Sempre Libera (2004)

Netrebko's tweede album bevat vooral complete scenes in plaats van alleen aria's. Bijzonder is de waanzinscene uit Donizetti's Lucia de Lammermoor. Meestal wordt deze met fluit uitgevoerd, waar glasharmonica staat voorgeschreven. Hier is dit bijzondere instrument wél te horen. "Anna Netrebko's second CD is even more impressive than her first. She still may not be an absolutely polished, finished artist, but she's working at it and here presents a very satisfying--even thrilling--program. Growing artistry and everything else aside, Netrebko's voice is just beautiful. Much of the fine effect of this recital is due to Claudio Abbado's leadership--he's infinitely sensitive not only to the music but also to his soprano's strengths. And the Mahler Chamber Orchestra is a fine group, its wind players mellow and plangent, its strings sweetly ideal for bel canto." (ClassicsToday; waardering; een 9 voor zowel opname als uitvoering; voor complete tekst: klik op link)