German Romantic Opera: Arias By Weber, Wagner & Korngold

Author: Heppner, Ben

Release Date: 27-10-1998

Details: Amazon.ca Forget the superannuated Three Tenors; Ben Heppner, with his huge voice, tonal brilliance, and interpretive sensitivity, is a 1990s throwback to the greats of the past. In this repertory, he's king of the hill. The recital's delights begin with a golden-voiced, 40-minute Wagner set chockfull of vocal thrills, made all the more compelling by Heppner's rhythmic mastery and discreet rubato. You expect excitement from a tenor with his ringing top, but just as impressive is the delicate soft singing that makes the Korngold aria, to take but one of many examples, a moving experience. Good accompaniments. Slightly subpar engineering doesn't dim the attractions of this outstanding disc. --Dan Davis

UPC: 090266323920

EAN: 0090266323920

Languages: English

Binding: Audio CD

Item Condition: New