He soon gained fame due to the power and strength of his voice. The young tenor earned valuable experience and significant recognition while touring on the invitation of soprano Joan Sutherland, making his 1965 U.S. debut in Miami, Florida on her recommendation. His position was solidified in the years between 1966 and 1972, during which Pavarotti first appeared at Milan's seminal La Scala, at other major European houses, and, in 1968, at NYC's Metropolitan Opera. He received great acclaim, particularly working well with Joan Sutherland.
By the mid-70s, the tenor became known worldwide, famed for the brilliance and beauty of his tone, especially into the upper register. His "high C" became one of his trademarks. The late 70s and 80s saw Pavarotti making significant appearances in the world's opera houses and establishing himself as one of the great singers of the era.
Popular stardom came at the 1990 World Cup in Italy with the performances of "Nessun Dorma" (from Turandot) and as one of The Three Tenors in their famed first concert held on the eve of the final match of the tournament (repeated at later Cups). Pavarotti sang together with fellow star tenors Plácido Domingo and José Carreras and brought to the much wider audience hits previously confined to the opera world. Appearances in advertisements and with pop icons in concerts around the world furthered his influence. Pavarotti always maintained his identity as an opera star, unlike many crossover artists.
The later years brought a decline in ability to perform on stage due to a weight gain and lack of mobility. Pavarotti's final appearance in an opera was at the Met in March 2004. The 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, Italy saw him performing for the last time. Pavarotti sang Nessun Dorma, with the crowd as its Chorus, and got a thunderous standing ovation. On September 6, 2007, he died at home in Modena from pancreatic cancer.
Cantique de Noël
Luciano Pavarotti Lyrics
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It is the night of our dear Savior's birth
Long lay the world in sin and error pining
Till He appeared and the soul felt it's worth
A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn
Fall on your knees
Oh, night divine
Oh, night when Christ was born
Oh, night divine
Oh night, oh night divine
Minuit, chrétiens, c'est l'heure solennelle
Où l'homme Dieu descendit jusqu'à nous,
Pour effacer la tache originelle
Et de son père arrêter le courroux
Le monde entier tressaille d'espérance
A cette nuit qui lui donne un sauveur
Peuple, à genoux, attends ta délivrance,
Noël, Noël, voici le Rédempteur!
Noël, Noël, voici le Rédempteur!
The song "O Holy Night" is a classic Christmas carol that reminds listeners of the true meaning of Christmas. The song opens by describing the night when Jesus Christ was born. The stars were shining brightly, and the world was waiting for its savior. The world had been lost in sin for many years, but when Jesus appeared, it gave people hope and a sense of worth.
The second verse describes the new world that was born with Jesus' arrival. The weary world rejoices as salvation has come. The night is described as divine, and the angels' voices can be heard singing glory to God in the highest. The third verse is in French and is often omitted in English versions of the song. It celebrates Christmas as the time when the human God descended to earth, redeemed humanity's original sin, and saved them from their fate.
Overall, the song's theme is about the joy and hope that came with the birth of Jesus Christ. It inspires listeners to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas and to celebrate the Savior's birth.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh holy night, the stars are brightly shining
The setting is a holy night and the stars are shining so brightly, signifying the significance of the miraculous event that is about to happen.
It is the night of our dear Savior's birth
This is the night that marks the birth of our loving Savior, an occasion that is so dear to our hearts and that we will always remember.
Long lay the world in sin and error pining
For such a long time, the world suffered from sin and errors, waiting for something significant to happen that would bring relief and hope.
Till He appeared and the soul felt it's worth
The moment our beloved Savior appeared was the moment our souls became aware of its worth and how much meaning the birth of Christ has brought into our lives.
A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices
A glimmer of hope on that wonderful night filled the entire world with joy, refreshing the weary spirits and giving everyone a reason to smile and celebrate.
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn
A new dawn was breaking, promising to bring good tidings, grace, and salvation to all of mankind.
Fall on your knees
The occasion calls for everyone to bow in humility and gratitude to the one who made this holy night possible.
Oh, hear the angel voices
There are angelic voices praising and worshiping God, filling the air with reverence and holiness.
Oh, night divine
This is not just another night; this is the night of nights, the night of divine significance, marking the birth of Christ.
Oh, night when Christ was born
This wonderful night marks the beginning of the life of Christ, one that would change the world forever and bring salvation to all people.
Minuit, chrétiens, c'est l'heure solennelle
Midnight, Christians, this is the solemn hour, an hour that will be etched in the memory of all Christians forever.
Où l'homme Dieu descendit jusqu'à nous,
This is the hour that God became human and came down to dwell among us, to make us understand his love and compassion.
Pour effacer la tache originelle
He came to remove the stain of original sin, that had weighed down the world for so long.
Et de son père arrêter le courroux
He came to appease his father, who had been angry and disappointed with the state of the world until this night.
Le monde entier tressaille d'espérance
The whole world is trembling with joy and hope, knowing that something miraculous is happening on this holy night.
A cette nuit qui lui donne un sauveur
On this night, the world has found its savior, one who would bring love, compassion, and salvation to everyone.
Peuple, à genoux, attends ta délivrance,
People, bow down and prepare yourself to welcome deliverance, as this is the night when our salvation has arrived.
Noël, Noël, voici le Rédempteur!
Noel, Noel, here is our Redeemer, the one who would take away our sins and bring hope and joy to the world.
Noël, Noël, voici le Rédempteur!
Noel, Noel, here is our Redeemer, the one who would take away our sins and bring hope and joy to the world.
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Written by: Adolphe Charles Adam
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@francoisejeanmasson6628
J'adore ce chant en français
@veraoskari
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@christinebutler7630
Can you imagine being one.of those choir children, singing behind two of the greatest tenors of the century? What a memory to have!
@FT-jh2pu
I had the pleasure to meet Placido D. in a restaurant where I was working. Such an humble and nice person too.
@ninogaggi
I can sing like this when I’m drunk, everybody else says I’m terrible but they’re just liars 😂 Merry Christmas!
@MrTakvam
I believe you, don't let anyone tell you differently!
@kathleenmyers9326
I had the privilege of attending Luciano s last performance. It was Incredibly beautiful. The entire audience was moved to tears. GOD REST HIS SOUL!
@Mikep487
I consider Pav's voice too weak to be the best ever. He was a great tenor however.
@kathleenfranks6513
His voice was a little weaker as he got older which happens to all singers