Berlioz – La Damnation de Faust (Highlights)
Vintage 1973 UK stereo vinyl LP featuring highlights from Hector Berlioz's dramatic masterpiece La Damnation de Faust.
Performed by the Paris Opera Orchestra and Chorus, conducted by André Cluytens, with acclaimed soloists Nicolai Gedda, Rita Gorr and Gérard Souzay.
Record details:
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Composer: Hector Berlioz
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Title: La Damnation de Faust (Highlights)
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Label: Classics for Pleasure / EMI
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Catalogue Number: CFP 40039
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Release Year: 1973
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Format: 12-inch stereo vinyl LP
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Speed: 33⅓ RPM
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Country: United Kingdom
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Original recording copyright: 1960
Featured performers:
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Nicolai Gedda – Tenor
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Rita Gorr – Soprano
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Gérard Souzay – Baritone
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Paris Opera Orchestra and Chorus
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André Cluytens – Conductor
Includes selections such as the Hungarian March, Dance of the Sylphs, Song of the Flea and other memorable passages from the work.
Features distinctive illustrated sleeve artwork reproduced from Harry Clarke's illustrations for Goethe's Faust.
Condition: Pre-owned vintage record. Vinyl displays some light surface marks consistent with age and handling. Original picture sleeve has age-related discolouration, minor corner and edge wear, and some marks to the reverse. Playback has not been tested.
An attractive vintage classical recording for collectors of opera, Berlioz and historic orchestral performances.
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