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Title: Il Barbiere di Siviglia
Review: After purchase of a disappointing version of Rossini's Barber, I heard this recording. Historically definitive, we are fortunate to have this excellent version available.What is so great? The Philharmonia Orchestra, Luigi Avla as Almaviva, Callas as Rosina, and Gobbi as the Barber, along with the chorus, all brilliantly capture the Italian flavor of Rossini's genius. The EMI sound quality is perfect! One may listen over and over just to hear Luigi Alva's splendid interpretation. Quite funny as well!
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