Description:

Pros:

• If you are like me (i.e. not really a bel canto kind of guy) you need to listen to this performance. I found myself spellbound by the glory of the vocalism, and began to understand why bel canto became all the range in the 1960s.
• Spectacular seems too trite an adjective to describe Joan Sutherland. As Amina, she delivers warmth, agility, power, along with a sense of fun throughout the whole performance.
• Luciano Pavarotti brings charisma, and charm to the role of Rodolfo, along with stunning vocalism.
• Elizabeth Harwood manages to stand out as Lisa.
• Highly recommended for anyone who is curious what the fuss is all about when it comes to bel canto.

Cons:

• The sound is a little distant.

In Mono

BONUS:
Joan Sutherland sings arias from Norma and I Puritani.

OD 11806-2