Cherubini: Medea - Galvany, Townsend, Ramey, Hocher, Bible; Morelli. 1974
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Medea perfectly bridges the classical and romantic eras, capturing the finest qualities of both. To truly bring this opera to life, you need a soprano with both the vocal control of a Donna Anna and the dramatic intensity of an Ortrud—Marisa Galvany embodied both. Her voice had virtually limitless range, able to shift effortlessly between low and high, delicate and dramatic. From her first entrance, she commands the stage and delivers a performance that is nothing short of electrifying. Erik Townsend’s Giasone, however, feels somewhat lackluster in comparison. Frances Bible is outstanding as Neris, offering a spellbinding interpretation of her aria. A young Samuel Ramey, as Creonte, shines with an incredible sound that suggests a star in the making. The overall sound quality is excellent, rounding out a truly memorable performance.
OD 10807-2
