Gorgeous singing!
Philip Chase | Florida, USA | 10/30/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Admittedly I'm swayed by the fact that this was the very first recording of Bizet's gorgeous work which I bought on vinyl in the early '60's but my heart still pounds with joy each time I listen to it. Caveat emptor: this is not the revised & restored version of The Pearl Fishers, it is a recording of the standard performing edition of that era with some "creative" additions by other composers. Also, it is mono. But it's a true example of French performing style! For what it's worth the arias, duets, and ensembles in this particular recording have given me immense pleasure for some 46 years. Highly recommended!"