"Mission" is a fascinating story about international politics, church intrigues, diplomatic secrets and sensational music. Cecilia Bartoli uncovers the hidden musical treasures of early-Baroque composer Agostino Steffani. Featuring 21 world premieres on CD. AGOSTINO STEFFANI 1654-1728 Excerpts from the operas Alarico il Baltha Servio Tullio Niobe, regina di Tebe Tassilone I trionfi del fato. Arminio La superbia d'Alessandro. La libertà contenta La lotta d'Hercole con Acheloo Le rivali concordi. Henrico Leone Marco Aurelio With special guest PHILIPPE JAROUSSKY Philippe Jaroussky appears courtesy of Virgin Classics.
