Strauss: Der Rosenkavalier - Crespin, Meyer, Stich-Randall, Weber, Cassel; Rosenstock. Mexico City, 1962

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Pros:

  • In the interest of full disclosure, I will open with the fact that the sound is not great on this recording. The dynamic range is rather narrow and there are occasional pops. That said, if you know this opera well and your ear can fill in some of the blanks, this is a very satisfying performance with a stellar cast.
  • Régine Crespin is radiant as the Marschallin and is captured at the absolute height of her abilities. The way she floats the line "die silberne Ros'n" at the end of Act I is absolutely unforgettable.
  • Kerstin Meyer's handsome mezzo finds a perfect home in the role of Octavian.
  • Teresa Stich-Randall's lush soprano gives the role of Sophie a little more substance than you often hear with the soubrettes who are often cast in this role.

Cons:

  • As mentioned before, the sound is limited.

In Mono

OD 11801-3

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06/21/2021
David R.

Very Good Performance, Listenable S6ound!

I have lamented before about the obvious lack of rehearsal for many of the Mexico City broadcast performances, leading to a state of chaos that must have driven some of the artists mad. I was surprised then to hear in this performance relatively few ensemble gaffs, sloppy entrances, or missed lines. Joseph Rosenstock was known for being a curmudgeon so perhaps he wrangled some rehearsal time out of the management. Crespin is in lovely voice and creates a regal, loving human being out of the Marschallin. Her floated "silberne Rosen" is worth the price of the set alone. Meyer shows again what a fine Octavian she was. Stich-Randall surprises by showing she could still Sophie convincingly some six years after the famous Karajan studio recording. Weber may not have quite the vocal dexterity he had in previous decades, but he still sings the Baron's tricky music with precision and humor. There is no wobble anywhere in his immense voice. Walter Cassel is an unusually strong Faninal. The other singers are not only good, but sound rehearsed. The sound is not terrific, but it is pitched correctly and is listenable. Fans of the singers should definitely indulge!