The incomparable strings of the Vienna Philharmonic and the airborne singing of the Vienna State Opera Chorus are just two highlights of this memorable recording of Schubert’s Incidental Music for ‘Rosamunde’. It is here released for the first time on CD.
FRANZ SCHUBERT
Overture: Die Zauberharfe, D644
Rosamunde – complete incidental music, D797
Rohanzig Yachmi, contralto
Vienna State Opera Chorus
Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra
Karl Münchinger
‘glows with an affectionate warmth… one of Munchinger’s very best records… the VPO is at its magnificent best’ ***Penguin Guide to CDs (2000 Yearbook)
‘a fresh vital performance… the sound is bright, clear and full… Irresistible’ ClassicsToday.com
‘one of [Münchinger’s] very best records…unforced spontaneity, as well as strength…’ *** Penguin Guide