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Title: Sad decline
Review: Compared to the earlier DG disc in the same repertoire, and evaluated on an absolute standard of vocalism and style, this disc marks a serious decline in Terfel's voice -- frayed, pale lower notes, and lunging high notes (yikes, sad to say!) For artistry in the same repertoire, looks elsewhere. Terfel fans, beware...the glory days are over. It's all quite tired -- he needs a serious break to nurture his voice and enthusiasm.
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