Description:

Cesare Valletti brings his trademark elegance and refinement to the role of Faust, navigating its lyrical contours with a stylistic finesse that’s especially striking in a role that offers little room for the typical tenor theatrics of the Romantic era. His impeccable French and unforced phrasing make for a compelling interpretation. Gérard Souzay, known for his exceptional sensitivity to language, avoids the trap of presenting Méphistophélès as a mere caricature. Instead, he offers a layered portrayal, leaning on textual nuance to compensate for any lack of vocal weight. A young Marilyn Horne, on the cusp of stardom in 1967, contributes not only the glow of rising celebrity but also matches her castmates in restraint and stylistic polish.

In Mono

OD 12019-2