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Puccini - La Rondine / Te Kanawa · Doningo · Nicolesco · Nucci · Rendall · L. Watson · G. Knight · LSO · Maazel
Giacomo Puccini, Lorin Maazel, London Symphony Orchestra
Puccini - La Rondine / Te Kanawa · Doningo · Nicolesco · Nucci · Rendall · L. Watson · G. Knight · LSO · Maazel
Genre: Classical
 
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A Puccini Gem
Kenneth Neill | 06/10/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)

"As with the Pappano version, one exhausts superlative on these two Rondines. The principals are marvelous, the sound is superb, although the Pappano version possibly profits from newer technology in the years between them, with the orchestral and vocal voices more distinct and separable in the Pappano. Gheorghiu and Alagna are just a bit more intimate and fresh, where Te Kanawa and Domingo more polished, but there is no way to choose between these two invaluable sets. A solid investment for anyones opera library."
Domingo and Te Kanawa , at the top of their game...
Kenneth Neill | Memphis, TN USA | 03/04/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)

"I have several recordings of La Rondine, undoubtedly Puccini's most underrated opera, but this one, just acquired, is far and away the best. The final duet ("Ma come puoi lasciarmi") is delivered with such power and majesty that you can practically "see" Domingo and Te Kanawa on stage. A real treat!"
Domingo and Te Kanawa connect beautifully.
Kenneth Neill | 08/16/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)

"This recording of Puccini's semi-popular opera is absolutely fantastic. Te Kanawa's pianissimo high notes in "Chi'il bel sogno di Doretta" are brilliantly done, showing she was able to fully master the difficult, yet beautiful, challenges of the role. Domingo's performance is, as usual, outstanding. Although the opera lacks any tenor arias, Domingo passionately and beautifully expresses his voice throughout the opera like no other (his opening to "Bevo al tuo fresco sorriso" is phenominal). Overall, this recording is a must-buy for the opera fan, especially for those who love Puccini's intimate melodies."