Thomas Stewart possessed one of the most beautiful voices of any dramatic bass-baritone of the 20th century. What set him apart was not just the richness of his tone, but his ability to retain that beauty even in the most demanding music of Wagner and Strauss. This compilation showcases his range and expressive power in arias and scenes from Salome, Elektra, Der fliegende Holländer, Parsifal, Das Rheingold, Die Walküre, Siegfried, Götterdämmerung, and Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg. He is joined by a stellar lineup including Birgit Nilsson, Eva Marton, Janis Martin, and Karl Ridderbusch.