HANDEL

 

Tamerlano (Opera)

 

Nicholas Spanos, Mata Katsuli, Mary-Ellen Nesi, Tassis Christoyannis, Irina Karaianni, Petros Magoulas

Orchestra of Patras / George Petrou

 

This release continues the highly acclaimed series of Handel operas on MDG. Performed by a cast of distinguished Handelian singers and conducted by George Petrou, this promises to be a very welcome addition to the catalogue. This is the first recording of the version dated 1724 and is played on period instruments.

 

“Christoyannis is exceptional in the tenor-baritone role of the imprisoned emperor - dark-toned, stylish and devastating in the ever-astonishing suicide scene. No Handelian should miss this majestic, harrowingPerformance.” Hugh Canning, Sunday Times, 21st October 2007

 

“…..I have nothing but praise for George Petrou and his period-instrument orchestra. Just to hear the swelling on a sustained bass note (in the Overture and Tamerlano’s second aria) is to be reassured that all will be well. All is indeed well and this recording is a most rewarding surprise.” Editor’s Choice, Gramophone, February 2008

 

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