in Classical Music (Apr, 2017)
Gardiner’s Mendelssohn series continues with a sparkling anniversary performance of the composer’s Shakespearean masterpiece. He secures remarkable crisp, lithe playing – some pianissimos are simply breathtaking – and restores a handful of cuts to the familiar performance version. His choral stalwarts are on top form, as are three impressive young actors from the GSMD – their contributions are genuinely enjoyable, making this a most winning (and beautifully recorded, especially in HD) new version. …
Mendelssohn: A Midsummer Night’s Dream – Monteverdi Choir
A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Op. 21: Overture
A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Op. 61, Incidental music
Monteverdi Choir, London Symphony Orchestra, John Eliot Gardiner
Reference: 0000795LSO
Barcode: 0822231179528
Length: 0:55:03
Label: LSO Live
Format: 2 SACD Hybrid
Release date: 10/2/2017
UGS : 0822231179528
Catégories : Classical, Diapason d'or, Our favorites, SACD
20,60€
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