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Puccini: Tosca - Rysanek, Domingo, Adam; Erede. Wien, 1977
$9.95
Description:
Although slightly past her prime, Leonie Rysanek delivers a ferocious and deeply committed Tosca, refusing to hold back vocally or dramatically. Plácido Domingo, captured here in his absolute prime, is magnificent as Cavaradossi—his rendition of "E lucevan le stelle" so moving that even the typically reserved Viennese audience demanded an encore.
Theo Adam may seem an unusual choice for Scarpia, but he brings a surprising gravitas and a sinister nobility to the role that proves effective. The sound is excellent, though slightly muffled at times.
In Stereo
OD 11647-2
