White Horse Opera

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Forget the superannuated Three Tenors; Ben Heppner, with his huge voice, tonal brilliance, and interpretive sensitivity, is a 1990s throwback to the greats of the past. In this repertory, he’s king of the hill. The recital’s delights begin with a golden-voiced, 40-minute Wagner set chockfull of vocal thrills, made all the more compelling by Heppner’s rhythmic mastery and discreet rubato. You expect excitement from a tenor with his ringing top, but just as impressive is the d… More >>

Ben Heppner – German Romantic Opera

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This 1993 recording of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera is an interesting item. It stars Claire Moore, who took over the Christine role from Sarah Brightman in the London production, and Ethan Freeman, who played the title role in Vienna in 1988, joined the London cast as M. Andre in 1991, then took over as the Phantom in 1994 and played opposite Moore for a time. Popular Scottish singer John Barrowman plays Raoul, a role he has played on stage. It’s a good recordi… More >>

Songs From Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom Of The Opera, With Bonus Songs From Sunset Boulevard

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Filmed at New York’s Metropolitan Opera, John Copley’s production of Rossini’s last, longest and most elaborate work for the Italian stage brings together what many consider the definitive contemporary cast, led by Marilyn Horne and June Anderson. Semiramide, a strong and melodious work, is one of Rossini’s greatest dramatic operas, offering a fine challenge to the superb contralto and soprano bel canto singing of Ms. Horne and Ms. Anderson. Sanford Olsen, Samuel Ramey, Mar… More >>

Rossini – Semiramide / Conlon, Anderson, Horne, Metropolitan Opera