Mozart: Die Zauberflöte - DVD

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Mozart: Die Zauberflöte (OA1066D) (2011)<br /> <br /> Saimir Pirgu (Tamino); Genia Kühmeier (Pamina); Alex Esposito (Papageno); Ailish Tynan (Papagena); Günther Groissböck (Sarasto); Albina Shagimuratova (Queen of the Night); Orchestra & Chorus of La Scala; Roland Böer<br /> <br /> From the Queen of the Night's vocal pyrotechnics to Papageno's chirpy birdsongs, The Magic Flute is one of Mozart's most charming and engaging operas. However, its fairytale surface conceals the mysteries of an initiation ritual and a multi-layered plot, packed with allegories to fire up the imagination.<br /> <br /> This celebrated production by artist William Kentridge joyfully bursts onto the stage of Teatro alla Scala in Milan, featuring the dazzling Russian coloratura Albina Shagimuratova as the Queen of the Night, and Italian bass Alex Esposito as Papageno, one of the most sought-after artists of his generation. <br /> <br /> "...this is a fascinating take on the work that Flute aficionados will appreciate for plenty of reasons." (International Record Review)<br /> <br /> "Don't miss this visually enchanting and thought-provoking treat." (Gramophone)<br /> <br /> "More moving and enchanting than any other 'Magic Flute'." (BBC Music Magazine)