When one is so used to hearing (two of) these gems as pianos transcriptions, it is refreshing to hear the original source, especially when sung with the degree of character, sensitivity and beauty of tone heard here (and Zylis-Gara was around 60 at the time of recording!)
paulprocopolis Indeed, it is refreshing, particularly when they are sung so beautifully as you say, BUT it also made me realize again how masterful these piano arrangements of Liszt are, they fully deserve their popularity!
This is just exquisite.
When one is so used to hearing (two of) these gems as pianos transcriptions, it is refreshing to hear the original source, especially when sung with the degree of character, sensitivity and beauty of tone heard here (and Zylis-Gara was around 60 at the time of recording!)
paulprocopolis Indeed, it is refreshing, particularly when they are sung so beautifully as you say, BUT it also made me realize again how masterful these piano arrangements of Liszt are, they fully deserve their popularity!
pianopera Agreed!
Teresa Żylis-Gara is the only queen of polish singing.