Emmanuelle Haïm, Le Concert d'Astrée, European Voices - Henry Purcell: Dido and Aeneas (2003)
EAC | APE | Image (Cue & Log) ~ 265 Mb | Total time: 52:54 | Scans included
Classical | Label: Virgin Veritas | # 5 45604 2 | Recorded: 2003
EAC | APE | Image (Cue & Log) ~ 265 Mb | Total time: 52:54 | Scans included
Classical | Label: Virgin Veritas | # 5 45604 2 | Recorded: 2003
Despite its brevity, Purcell's Dido and Aeneas holds many charms for audience and performers alike, so it's no wonder that there has recently been something of a boomlet in recordings and reissues (certainly, it doesn't hurt that this mini-sized opera fits easily on one disc). This particular traversal is helmed by the rising young French conductor and harpsichordist Emmanuelle Haïm, whose snap and vigor in this repertoire is immensely appealing. Another real pleasure is getting to know the stylish Concert d'Astrée, whose poise and elegance is a welcome addition to the roster of Baroque ensembles.