This recording belongs to the oft Carmen recordings described as reference. Personally, I listened the first time to it years ago, while some friends of mine were studying it for a student representation a few years ago. The cast has a bunch of great names of the time, who were all well known as being…
Carmen. Yes, it is undoubtedly one of the biggest hits in the operatic world. In my view, it’s a fascinating opera—a blend of passion, social commentary, and great music filled with memorable melodies. It feels very close to us: human beings driven by emotions and impulses, trying to navigate their principles. Ultimately, even though it…
I discovered this recording as a child through Björling, a singer I like very much, at a time when LPs dominated the market. Together with de los Ángeles, Merrill, and Beecham, it sounded like a dream version of ‘La Bohème’…