LES CONTES D'HOFFMANN

Chorus and Orchestra of the Metropolitan Opera (23 Janurary 1937)

Maison, Bovy, Tibbett, Bada

Others / Abravanel

RE-MASTERED FROM NEW SOURCE

Re-mastered from superior sonic sources, this memorable broadcast in good sound offers Lawrence Tibbett in the role of the four villains and Vina Bovy as the three women in his life. This tour-de-force startled and delighted audiences of its day and this Guild release recreates the occasion with striking immediacy. The booklet offers articles on the performances, the vocal artists, the composer and the work as well as broadcast commentary and curtain calls. As such, this is the ultimate edition for connoisseurs of this important era.