BEGINNING with La Donna E Mobile from Verdi’s Rigoletto and climaxing with Nessun Dorma, this compilation of previously released versions of Andrea Bocelli’s favourite arias is an absolute treat. Leaving aside the fact that the Italian tenor is the highestselling artist in the history of classical music, the sheer quality and passion in his voice throughout Opera makes this more than just a series of wellknown pieces. With Aida, La Boheme, Tosca and La Traviata all featured, there is surely something to stimulate the interest of any opera newcomers and satisfy fans.

Mike Fletcher