To anticipate commitments it: I'm actually not a fan of compilations and playlists. I hear operas prefer from beginning to end, even long drives. That is the spirit of the composition most suited - finally, the composer wanted to tell a story and the performances in the opera's also thought from beginning to end. The harmonious musical realization of scenic action, although by no means all succeeded - just in bel canto is indeed a lot of grandstanding have seized - but Verdi was a master. Many of the other composers of the time are therefore now known only to insiders. The compilation here is extremely successful. Yes, it is also a "greatet Hits". But the first place, is the thematically grouped - a CD to tenors and baritones, sopranos and mezzo too, too duets etc. This provides a slightly different angle - you can hear choirs, duets, ensembles, etc. successively and compare to understand , has as Verdi intended and implemented such a stylistic device. The second major difference is the extremely good quality of the selection. The CD is filled with photographs of the best Sängerinnnen and singers and even with the absolute highlights of the Verdian work. Among them are many historical recordings of extraordinary artistic quality. If you do not have the time or leisure to hear an entire opera at a time, it is right here. And if you listen to only enter in Verdi and wants to meet outstanding artists and their typical vocal color, you get very good start here. It should be clear that the sometimes quite old recordings not necessarily satisfy audiophile. Nevertheless, this is a publication that makes you happy. And the price is unbeatable for what is offered. Unconditional purchase recommendation!
