Singer

Opera Rara join forces once again with The Hallé in Manchester to record and perform the newly edited original version of Verdi’s Simon Boccanegra. The new Ricordi edition of the 1857 Simon Boccanegra, by Opera Rara’s Repertoire Consultant Roger Parker, is the first based on Verdi’s autograph score of the opera, which has only recently become available to scholars. The 1881 version, considered by many commentators to be superior to its 1857 cousin, is performed regularly worldwide. However, we believe that if the 1881 revisions had not come into being, it is certain that the 1857 version would hold an important place in Verdi “canon”. We want to shine a new light on the original in a performance and new studio recording with some of the world’s greatest Verdi specialists.

EPSG:4326

Verdi’s Simon Boccanegra

The Bridgewater Hall

The Hallé’s opera concert performances with Sir Mark are always eagerly anticipated and this season’s choice will be no exception: a fascinating opportunity to hear Verdi’s Simon Boccanegra in its original 1857 version, in a major collaboration with Opera Rara and featuring the Chorus of Opera North.

Iván Ayón-Rivas

Tenor

Events

Past events

Apr 18, 2024

Verdi’s Simon Boccanegra · Opera Rara

Apr 18, 2024

Verdi’s Simon Boccanegra · The Hallé

Future and recently performed repertoire

Gabriele Adorno in Simon Boccanegra by Verdi

Opera Rara

About

Iván Ayón-Rivas hasn't added a bio