Handel: Tamerlano (CD, Jul-1991, 3 Discs, Erato (USA)) 3 CD Set New Sealed

Description: THIS IS A CD BOX SET This is the Erato (USA) 3 CD Box Set Edition of: "Handel: Tamerlano" This live recording from the late 1980s is one of the most atmospheric of Handel recordings, and probably one of the best that John Eliot Gardiner has made thus far. Handel's Tamerlano, one of the triumvirate of outstanding operas from the mid 1720s (alongside Giulio Cesare and Rodelinda), has been recorded three times since the late 70s, but this is probably the best. Malgoire's recording made a hash of the libretto and had an order that made little sense as to the performance Handel would have recognized. There are problems with the more recent recording of Trevor Pinnock for the same reasons and, although Gardiner's is not the definitive recording either, it comfortably out-does its rivals. The main plus point here is some wonderful singing from Derek Lee Ragin (Tamerlano) and Michael Chance (Andronico) in the two alto castrato roles. For Handel buffs, this cd set sees only the second recording, so far as I know, of the only duet Handel wrote for castrato 'Coronata di giglie e di rose'. Their wonderful interplay and ornamentation is spectacular. If you want a first introduction to Handel opera, don't let the price or length of the opera put you off. Any serious Handelian will want this in their collection. Highly recommended. 3 CD Set is still sealed in near mint condition (minimal shelf wear) Photos are stock. Media Mail shipping includes Delivery Confirmation.

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