Verdi: La Traviata
Sills, Stewart, Cossa; Rudel
1974
$9.95
Description:
Beverly Sills’s portrayal of Violetta in La Traviata remains one of the most complete and emotionally truthful interpretations ever committed to recording. Vocally, she brings absolute command to every facet of the role—from the glittering agility and crystalline clarity of “Sempre libera” to the haunting resignation of “Addio del passato.” Her technique is seamless, her tone luminous, and her phrasing unfailingly expressive.
Yet what elevates Sills above even the most accomplished of her peers is her dramatic conviction. Every gesture, every vocal inflection is motivated by character. She charts Violetta’s transformation—from vivacious courtesan to woman broken by love and sacrifice—with nuance, grace, and heartbreaking sincerity. It is a performance that not only thrills the ear but pierces the heart.
In Mono
OD 11537-2
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