Francesco Paolo Tosti, the celebrated composer whose world fame went from being a very popular singer in Rome, to be the author of more than five hundred songs while in London, wrote La Preghiera (The Prayer).
Published by Ricordi in 1880 it has become one of his most well known songs. Countertenor Miguel Ulla and Pianist John Bryden, present to the audience this particular piece. One of the last examples of the castrati era. (Alessandro Moreschi, the last castrati, sung this “Preghiera” many times and even recorded it).
Francesco Paolo Tosti dedicated it to “the most gentle Lady Mary Massimo”, in her loving memory.
Miguel Ulla, Countertenor
John Bryden, Piano
Tracklist
Please note that the below previews are loaded as 44.1 kHz / 16 bit.Total time: 00:05:59
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| SKU | E313HR |
| Qualities | DSD 512 fs, DSD 256 fs, DSD 128 fs, DSD 64 fs, DXD 32 Bit, DXD 24 Bit |
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| Release Date | February 20, 2025 |
2 reviews for Tosti: La Preghiera (The Prayer) [DSD Single]
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Miguel exploring new repertoire with Tosti has been a beautiful experience to listen to. Hopefully, we will also listen to some other works of the nineteenth century!
Irene Guerrrero Cediel (verified owner) –
A fantastic and transcendental interpretation.
Jjjub (verified owner) –