Strauss (Johann): Die Fledermaus (In English) - A. Evans, Masterson, Jenkins, Brecknock, Opie, Hood; Mackerras. London, 1975

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This sparkling performance of Die Fledermaus would rival any you could ever hope to hear in Vienna.
The English translation used in this performance is excellent, and the diction of the leads is crystal-clear. During the dialogue scenes you could easily convince yourself that you were listening to a play in the West End.
As Rosalinde, Anne Evans delivers a tour-de-force performance complete with bravura coloratura and fearless high notes.
Valerie Masterson's Adele exudes charm.
Perhaps the real star of the evening is Charles Mackerras who delivers a performance that is steeped in Viennese nuance yet still manages to feel organic and free. He is aided by a pit band that is nothing short of first rate.