Description:

Norman Bailey brings both power and warmth to the title role, delivering fire and brimstone without sacrificing the beauty of his baritone. The true standout of this performance, however, is Gwyneth Jones as Senta. She strikes a remarkable balance between fearless, thrilling vocalism and the delicate singing more often associated with roles like Leonore in Fidelio or Leonora in Il Trovatore.

The sound is slightly muffled, which makes the English translation harder to follow at times, but thankfully the exceptional quality of the voices still shines through.

BONUS:
Gwyneth Jones sings "Ch'io mi scordi di te... Non temer, amato bene" by Mozart

In Mono

OD 11848-2