Maria Padilla - Gaetano Donizetti
Information about the opera Maria Padilla by Gaetano Donizetti, and the best recordings available on CD or DVD, or for download.
Unfairly neglected, this opera contains a wealth of brilliant and powerful music.
Synopsis
The opera is about Maria's seduction by King Pedro the Cruel of Spain, and the effect of their union on her father.
Recommended recordings on CD
Francis/McDonall/Jones (Opera Rara ORC 06)
Geoffrey Mitchell Choir, London Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Alun Francis, 1980.
Cast: Lois McDonall (Maria), Della Jones (Ines), Ian Caley (Don Luigi).
Opera Rara ORC 06