La Straniera

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This production was a concert performance of Vincenzo Bellini's 'La Straniera,' presented as part of the NTR ZaterdagMatinee series at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. Unlike a fully staged opera, this concert version focused on the musical and vocal delivery of Bellini's bel canto masterpiece. The performance featured the Royal Flemish Philharmonic and the Netherlands Radio Choir under the direction of Giancarlo Andretta. The production is notable for featuring tenor Leonardo Capalbo in the role of Arturo, alongside soprano Annick Massis as Alaide. The NTR ZaterdagMatinee is a prestigious series known for broadcasting high-quality live performances from the Concertgebouw, often featuring rare or demanding repertoire like 'La Straniera.'