Monteverdi: L'Orfeo - DVD

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Monteverdi: L'Orfeo (OA0843D) (2002)<br /> <br /> Montserrat Figueras (La Musica); Furio Zanasi (Orfeo); Arianna Savall (Euridice); Sara Mingardo (Messaggiera); Le Concert des Nations; La Capella Reial de Catalunya; Jordi Savall<br /> <br /> Jordi Savall directs Le Concert des Nations, La Capella Reial de Catalunya and the leading soloists of early opera in a beautiful period production of Monteverdi’s favola in musica staged at Barcelona’s Gran Teatre del Liceu in 2002. Gilbert Deflo’s stage direction reflects the sublime art and imagery found in Mantua’s Palazzo Ducale, with its famous Hall of Mirrors, where the opera was first performed in 1607. Filmed in High Definition.<br /> <br /> "...striking Spanish setting..." (The Independent)<br /> <br /> "...a sumptuous and original production...The cast is strong throughout...Gilbert Deflo givesa fascinating talk about the background of his stunning production..." (The Opera Critic)<br /> <br /> "...riveting and magnificent staging...the very acme of authenticity...a memorable result that I recommend unreservedly." (Opera)