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Title: An old favorite
Review: Besides the obvious attraction of the music, I have to comment on the recorded sound. The sound is early DG stereo; very bright and well defined. Another review said that this is the sound of Bayreuth. I would not be surprised, because it's not a "complete opera" type sound portrait, with orchestra and singers spread out over a ballroom. You can visualize an actual stage and pit.Obviously a real opera orchestra, with fewer strings, and brass closly balanced. Much more like one would hear in the opera house. The choir is internally very well balanced, with the individual lines very clear. Pitz has everyone on their toes, and truly engaged.I had the LP of this recording, and I always keep the CD at hand. Great choral singing!
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