I haven't heard Prince Igor more than a few times all the way through and every time it has been in a different version. I'm not exactly sure which version is represented here though I can tell you there's no Act Three. The singers are all excellent. I assume Ghena Dimitrova is the raison d'etre for this release and her singing is not only exciting (huge high notes!), but technically accomplished too. There's not a whole lot of her here; in fact, you could say that about all the main characters: they're just not around very long. Sabin Markov sings his big aria extremely well with a smooth, sable-like baritone. Petar Petrov is a charming and yet frightening Konchak with another fine voice although his low notes are weak. Neli Bojkova sings Konchakovna's music with a rich, sexy mezzo. If Petko Marinov doesn't have the most mellifluous tone, he sings ardently and deserves the warm applause he receives from the audience for his aria. Stoyon Popov is a humorous Galitsky although I wouldn't want to be on his bad side. The choral sopranos are sometimes a little wobbly; both chorus and orchestra seem to be enjoying themselves. Ivan Marinov leads a strong performance that I would appreciate even more if I knew specifically what they were all singing about (I couldn't find a libretto and translation).The sound is from an excellent broadcast tape. If you enjoy Russian opera or this opera in particular, you'll love this set.

Overall a very good performance. The singers were great, and I had a wonderful listening experience..