Recordings
Pinned posts
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WAGNER: Der Ring des Nibelungen
WAGNER: Der Ring des Nibelungen
A Thinking Person's Ring.
Stefan Herheim’s provocative production is intellectually elaborate and emotionally complex.
Recording posts
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Cyrille Dubois: The Sphere of Intimacy
Cyrille Dubois: The Sphere of Intimacy
“Early and little-known pieces by François Couperin receive expert treatment in this beautifully crafted recital.”
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MOZART: La Clemenza di Tito
MOZART: La Clemenza di Tito
“A labor of love and a testament to artistic determination. It’s a young, enthusiastic performance, enjoyable on its own merits.”
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Maria Callas: Live in Copenhagen
Maria Callas: Live in Copenhagen
“There are some riches here, and the sound is excellent, providing a rare, faithful idea of the voice in a hall.”
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VERDI: Rigoletto
VERDI: Rigoletto
“A large elevated frame serves symbolically as a window into the Duke’s libido and his transgressions. It’s a neat directorial concept.”
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BABBITT: Works for Treble Voice and Piano
BABBITT: Works for Treble Voice and Piano
“A landmark collection rendered with astonishing mastery and musicianship.”
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Lena Belkina: Passion for Ukraine
Lena Belkina: Passion for Ukraine
“A broken-hearted love song to Ukrainian music, full of seismic intensity, unfathomable grief and endless love.”
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ROSSINI: Messa di Gloria
ROSSINI: Messa di Gloria
“Antonio Pappano’s theatrical approach makes this the go-to recording of this enjoyable work.”
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RIMSKY-KORSAKOV: Christmas Eve
RIMSKY-KORSAKOV: Christmas Eve
“It features a lush, spirited score and a charming libretto, and Christof Loy’s production enlivens it with sparkling modernity and a light hand.”
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DESSAU: Lanzelot
DESSAU: Lanzelot
“This political satire is a daring outcry against totalitarianism from within East Germany. Over the past fifty years, it’s retained its bite.”