Puccini: Madama Butterfly (In German) - Rothenberger, Jennings, Fassbaender; de Fabritiis. Hamburg, 1965
$8.95
Description:
The concept of a German-language Madama Butterfly might initially sound unusual, but it creates only the slightest cognitive dissonance, especially considering the opera's Japanese and American characters are already sung in Italian. This exemplary performance makes a strong case for Puccini in the vernacular, with Anneliese Rothenberger delivering an unexpectedly resonant performance in the title role. Brigitte Fassbaender also excels as Suzuki, and their flower duet is nothing short of ravishing.
In keeping with German tradition, Sharpless and Pinkerton (here called Linkerton) are portrayed by American artists. Barry McDaniel brings strength and vigor to Sharpless, while Jerry Jennings captures Pinkerton’s youthful callowness. Oliviero de Fabritiis lends a distinctly Italianate style to the proceedings.
In Mono
OD 11316-2
