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Oedipus Rex
George Shirley's lyrical yet imposing tenor proves a perfect fit for the role of Oedipus, capturing both the vulnerability and authority required by the part. Frances Bible brings a captivating blend of glamor and menace to Jocasta, her voice carving out the character's tragic arc with poise and intensity. The musical drama unfolds with gripping immediacy.
The chorus, which plays a central role in this work, unfortunately falls short. It sounds as though the ensemble lacks the numbers needed to deliver the kind of sonic impact Stravinsky's score demands.
Track List
1. Dialogue
2. Kaedit nos pestis, Theba peste moritur
3. Liberi, vos liberabo
4. Respondit deus
5. Non reperias vetus scelus
6. Delie, exspectamus
2. Kaedit nos pestis, Theba peste moritur
3. Liberi, vos liberabo
4. Respondit deus
5. Non reperias vetus scelus
6. Delie, exspectamus
7. Gloria! Gloria! Gloria!
8. Nonn' erubeskite, reges
9. Pavesco subito, Jocasta
10. Adest omniscius pastor
11. Divum Jocastae caput mortuum!
8. Nonn' erubeskite, reges
9. Pavesco subito, Jocasta
10. Adest omniscius pastor
11. Divum Jocastae caput mortuum!
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Excellent Performance in Very Good Sound!
Stravinsky's Oedipus Rex is not for everyone, but this performance makes a fantastic case for it. From the names of the singers I would guess this is connected with the NYCO - did they stage it? Shirley had a fine lyric, later more spinto voice, and he is superb in the title role, handling Stravinsky's difficult intervals and challenging rhythmic patterns with aplomb. He has no difficulties with the role's occasional coloratura. Bible shows again what a fine mezzo she was. She probably would've been better known had she sung across the plaza at the Met (she turned Bing down several times and he lost interest). The smaller roles are sung by up-and-coming talents like Malcolm Smith, John Stewart, and Michael Devlin (who may still be singing!). Robert Trehy provides clear narration. Andy is a choral director himself and is critical of the chorus; they certainly participate in the drama. Rudel shows yet again he could conduct just about anything well.Good sound. Occasionally the solo voices are covered by the orchestra, but this may well reflect what was heard in the house.
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