Rita Hunter proves yet again that there was no style she couldn't master. Her Santuzza is Wagnerian in scope, yet she maintains the vocal finesse and sensitivity that defined her bel canto portrayals. The voice brims with emotional urgency and command, making this an interpretation that lingers in the memory. The sound has been altered with added reverb, which, while enhancing the voices, introduces an artificial sheen. Additionally, some track transitions are flawed, with the next section occasionally beginning before the previous one finishes.