Strauss: Der Rosenkavalier
Lear, Fassbaender, Popp, Ridderbusch; Kleiber
Milano, 1976
$14.95
Description:
In 1976, Carlos Kleiber brought his legendary interpretation of Der Rosenkavalier to La Scala, offering the Milanese audience a performance of rare finesse and vitality. Though near the end of her career, Evelyn Lear gives a poised and heartfelt reading of the Marschallin. Brigitte Fassbaender and Lucia Popp, well known for their partnership in this opera, lend youthful opulence and precision to Octavian and Sophie. Karl Ridderbusch, from his first entrance, crafts a Baron Ochs who transcends cliché—bringing a rough-hewn elegance and unexpected humanity to the role. The sound is very good.
In Stereo
OD 11660-3
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