Verdi: Aida

Souliotis, Lavirgen, Cernei, Guelfi; Rescigno

Mexico City, 1966

$9.95

Description:

Elena Souliotis’ youthful soprano, already marked by its sheer amplitude and emotional immediacy, finds an ideal vehicle in the role of Aida. Still early in her career, she sings with fearless abandon and an instinctive dramatic flair that brings the character’s inner turmoil vividly to life. Her top notes ring out with intensity, but it’s her ability to shade the quieter, more reflective moments that truly sets her apart.

Giangiacomo Guelfi makes only a brief appearance as Amonasro, but his commanding presence and burnished tone leave a lasting impression—nearly stealing the show in his scenes.

The sound is a bit muffled and lacks dynamic range.

In Mono

OD 11591-2