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Title: classic Manon Lescaut
Review: Licia Albanese did not possess the most beautifulvoice, but she had a very individual sound, warmand penetrating, and she was a highly expressivesinger. Her Manon is riveting, from girlishinnocence to manipulative seductress, the depor-tion and death scenes are supremely moving.Fortunately she has an excellent cast to supporther. Jussi Bjorling is in glorious voice, singingsuperbly, and is totally immersed in the characterof des Grieux. Robert Merrill and Franco Calabreseare in top form, vocally and drammatically. Wellrecorded and expertly conducted by Ionel Perlea.All in all a very rousing set. A classic indeed.
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