young to have been going to the Met in the 90s, but I just think Its such a huge oversight. I don't know if you're in new york or not, but the met this season has been really disappointing. Not so much with the choice of rep, but the singers. Argh!
I am not in NY, but I agree with you about the Met. There is nothing really to draw me to travel there anymore. In New York she actually had some interesting roles with the OONY. I am going to see Devia in Lucrezia Borgia next month in Italy and I cannot wait.
I'm totes jealous! My only splurge this year is a trip to paris, and I was lucky that it happens to fall on a concert performance of Guilio Cesare at the Pleyel with Andreas Scholl, Phillipe Jaroussky and Cecelia Bartoli...Hopefully it will make up for a really bad Met season...
@coloraturafan Her big time at the Met was in the 80s and early 90s. She did Lucia, Constanze, Rigoletto, Puritani. By the 90s the last thing I saw her do was that awful Lucia production with all the coffins. She was stupendous...also saw her in Puritani at OONY with Gregory Kunde....
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Che cosa canta a fare Casta diva?...ridicola,di divino non ha nulla,in altri tempi avrebbe cantato al massimo il paggio Oscar e poi è racchia non ha nessun carisma,la ragioniera della lirica,che degrado...
She knows that her ass is too old to be singing this shit!!!! OMG! That wasn't TERRIBLE but it definitely was NOT her best!!! Someone needs to shoot that slow ass conductor to
Ok dear,explain to me what you think is exceptional in this video?I LOVE MARIELLA DEVIA but (I) don't think this is one of her good days considering how old she was.
This was ALMOST as bad as listening to Netrebko sing it(all kinds of slow and tired)the score does not say largo, but traditionally everyone sings it slower than Andante Sostenuto.I have nothing against her but this was so bad it was funny which is why I said it was completely DIVA!You have to be a Diva to pull that off,and she did
Hmmmm, where do I start? You don't like the slow tempo, but listen to the phrasing and the line, even at this slow tempo they are exquisite... you can't just SING this aria slower without peerless breath support! And Devia shapes the cadenza like no other, the dynamics and shading are beautiful. But that is what I hear, to each their own.
With Georges Prêtre conducting, this would be THE most perfect Norma ever, after Callas ... One of the only current singers capable of rendering full justice to the role!
Thanks for this wonderful post. La Devia was certainly wonderful in her recent Anna Bolena. I imagine the lady will most definitely excel in Roberto Devereux. Devia is the greatest exponent of bel canto on the stage today. I hope she will consider Norma... she owes this to bellini, herself and the pubic. Kind and warm regards my friend in music.
Well there is one commonality with Devereux and Norma, they are both operas that Devia has previously stated she would not sing. Now that Devereux is planned, I think there is more hope than before for a Norma. Next year she has quite a diverse grouping of operas planned: Lucrezia Borgia, Maria Stuarda, I Puritani, La Traviata and Devereux. For someone celebrating their 62 birthday next April it is brilliant, and we are very lucky. Yesterday she recieved a lifetime achievment award in Italy.
La Devia looks and sounds ageless...the FINEST Italian belcanto soprano alive today. Too bad she doesn't sing here in U.S. anymore ("Nobody has invited me", she told me). Che pecato. what shame!!
1995, after her Carnegie Hall concert of Donizetti's "Adelia" with OONY... She had been back only 1 time after that (singing Ilia in Chicago's "Idomeneo"). Her superb voice has changed amazingly little in the last 15 yrs. Maybe she would have gotten more notice had she thrown a tantrum now and then (like La Gheorghiu!). But she's such a nice, sweet, classy lady always. I am privileged to have met her. :) Brava La Devia!
What a terrific surprise: I had no idea Mariella still was singing. My God, I heard her at the Met as Gilda way back in the mid 1980's! Some of her late-career videos on youtube are excellent. Brava Diva.
What an amazing performance! When the first tacts were played, I thought of all the Normas Pretre had worked with and of course the greatest one - Maria. And here another fabulous interpretation by him and by Devia - what couple, what a fabulous, intimate, secluded atmosphere. Thank you for this!
Could and should Devia sing all of Norma? To me the answer is a resounding yes. Callas, Scotto, Sutherland, and Anderson have all sung Norma late in their careers. The technical difficulties are not enormous. The real problem is comparison with other great Normas.
One day you will also be old, let´s se who will be laughing then, many young singers are not even close to this great singing and will never be, so laugh as laud as you can!!!
What I didn't post in my comment, is that I think the reason why this performance is beautiful is because they are old enough to have refined their craft. I notice that society values youth, but classical musical music values knowing every single facet of the trade. IT's truly incredible. She's one of my favorite singers and has a timeless voice.
Thank you for your support of my comments. It seems I have "ruffled some feathers" but I was only trying to express an opinion with the utmost respect and diplomacy.
as a means to punctuate the impressive estate of Devia's voice at this point in her life. The beauty, breath,and line are almost as they were 22 years ago. That DOES have to do with her intelligence and her rock solid technique, as well as the physiology of her apparatus.
Just to add to this topic, no two singers are alike. As no two people are alike, just because Sutherland and Devia were both great Lucia's does not mean that their voice's have much in common. Look at their technique, there are many differneces in the way they sing, and they way they produce sound. Anyway, all of these factors contribute to the way their voices aged. Choice of roles and timing and pushing of resources all play a factor in the life of a voice.....
Of course you are right. I thank you, so much, for the hours of enjoyment that you have brought me Coloraturafan. I made a comment last week that was simply a memory of Sutherlands last MET performances and perhaps made the mistake of comparing the state of her voice on that ocassion to this remarkable performance. It was my poetic license and not meant to upset or disrespect Sutherlands impressive career or talent
Again, thank you for enriching my life through the music you share!
.... However, a singer has to start with the proper technique, that is the only way they can limit the wear on their resources. On the outside looking in, we can only spectulate on why this singer's voice remains more intact than that singers. Devia remains in a class of her own, she can still sing roles that she performed 20 years ago with even greater success. We can only hope that Devia continues to share this rare vocal gift with the world.
BRAVO! I humbly agree. Perhaps I should never have shared my initial comparison to Sutherland, but it was a memory that came to mind as I listened to this and for some reason remembered that PURITANI at the MET. That said, in my initial comment (feeling the need to defend myself here) I did say "I know that it is all subjective, no two people are really alike" in understanding that I could only speculate as to "why" one voice may deteriorate sooner than another. Devia is indeed a rare gift!
I am glad you did share your initial comparison, because many people DO compare these singers, and I can understand why. No need to defend your comments, I agree with everything you said. It is funny that you mention the Sutherland Puritani, this evening I was gathering Puritani videos to upload. There is a 1985 Puritani with Sutherland, and I think it points to all the factors that have already been mentioned here.
thank you! I worship at your shrine when it comes to these clips. I also try NOT to debate because I WELL understand that a relationship with a favorite singer is actually very personal. Example: I grew up at the MET in the 70's and 80's. I LOVED Scotto during those years. Many did not. They did not see what I was seeing but MANY did and loved her as I did. It is because I have respect for opinions differences in taste that I try not to debate in these forums. cant wait for PURITANI !
(cont.) and the man who "pushed her to her vocal limits". I believe you are misinformed here. Bonynge was a bel canto specialist and would have preferred that Sutherland NOT take on many of the roles she wanted to do. By the way, those roles, like Adriana Lecouvreur, were sung in Sydney, where she sang so much. I can count, the Operas she sang at the MET, lets say, between 1970 and 1986 when she retired. The heaviest role being Leonora in Trovatore. They are different singers, of course
you know, in the end it really is a matter of taste. You say "opposite ends of the spectrum" and I disagree. I would prefer to hear Devia than Sutherland in many roles. I may be in the minority and that is fine. I do not question that she was a star with a stars instrument. Neither would I agree with your theories, but I don't say that to be argumentative, I just dont agree. I am sure the physiology to the different bodies has much to do with it all and I meant these comments (cont)
well , and I am sure I will get many comments on this, you may be correct in that. I thought she was quite unnattractive sounding in the broadcast of that role and it was at that point that I became decidedly intolerant of her vocalism. Before I get attacked for saying that, PLEASE know that it is just my opinion. My sensibilities seek a different type of singer to admire...that is all. I have enjoyed many early Sutherland recordings, even some onstage performances, but prefer Devia.
listening to La Devia at this stage in her career I can''t help but compare her to Sutherland who was about to sing her final performances at this age. I know that it is all subjective, no two people are really alike, but Sutherland was a shadow of herself at this point. While I was never a great fan of hers, I respected and admired her. Still she was done. Devia's singing is a lesson in the TRUE art of Bel Canto sounding absolutely glorious here. As if she were at the beginning, not the end
I agree with you that Devia is still in great shape and she may be the greatest exponent of true belcanto nowadays, giving always very committed performances. I am always amazed by her technique although she fails to convince me as an actress.
I wouldnt either compare her to Sutherland, who was not vocally well preserved as Devia at his point of her career, mostly because for me when Sutherland was at her peak, she was in a different league than Devia.
Thank you for your response. I realize that Devia may not be a great actress, but she acts with her voice...again, much like Sutherland. I think I was very clear and fair in what I was comparing...their voices at the same point in their lives. I may come under attack here, but I was not a fan of Sutherland, though, as I said, I respected her. As for Devia not being in the same league that is TRULY your opinion. In Italy they might strongly and vocally disagree with you. (see next field)
I assume you are referring to her celebrity when you say "league"? I understand the Sutherland was a greatly recognized star. She is a wonderfully charming woman and was well marketed, with popularity on television, etc. Also, she was gifted with a large sound that may have been unique. That said, I could list the many reasons why I was not really a fan of hers...not important. What is important, however, is that your statment about being in the same league be addressed. (cont next field)
For my sensibilities Devia IS in the same league. She is unique in her ornamentation possesing a unique darkness and richness in the timbre of her voice which is distinct and would allow even an occasional listener to recognize her. That is how I identify the "league" you write of. If you are referring to celebrity, well that is rarely the criteria amongst educated ears. I enjoy Netrebko, a star by many accounts but not in the same league as these two technically gifted singer we write of.
The League (IMO) that I mention does not include Devia bc few sopranos belong to it: Ponselle, Muzio, Flagstad, Varnay, Callas, Gencer, Nilsson, Caballe, Sutherland even Freni. Devia, as amazing technician she is, as mesmerizing her ornamentations are, and as committed as she is lacks, IN MY OPINION, the charisma that the other artists that I mentioned had.
I do have a house in Italy and attend often to the sold out performances of Devia, so I do know how well loved and respected she is there
So "league" as you use the term, is an opinion, and I respect it. I assume some have different lists with Tebaldi or Olivero,Price, even Galvany for example. Do you get my point? Many of the singers on your list are on mine, but, for example, not Gencer or Varnay. Though I do love Varnay, she is not on my "league" list, for lack of a better word. In the end, it was an expression of your opinion and I simply don't agree. Your definition of "in the same league" is an opinion.
Muzio, Ponselle, Varnay, Flagstad? Don't you think they had a slightly different voice and repertoire? If we exclude the early Callas and the early Caballe, in fact, none of the singers you mention could actually "sing" belcanto roles the way Devia does. Charisma is not necessarily flashy. Sometimes subtleties can say more than dramatic antics. One has to maintain an open mind, though, and try see beyond ornamentations. Their meaning may not be obvious, but this is what art is about.
Again, my "comparison" was simply that of the age of the singer and the quality of the voice at that age. Devia's sound has held up better and THAT I hope is not being debated. That said, there are 2 things I wanted to address in your second comment. I am a professional singer and I don't change my technique in a larger or smaller house. I think you will find other singers who tell you the same. Additionally, I have no idea what you are tallking about when it comes to Sutherlands rep....
It is so sad to read comments of absolute ignorance, few though they are, after this amazing performance. I should find comfort in that it is only 2 culprits amongst so many educated ears. I too am a great Devia fan, I have seen all her MET performances and many many in Italy. I regret that she never enjoyed the success in the US that she has it Italy.
Are you sure? I mean, do you think you have any idea what you're talking about? IMO (and many others who have respect for the art) Devia is without question at the peak of vocal powers even at her age. One of the few singers who can spin a belcanto line so perfectly. No, she should not retire, and deprive the world of this rich talent. If you cannot see that talent it is clearly your own loss.
Should she retire to please you hahahahahahaha? What is hard here hahahahahahaha? I cannot stand opinionated comments without the shadow of a background knowledge.
Just listen carefully to how hard it is for her to make the notes, She is pushing a lot of air through those vocal folds to make that sound, and it sounds effortful.
My opinion of Devia is that about six years ago she was at her peak, and she sounded good when she sang Coloratura pieces, and did not try to fart around with dramatic coloratura roles.. The sound that is required is too much for her. And Yes she should retire, and spare us from that awful forcing.
Thanks for the insight, however, I do not agree. There is no "forcing" as you call it. Instead of this wonderful singer "sparing you" and retiring, maybe you should just spare us your ignorant comments.
You know, Devia has something in common with Tebaldi: Fans who are so rude that they cannot hear criticism of their favorite singer. She does force coloraturafan.. She forces very badly.. and she is over the HILL, And I do know what i am talking about.
You may THINK you know what you are talking about, but the truth is that you are proving yourself more and more ignorant with each passing comment. Let's save your any future embarrassment, and end this topic.
Since she sings to sold out theatres in Italy your statements are rather amusing, kgmarket123. All you have to do is not watching the clips, so that you will spare yourself from "that awful forcing". Have you ever thought about this simple option? Unless you feel obliged to give your precious advice to an artist who has been singing belcanto for nearly 40 years.
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Norma? Oramai la cantano tutte con disinvoltura. Perchè non anche lei? Del resto è una sua vecchia tentazione, e ora può, tanto il....trionfo è assicurato.
Coloraturafan, I've said it before but it bears repeating, you should be canonized for all your beautiful videos. I think Devia wise to have avoided Norma during her long career. To sing Casta Diva or some of the duets in concert is one thing. The role is too long and in many places quite tiring, but then again she did sing Anna Bolena which is also a very long and taxing part and triumphed with it. She sings perhaps carefully now, but beautifully- Grazie assai, Ernesto Vasselli
Mariella qui aura 61 ans en avril prochain conserve une parfaite santé vocale!La voix reste assez souple,bien accrochée dans l'ensemble et le phrasé musical et nuancé.Je salue la tenue du diaphragme(pas évident à cet âge).Bravo!
This aria has never failed to give me goosebumps, no matter how many times I hear it. This is a lovely version - I love her voice and it's amazing to see she's over 60. Thank you for uploading it.
She's truly a miracle... can everybody see the way she takes a breath at 3:32 after that long phrase and how her body put the air on the low part of the lungs??? amazing.
Every singer or student should see this and learn the correct way to mantain the voice intact at 60 and the way to breath and sing belcanto.
ortrud33, if you can't accept that there are gays among opera fans, just as there are in almost every social group, then you have a personal problem that the rest of us don't want to hear about.
La Devia conserva ancora il timbro, la splendida linea vocale, il legato, il sostegno e il controllo del fiato, la morbidezza degli acuti, la musicalità, e professionalità straordinaria. Sempre ha avuto una sicurezza tecnica, ed inigualabile stile e gusto musicale. Brava Mariella!
I think only Maag chose a tempo as slow as Pretre's for Casta Diva. But he is working with Mariella Devia, who seems to have a third lung, like Rocky Blake. She gives us an exemplary rendition of Casta Diva. Ribattuti, gruppetti, chromatic scales are sung with precision and with a clear diction. As usual the shaded dynamics and the stylish cadenza are a delight.
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"honey" your boyfriend... when and if ever you get one, not me! I just reply to your comments but as I see this page is the biggest gathering of Youtube queers, so I think I ll leave u all girls to fancy the wobbles you love so much :)))
Okay ortrud33, you are done. I will not tolerate homophobic remarks on my videos. If that is the best you can do as a reply then you obviously lack any knowledge on the subject at hand. Don't waste your time typing any more postings for these videos, I will just remove them.
Ortrud33-You are a stupid, frustrated non-talented CUNT who is jealous of every soprano because you will NEVER have any career! Go back to sucking cocks in dark alleys!!
Wow, having a slow tempo for this aria is such a difficult thing to do.....and she tackled it with such ease....AMAZING!
YVRopera 6 months ago
i heard she now for the first time and i am absolutly impressed. almost 60 years and the voice is always still beautiful, rich and under control.what a great technique.
blauauge2 7 months ago
Masterful singing. Peerless breath control and technique. I have been a fan of hers for years. @thomastmwc---Yes, The Met is stupid. Quite.
SPTN58 7 months ago
how does she sing this as such a slow tempo? casta diva sounds easy to the inexperienced ear, but when you look at the necessary breath control, phrasing, subtle nuances, and perfect technique that are required, singing it at this tempo takes a real master. bravo ms. devia
raigekimaru 9 months ago
Noto solo io che si è fatta il lifting e ora è quasi deformata?
liszt80 10 months ago
@liszt80 Davanti a un canto così sublime ho taciuto ma avevo notato anch'io XD. Poi se vogliamo parlare di estetica...mi colpisce anche l' acconciatura dello stile anni '80 della signorina che appare in centro al punto 4.40.Secondo me ha svuotato almeno due confezioni di lacca XD XD XD
panpypoo 2 months ago
The last great belcantista!
Paddy818 10 months ago
Ma a che serve che un soprano lirico leggero canti Casta diva?Non canta male ma semplicemente non è il colore di voce adatto
Parsifal7170 11 months ago
She may be older than i remember her, and the voice not as youthful, however i like this better than many other clips i've seen. Seems to have much more feeling. What a great artist.
StuartLou 11 months ago
wow RAI's music programmes really are auesome...including italian pops, classical and so on..
icylakepaxphile 1 year ago
It is most heartening that Devia is still singing with such art. I saw her with OONY in the early 1980's in Lakme- a stupendous performance with Gedda! She clearly has used her great gift with care- I hope she is teaching new singers to do the same. Brava!
baltoman24 1 year ago 2
This is my new favorite performance of this aria! Her phrasing is captivating - especially at 6:44.
MrSpdrunner 1 year ago
Sublime.
bodiloto 1 year ago
Mariella The Magnificent.
antoluciani 1 year ago
quien más puede hacer esto a los.. 61 años!!!!?!?!?!?!?! qué maravillosa técnica!!
necrogoddess 1 year ago
Unfortunately when she was at the Met a certain Ms. Scotto was there too. Best friends with Mr. Domingo and Mr. Levine. You go and figure the rest.
kimancuo 1 year ago
RECONOSCO QUE ME HA GUSTADO Y MUCHO........SI SEÑOR...........POSIBLEMENTE LA ULTIMA DE LAS GRANDES DIVAS.......DESPUES DE LA SUTHERLAND......MUY BIEN............BUENA .....MUY BUENA.......LAS ACTUALES JOVENES LO TIENEN MUY DIFICIL.............PERO QUE MUY DIFICIL........ESTAS VOCES CONCISTENTES NO SE TIENEN DE MANERA MUY FACIL.......NI ESTUDIANDO............LA NATURALEZA TIENE SU PARTE,JAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJAJA
bellini7verdi 1 year ago
6:55-7:00 was fantastic!!! great performance from a wonderfully talented and seasoned instrument, intellect, and individual!
couturesixfour 1 year ago
ugh. the mere fact that she is able to complete this in her 60s just blows me away.
she is the only opera singer that i must see before she dies..since i already missed callas.
pointemeout 1 year ago 2
Singing is good, but ugh, she looks like she's been Botoxed up the wazoo. She can't change her facial expressions and her eyebrows look overly pulled up, like she's perpetually surprised. I don't like the super slow tempo here, either.
puffsplus72 1 year ago
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puffsplus72 1 year ago
The flutist is MAGNIFICENT!!!
SStrongIsNeverWrong 1 year ago
è proprio brava!!!!
vivaldiano 1 year ago
Here is a real singer...if she actually could teach how she sings, she would be teaching "The Voice - A Spiritual Approach to Singing, speaking and Communicating"...real Bel Canto technique...which shows that age has nothing to do with 'losing you voice' after 50...nosign of an 'age related' wobble, no throat, beautiful height, freedom,vocal line and the ability to work with air without gasping for 'breath' every three words...here is someone who can sing everythig and never compromises-brava
musicvisions 1 year ago 2
!Bravo!
MrJaramiel 1 year ago
This is amazing singing at any age. Far better than Gruberova's misguided attempts at Norma. Devia just knows how it's done. (My only question: it's obvious that she's had some "work" done on the face...noticeable particularly in the brow and eyes. Why didn't she do something with her neck? She's always had odd folds around her neck...)
brolobear 1 year ago
La vostra ignoranza non vi fa capire che mai potrebbe cantare il ruolo di Norma,la Devia è intelligente,non stupida come la Gruberova e gli altri lirico leggeri ma anche i soprani lirici,come la Dessì,Norma è per voci drammatiche come la Callas,la Dragoni,la Ponselle,la Cerquetti,la Cigna,le migliori sono Callas e Dragoni,hanno le agilità e la vocalità ottocentesca,come Giuditta Pasta,anche l'aria Casta diva cantata dalle due divine Callas/Dragoni è un'altra cosa.
simone77ification 1 year ago
Sempre impeccabile e bravissima cantante! Peccato che il lifting le sia venuto male! :-)
leprincebeaumont 1 year ago
Ti prego mariella, deciditi a fare norma! Ne abbiamo bisogno!
ferrykalos 1 year ago
Thank you for all of these wonderful videos!!!!
nichtsleezy 1 year ago
Ascoltando in diretta il concerto pensai ad una cosa rivoluzionaria, sconvolgente e completamente fuori dagli schemi: che questa era la migliore interpretazione di "casta diva" di cui ero a conoscenza, che si metteva alle spalle quelle discografiche "storiche" e cioè la prima della Callas, la prima della Sutherland e la Caballè; non conosco però quella della Scotto. La voce non è "lunare" ma ognuno ha i suoi "miti": i miei sono la Freni e, come avrete capito, la Devia.
Arnoldo65it 2 years ago
la dragoni durata pochi anni?????????????ahahahahahahah...ma se continua ad esibirsi in giro per l' italia...eppoi la devia ha un timbro piuttosto comune per un soprano (cosa detta dallo stesso elvio giudici),la dragoni invece ha un timbro d'altri tempi,difatti è l'unico soprano drammatico d' agilità esistente sulla faccia della terra attualmente...il soprano drammatico d' agilità è la stessa vocalità della callas!!!!!!
aNdReW16944ever 2 years ago
ma pensiamo con la nostra testa, non con quella di elvio giudici.
la dragoni si esibira` pure "in giro per l'italia", ma sa citarmi qualche recente interpretazione degna di nota? non scherziamo...
sevoflurane 2 years ago
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31122051 1 year ago
ottima tecnica,ma non molta interpretazione secondo me!!!anche se questo non lo penso solo io, lo hanno detto anche tanti critici!!!
aNdReW16944ever 2 years ago
@aNdReW16944ever
capirai i critici che capiscono...quelli "autorevoli"(?!)che stroncarono Verdi e Puccini dove sono e chi sono??.....oggi ci si ricorda solo della Boheme e della Traviata ,non dei sapientoni dei crtitici di cui i più non sanno nemmeno come si compone una nota o come si emetta un suono...Che vuol dire "lo hanno detto tanti i critici"...?!!!! Bhaaaa
AAGMR 2 years ago
io preferisco la frittoli e la dragoni,tanto per farvi due esempi di soprani ital
iani!
aNdReW16944ever 2 years ago
@aNdReW16944ever
come voler pesare le mele con le pere:ma che vuol dire??? Devia con Dragoni e Frittoli sono di estrazione e repertorio cmpletamente diverso...
Sta difatto che Frittoli e Dragoni sono durate pochi anni e sono uscite dal giro con la voce a pezzi....la Devia ancora canta con la voce integra..poi che ti piaccia di meno è un'altra cosa!
AAGMR 2 years ago
BRAVISSIMA Signora Devia!!!
She sings even better then ever, fantastic!
oleganna 2 years ago
It is a real pity that the Met didn't hire Devia more. We get peeps like Guleghina and Pappian and Netrebko, and the finest bel canto singer of my generation doesn't get a platform in New York..ugh...it so bugs me that I've never heard her live....
nvshm 2 years ago 8
I understand what you are saying, I wish she was still singing in the US. But she did have 15 seasons with the Met from 79-94. You are just going to have to make a trip to Europe to see her while she is still singing this well!
coloraturafan 2 years ago 2
Its a bit of a bummer that most of her US parts were Lucia, and I think she's actually a lot more interesting in other roles. I think you've kinda shown us all that with the clips you've posted. I'm a bit too young to have been going to the Met in the 90s, but I just think Its such a huge oversight. I don't know if you're in new york or not, but the met this season has been really disappointing. Not so much with the choice of rep, but the singers. Argh!
nvshm 2 years ago 2
I am not in NY, but I agree with you about the Met. There is nothing really to draw me to travel there anymore. In New York she actually had some interesting roles with the OONY. I am going to see Devia in Lucrezia Borgia next month in Italy and I cannot wait.
coloraturafan 2 years ago 2
I'm totes jealous! My only splurge this year is a trip to paris, and I was lucky that it happens to fall on a concert performance of Guilio Cesare at the Pleyel with Andreas Scholl, Phillipe Jaroussky and Cecelia Bartoli...Hopefully it will make up for a really bad Met season...
nvshm 2 years ago 2
@coloraturafan Her big time at the Met was in the 80s and early 90s. She did Lucia, Constanze, Rigoletto, Puritani. By the 90s the last thing I saw her do was that awful Lucia production with all the coffins. She was stupendous...also saw her in Puritani at OONY with Gregory Kunde....
Dymension 1 year ago
@nvshm STUPID MET!
thomastmwc 1 year ago 2
did sth happen to her face :(?? I love her, always, however
thomastmwc 2 years ago
genial!!!
overcus 2 years ago
Que gran interpretación! gran clase! es usted maravillosa, Brava!
Marinausbcn 2 years ago
This is just exquisite - perfect phrasing, diction, and a truly remarkable voice
daveypm 2 years ago 3
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Che cosa canta a fare Casta diva?...ridicola,di divino non ha nulla,in altri tempi avrebbe cantato al massimo il paggio Oscar e poi è racchia non ha nessun carisma,la ragioniera della lirica,che degrado...
marilumariify 2 years ago
ma che dici? è sublime! ma senti che controllo e che bel timbro! voglio vedere te arrivare alla sua età e cantare così! ma tu guarda che roba!!!
PrincessShiba85 2 years ago 6
@marilumariify se non ti piace non ascoltarla! E' semplice!
schaunard1 2 years ago 2
@marilumariify
una cosa in più di te però la Sig.ra Devia l'ha:IL CERVELLO!!!!!
AAGMR 2 years ago 2
Grande !!! Bravo !!!!! Divina !!!!!!
MrLuiscastellanos 2 years ago 4
She is too old enough too sing this shit but here she is,
making the song a piece of cake.
reydogoloyugo23 2 years ago
This is soo diva!!!
She knows that her ass is too old to be singing this shit!!!! OMG! That wasn't TERRIBLE but it definitely was NOT her best!!! Someone needs to shoot that slow ass conductor to
DonRolini 2 years ago
you cannot be serious with this comment, at least I hope not
coloraturafan 2 years ago
Ok dear,explain to me what you think is exceptional in this video?I LOVE MARIELLA DEVIA but (I) don't think this is one of her good days considering how old she was.
This was ALMOST as bad as listening to Netrebko sing it(all kinds of slow and tired)the score does not say largo, but traditionally everyone sings it slower than Andante Sostenuto.I have nothing against her but this was so bad it was funny which is why I said it was completely DIVA!You have to be a Diva to pull that off,and she did
DonRolini 2 years ago
Hmmmm, where do I start? You don't like the slow tempo, but listen to the phrasing and the line, even at this slow tempo they are exquisite... you can't just SING this aria slower without peerless breath support! And Devia shapes the cadenza like no other, the dynamics and shading are beautiful. But that is what I hear, to each their own.
coloraturafan 2 years ago
With Georges Prêtre conducting, this would be THE most perfect Norma ever, after Callas ... One of the only current singers capable of rendering full justice to the role!
GoldenAgeSunshine 2 years ago
This great singer must attempt Norma before the end.
TheWisemonkey8 2 years ago
if Sutherlan, Sills, Anderson and Gruberova can sing Norma then Devia certainly should!
jmahlon 2 years ago
I agree 100%. She must do norma... It would be a travesty if Devia did not. Warm and kind regards my friend in music.
TheWisemonkey8 2 years ago 2
Well who knows with Norma, but Devia did announce a new role.... Elizabetta in Roberto Devereux in 2010-11 season
coloraturafan 2 years ago
Thanks for this wonderful post. La Devia was certainly wonderful in her recent Anna Bolena. I imagine the lady will most definitely excel in Roberto Devereux. Devia is the greatest exponent of bel canto on the stage today. I hope she will consider Norma... she owes this to bellini, herself and the pubic. Kind and warm regards my friend in music.
TheWisemonkey8 2 years ago
Well there is one commonality with Devereux and Norma, they are both operas that Devia has previously stated she would not sing. Now that Devereux is planned, I think there is more hope than before for a Norma. Next year she has quite a diverse grouping of operas planned: Lucrezia Borgia, Maria Stuarda, I Puritani, La Traviata and Devereux. For someone celebrating their 62 birthday next April it is brilliant, and we are very lucky. Yesterday she recieved a lifetime achievment award in Italy.
coloraturafan 2 years ago
Pretty good
LazarNewDeal 2 years ago
Pensare che quest'anno abbia compiuto 61 anni... Semplicemente grande!!!
elisirdamore 2 years ago
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spqrmor 2 years ago
Francamente maravillosa y ya tiene sus años, todos mis respetos para la Devia.
my261973 2 years ago
Francamente su voz es maravillosa y ya tiene sus años. La ví hace 8 en el Teatro Real de Madrid y su actuación fue aplastante.
my261973 2 years ago
La Devia looks and sounds ageless...the FINEST Italian belcanto soprano alive today. Too bad she doesn't sing here in U.S. anymore ("Nobody has invited me", she told me). Che pecato. what shame!!
mozartman2000 2 years ago
Really? She said that? How long ago was that? What a sad state the American Opera scene has become!
coloraturafan 2 years ago
1995, after her Carnegie Hall concert of Donizetti's "Adelia" with OONY... She had been back only 1 time after that (singing Ilia in Chicago's "Idomeneo"). Her superb voice has changed amazingly little in the last 15 yrs. Maybe she would have gotten more notice had she thrown a tantrum now and then (like La Gheorghiu!). But she's such a nice, sweet, classy lady always. I am privileged to have met her. :) Brava La Devia!
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adballet 2 years ago
Not an easy aria at any age. this is lovely!!
syrinx79 2 years ago
a great soprano,in our time.I sing with she
euartistagency 2 years ago
not bad...
edengirl17 2 years ago
What a terrific surprise: I had no idea Mariella still was singing. My God, I heard her at the Met as Gilda way back in the mid 1980's! Some of her late-career videos on youtube are excellent. Brava Diva.
dt195k2 2 years ago
What an amazing performance! When the first tacts were played, I thought of all the Normas Pretre had worked with and of course the greatest one - Maria. And here another fabulous interpretation by him and by Devia - what couple, what a fabulous, intimate, secluded atmosphere. Thank you for this!
boris1281 2 years ago
Could and should Devia sing all of Norma? To me the answer is a resounding yes. Callas, Scotto, Sutherland, and Anderson have all sung Norma late in their careers. The technical difficulties are not enormous. The real problem is comparison with other great Normas.
rawdonqueen 2 years ago
lol the conductor and singer are both so old. I love the expression on the conductors face.
Chilair1 2 years ago
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anchenier 2 years ago
One day you will also be old, let´s se who will be laughing then, many young singers are not even close to this great singing and will never be, so laugh as laud as you can!!!
Devia is a DIVA no matter young or old!!!
anchenier 2 years ago 2
What I didn't post in my comment, is that I think the reason why this performance is beautiful is because they are old enough to have refined their craft. I notice that society values youth, but classical musical music values knowing every single facet of the trade. IT's truly incredible. She's one of my favorite singers and has a timeless voice.
Chilair1 2 years ago 3
most sopranos nowadays don't have this voice when they're 30 just imagine when they will be over 60 years old as Mariella Devia!
eradesso 2 years ago 3
Thank you for your support of my comments. It seems I have "ruffled some feathers" but I was only trying to express an opinion with the utmost respect and diplomacy.
laddnyc 2 years ago 2
as a means to punctuate the impressive estate of Devia's voice at this point in her life. The beauty, breath,and line are almost as they were 22 years ago. That DOES have to do with her intelligence and her rock solid technique, as well as the physiology of her apparatus.
laddnyc 2 years ago
Just to add to this topic, no two singers are alike. As no two people are alike, just because Sutherland and Devia were both great Lucia's does not mean that their voice's have much in common. Look at their technique, there are many differneces in the way they sing, and they way they produce sound. Anyway, all of these factors contribute to the way their voices aged. Choice of roles and timing and pushing of resources all play a factor in the life of a voice.....
coloraturafan 2 years ago
Of course you are right. I thank you, so much, for the hours of enjoyment that you have brought me Coloraturafan. I made a comment last week that was simply a memory of Sutherlands last MET performances and perhaps made the mistake of comparing the state of her voice on that ocassion to this remarkable performance. It was my poetic license and not meant to upset or disrespect Sutherlands impressive career or talent
Again, thank you for enriching my life through the music you share!
laddnyc 2 years ago
.... However, a singer has to start with the proper technique, that is the only way they can limit the wear on their resources. On the outside looking in, we can only spectulate on why this singer's voice remains more intact than that singers. Devia remains in a class of her own, she can still sing roles that she performed 20 years ago with even greater success. We can only hope that Devia continues to share this rare vocal gift with the world.
coloraturafan 2 years ago
BRAVO! I humbly agree. Perhaps I should never have shared my initial comparison to Sutherland, but it was a memory that came to mind as I listened to this and for some reason remembered that PURITANI at the MET. That said, in my initial comment (feeling the need to defend myself here) I did say "I know that it is all subjective, no two people are really alike" in understanding that I could only speculate as to "why" one voice may deteriorate sooner than another. Devia is indeed a rare gift!
laddnyc 2 years ago
I am glad you did share your initial comparison, because many people DO compare these singers, and I can understand why. No need to defend your comments, I agree with everything you said. It is funny that you mention the Sutherland Puritani, this evening I was gathering Puritani videos to upload. There is a 1985 Puritani with Sutherland, and I think it points to all the factors that have already been mentioned here.
coloraturafan 2 years ago
thank you! I worship at your shrine when it comes to these clips. I also try NOT to debate because I WELL understand that a relationship with a favorite singer is actually very personal. Example: I grew up at the MET in the 70's and 80's. I LOVED Scotto during those years. Many did not. They did not see what I was seeing but MANY did and loved her as I did. It is because I have respect for opinions differences in taste that I try not to debate in these forums. cant wait for PURITANI !
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asdfopera 2 years ago
(cont.) and the man who "pushed her to her vocal limits". I believe you are misinformed here. Bonynge was a bel canto specialist and would have preferred that Sutherland NOT take on many of the roles she wanted to do. By the way, those roles, like Adriana Lecouvreur, were sung in Sydney, where she sang so much. I can count, the Operas she sang at the MET, lets say, between 1970 and 1986 when she retired. The heaviest role being Leonora in Trovatore. They are different singers, of course
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asdfopera 2 years ago
you know, in the end it really is a matter of taste. You say "opposite ends of the spectrum" and I disagree. I would prefer to hear Devia than Sutherland in many roles. I may be in the minority and that is fine. I do not question that she was a star with a stars instrument. Neither would I agree with your theories, but I don't say that to be argumentative, I just dont agree. I am sure the physiology to the different bodies has much to do with it all and I meant these comments (cont)
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asdfopera 2 years ago
well , and I am sure I will get many comments on this, you may be correct in that. I thought she was quite unnattractive sounding in the broadcast of that role and it was at that point that I became decidedly intolerant of her vocalism. Before I get attacked for saying that, PLEASE know that it is just my opinion. My sensibilities seek a different type of singer to admire...that is all. I have enjoyed many early Sutherland recordings, even some onstage performances, but prefer Devia.
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lassisimo 2 years ago
listening to La Devia at this stage in her career I can''t help but compare her to Sutherland who was about to sing her final performances at this age. I know that it is all subjective, no two people are really alike, but Sutherland was a shadow of herself at this point. While I was never a great fan of hers, I respected and admired her. Still she was done. Devia's singing is a lesson in the TRUE art of Bel Canto sounding absolutely glorious here. As if she were at the beginning, not the end
laddnyc 2 years ago
I agree with you that Devia is still in great shape and she may be the greatest exponent of true belcanto nowadays, giving always very committed performances. I am always amazed by her technique although she fails to convince me as an actress.
I wouldnt either compare her to Sutherland, who was not vocally well preserved as Devia at his point of her career, mostly because for me when Sutherland was at her peak, she was in a different league than Devia.
Wotan123456789 2 years ago 2
Thank you for your response. I realize that Devia may not be a great actress, but she acts with her voice...again, much like Sutherland. I think I was very clear and fair in what I was comparing...their voices at the same point in their lives. I may come under attack here, but I was not a fan of Sutherland, though, as I said, I respected her. As for Devia not being in the same league that is TRULY your opinion. In Italy they might strongly and vocally disagree with you. (see next field)
laddnyc 2 years ago
I assume you are referring to her celebrity when you say "league"? I understand the Sutherland was a greatly recognized star. She is a wonderfully charming woman and was well marketed, with popularity on television, etc. Also, she was gifted with a large sound that may have been unique. That said, I could list the many reasons why I was not really a fan of hers...not important. What is important, however, is that your statment about being in the same league be addressed. (cont next field)
laddnyc 2 years ago
For my sensibilities Devia IS in the same league. She is unique in her ornamentation possesing a unique darkness and richness in the timbre of her voice which is distinct and would allow even an occasional listener to recognize her. That is how I identify the "league" you write of. If you are referring to celebrity, well that is rarely the criteria amongst educated ears. I enjoy Netrebko, a star by many accounts but not in the same league as these two technically gifted singer we write of.
laddnyc 2 years ago
The League (IMO) that I mention does not include Devia bc few sopranos belong to it: Ponselle, Muzio, Flagstad, Varnay, Callas, Gencer, Nilsson, Caballe, Sutherland even Freni. Devia, as amazing technician she is, as mesmerizing her ornamentations are, and as committed as she is lacks, IN MY OPINION, the charisma that the other artists that I mentioned had.
I do have a house in Italy and attend often to the sold out performances of Devia, so I do know how well loved and respected she is there
Wotan123456789 2 years ago
So "league" as you use the term, is an opinion, and I respect it. I assume some have different lists with Tebaldi or Olivero,Price, even Galvany for example. Do you get my point? Many of the singers on your list are on mine, but, for example, not Gencer or Varnay. Though I do love Varnay, she is not on my "league" list, for lack of a better word. In the end, it was an expression of your opinion and I simply don't agree. Your definition of "in the same league" is an opinion.
laddnyc 2 years ago
Muzio, Ponselle, Varnay, Flagstad? Don't you think they had a slightly different voice and repertoire? If we exclude the early Callas and the early Caballe, in fact, none of the singers you mention could actually "sing" belcanto roles the way Devia does. Charisma is not necessarily flashy. Sometimes subtleties can say more than dramatic antics. One has to maintain an open mind, though, and try see beyond ornamentations. Their meaning may not be obvious, but this is what art is about.
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Again, my "comparison" was simply that of the age of the singer and the quality of the voice at that age. Devia's sound has held up better and THAT I hope is not being debated. That said, there are 2 things I wanted to address in your second comment. I am a professional singer and I don't change my technique in a larger or smaller house. I think you will find other singers who tell you the same. Additionally, I have no idea what you are tallking about when it comes to Sutherlands rep....
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adballet 2 years ago
It is so sad to read comments of absolute ignorance, few though they are, after this amazing performance. I should find comfort in that it is only 2 culprits amongst so many educated ears. I too am a great Devia fan, I have seen all her MET performances and many many in Italy. I regret that she never enjoyed the success in the US that she has it Italy.
(I will continue on nest screen)
laddnyc 2 years ago
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she should retire, this is getting hard for her.. Very hard.
kgarmaker123 3 years ago
Are you sure? I mean, do you think you have any idea what you're talking about? IMO (and many others who have respect for the art) Devia is without question at the peak of vocal powers even at her age. One of the few singers who can spin a belcanto line so perfectly. No, she should not retire, and deprive the world of this rich talent. If you cannot see that talent it is clearly your own loss.
coloraturafan 3 years ago
Should she retire to please you hahahahahahaha? What is hard here hahahahahahaha? I cannot stand opinionated comments without the shadow of a background knowledge.
sediziosevoci 3 years ago
Just listen carefully to how hard it is for her to make the notes, She is pushing a lot of air through those vocal folds to make that sound, and it sounds effortful.
My opinion of Devia is that about six years ago she was at her peak, and she sounded good when she sang Coloratura pieces, and did not try to fart around with dramatic coloratura roles.. The sound that is required is too much for her. And Yes she should retire, and spare us from that awful forcing.
kgarmaker123 3 years ago
Thanks for the insight, however, I do not agree. There is no "forcing" as you call it. Instead of this wonderful singer "sparing you" and retiring, maybe you should just spare us your ignorant comments.
coloraturafan 3 years ago
You know, Devia has something in common with Tebaldi: Fans who are so rude that they cannot hear criticism of their favorite singer. She does force coloraturafan.. She forces very badly.. and she is over the HILL, And I do know what i am talking about.
kgarmaker123 3 years ago
You may THINK you know what you are talking about, but the truth is that you are proving yourself more and more ignorant with each passing comment. Let's save your any future embarrassment, and end this topic.
coloraturafan 3 years ago
Since she sings to sold out theatres in Italy your statements are rather amusing, kgmarket123. All you have to do is not watching the clips, so that you will spare yourself from "that awful forcing". Have you ever thought about this simple option? Unless you feel obliged to give your precious advice to an artist who has been singing belcanto for nearly 40 years.
sevoflurane 3 years ago 3
Are you on crack?
pweny 3 years ago
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Norma? Oramai la cantano tutte con disinvoltura. Perchè non anche lei? Del resto è una sua vecchia tentazione, e ora può, tanto il....trionfo è assicurato.
p.s. la canteranno anche a Sanremo.
lanaturale 3 years ago
lanaturale che osservaziona gratuita e priva di fondamento!
Norma non è mai stata tra le tentazioni di Mariella,l'ha sempre detto:Norma è no,è sempre stata no,e saà sempre no"!!!
E i trionfi non sono mai assicurati,ma ogni volta conquistati...
Certo che se l'ha cantata la Sutherland,la Gruberova,la Anderson...perchè Mariella non potrebbe?PERCHE' E' INTELLIGENTE!!!!
vivaldiano 3 years ago
Sarebbe interessante conoscere il motivo del suo livore, lanaturale.
sediziosevoci 3 years ago
Bravissima,mi rende sempre grande felicita'.
kao0706 3 years ago
Coloraturafan, I've said it before but it bears repeating, you should be canonized for all your beautiful videos. I think Devia wise to have avoided Norma during her long career. To sing Casta Diva or some of the duets in concert is one thing. The role is too long and in many places quite tiring, but then again she did sing Anna Bolena which is also a very long and taxing part and triumphed with it. She sings perhaps carefully now, but beautifully- Grazie assai, Ernesto Vasselli
semiramide1945 3 years ago
La Reina del Belcanto!!!!!!!!!
mademusik 3 years ago
Mariella mi ha commossa!Spesso abbiamo lavorato insieme.Ora tutto il successo che hai sempre meritato!
Che emozione che modulazione che tecnica!Unica!Ti abbraccio forte forte!Brava!
uncieloimmenso 3 years ago
Superba vocalista,bellissima linea di canto.
saverioorlando 3 years ago
Hmm. I am definitely a Sutherland fan but Devia seems to sound better at her 61 than La Stupenda! I am really impressed. Brava!
aragall77 3 years ago
She is 61 and that comes out of her throat. AMAZING! I loved it!
PootahBear08 3 years ago
Brava Devia!!!!
sutherlandfan 3 years ago
mamma... mamma...
mrlammermoor 3 years ago
where was this does ne1 know?
ilandr2 3 years ago
Teatro La Fenice - Venice. Concert for the New Year 2009.
arkania123 3 years ago
Teatro la Fenice (Venezia). Concerto del 1° gennaio 2009
arkania123 3 years ago
Well done..beautiful
DivaDeb1234 3 years ago
Mariella qui aura 61 ans en avril prochain conserve une parfaite santé vocale!La voix reste assez souple,bien accrochée dans l'ensemble et le phrasé musical et nuancé.Je salue la tenue du diaphragme(pas évident à cet âge).Bravo!
Katiuszkasanda 3 years ago
This aria has never failed to give me goosebumps, no matter how many times I hear it. This is a lovely version - I love her voice and it's amazing to see she's over 60. Thank you for uploading it.
mairanya1 3 years ago
She's truly a miracle... can everybody see the way she takes a breath at 3:32 after that long phrase and how her body put the air on the low part of the lungs??? amazing.
Every singer or student should see this and learn the correct way to mantain the voice intact at 60 and the way to breath and sing belcanto.
I love you Mariella...
PakoChile 3 years ago 4
Je suis totalement de votre avis,la performance de Mariella est exceptionnelle ,bravo!
Katiuszkasanda 3 years ago
ortrud33, if you can't accept that there are gays among opera fans, just as there are in almost every social group, then you have a personal problem that the rest of us don't want to hear about.
rawdonqueen 3 years ago
Sorry, that last comment was for ortrud
dollartwenty 3 years ago
La Devia conserva ancora il timbro, la splendida linea vocale, il legato, il sostegno e il controllo del fiato, la morbidezza degli acuti, la musicalità, e professionalità straordinaria. Sempre ha avuto una sicurezza tecnica, ed inigualabile stile e gusto musicale. Brava Mariella!
MusicaParola 3 years ago
Ditto!
Jabe88 3 years ago
Muito obrigado. :)
MusicaParola 3 years ago
Very , very good indeed, especially for a 60 y.o. too!
timsuffolk 3 years ago
impressionante...really awesome
balbutalbu 3 years ago
I think only Maag chose a tempo as slow as Pretre's for Casta Diva. But he is working with Mariella Devia, who seems to have a third lung, like Rocky Blake. She gives us an exemplary rendition of Casta Diva. Ribattuti, gruppetti, chromatic scales are sung with precision and with a clear diction. As usual the shaded dynamics and the stylish cadenza are a delight.
sevoflurane 3 years ago
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and tones of wobble too :p
ortrud33 3 years ago
I am glad you keep coming back to listen to good singing, ortrud33. Keep up the good work, honey.
sevoflurane 3 years ago 3
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"honey" your boyfriend... when and if ever you get one, not me! I just reply to your comments but as I see this page is the biggest gathering of Youtube queers, so I think I ll leave u all girls to fancy the wobbles you love so much :)))
ortrud33 3 years ago
Okay ortrud33, you are done. I will not tolerate homophobic remarks on my videos. If that is the best you can do as a reply then you obviously lack any knowledge on the subject at hand. Don't waste your time typing any more postings for these videos, I will just remove them.
coloraturafan 3 years ago
Go away, you fool!
dollartwenty 3 years ago
Whatever, hon...
sevoflurane 3 years ago
what an incredibly vicious broad this ortrud is!
operabuff1 3 years ago
somebody shut this ortrud up!
operabuff1 3 years ago
Ortrud33-You are a stupid, frustrated non-talented CUNT who is jealous of every soprano because you will NEVER have any career! Go back to sucking cocks in dark alleys!!
nichtsleezy 3 years ago 3
Mariella Devia is phenomenal
Point Barre
Jabe88 3 years ago 2
I find her vocal technique quite exceptional, but I don't like the timbre of her voice, it used to be much more beautiful, of course. but BRAVO!
operaeater 3 years ago
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tremolo and wobble in "dii iii iiiiva" and in the entire recording... why doesnt she retire with so much wobble in her voice? this is sad
At 4 28 her breath ends...that means no more sound lol
ortrud33 3 years ago
Again, Orturd33, you obviously don't understand the art of belcanto singing. So why do you waste everyones time with your uneducated statements?
coloraturafan 3 years ago