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Wagner: Der fliegende Holländer - Hotter, Ursuleac, Hann, Ostertag, Klarwein; C. Krauss. München, 1944
$9.95
Description:
When reflecting on the career of Hans Hotter, many think first of his iconic portrayals of Wotan in the Solti Ring Cycle. While those performances are justly celebrated, they were recorded slightly past his prime. This World War II-era performance, by contrast, captures him at the height of his vocal powers—his signature "woofiness" nowhere to be found. Viorica Ursuleac is a revelation as Senta, combining the impassioned intensity of Leonie Rysanek with the poise and sensitivity of Elisabeth Schwarzkopf. Under the baton of Clemens Krauss, the Bavarian State Opera Chorus and Orchestra deliver a performance of remarkable discipline and insight, balancing dramatic urgency with musical elegance.
In Mono
OD 12027-2
