Georges Bizet – The Pearl Fishers (Les Pêcheurs de Perles) – Highlights
Vintage classical opera vinyl LP featuring selected highlights from Georges Bizet's celebrated opera The Pearl Fishers.
An attractive early Philips Minigroove pressing with the distinctive maroon record label and original illustrated picture sleeve.
Featured performers:
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Pierrette Alarie – Soprano (Leïla)
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René Bianco – Baritone (Zurga)
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Léopold Simoneau – Tenor (Nadir)
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Xavier Depraz – Bass (Nourabad)
Performed by the Lamoureux Orchestra, Paris, and Elisabeth Brasseur Choir, conducted by Jean Fournet.
Record details:
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Composer: Georges Bizet
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Title: The Pearl Fishers – Highlights
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Label: Philips Minigroove
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Catalogue Number: ABL 3255
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Format: 12-inch vinyl LP
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Speed: 33⅓ RPM
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Recording: Mono
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Genre: Classical / Opera
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Era: Vintage, believed 1950s
Includes selections from Acts I and II, featuring the beautiful vocal performances and orchestral arrangements for which this opera is renowned.
Condition: Pre-owned vintage record. Vinyl retains a glossy appearance with some light visible surface marks. Original picture sleeve shows age-related discolouration, light edge and corner wear, and a small handwritten marking on the reverse.
Record has not been playback tested.
A lovely collectible for admirers of classical opera, historic recordings and early Philips vinyl pressings.
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