That Pavarotti/Freni recording from early in their careers is IMO the best Boheme (I know, I know - many prefer the Bjoerling/de los Angeles - but I prefer Pavarotti's exuberance to Bjoerling's restraint). Their chemistry, having known each other for so long, is terrific. And always -- always -- I get chill bumps at "Couragio -- Mimi! Mimi! Mimi!" in the last act. Puccini remains in the repertoire when so many of his peers languish because he could do this to listeners.
Thank you for a fresh take on a golden chestnut.
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That Pavarotti/Freni recording from early in their careers is IMO the best Boheme (I know, I know - many prefer the Bjoerling/de los Angeles - but I prefer Pavarotti's exuberance to Bjoerling's restraint). Their chemistry, having known each other for so long, is terrific. And always -- always -- I get chill bumps at "Couragio -- Mimi! Mimi! Mimi!" in the last act. Puccini remains in the repertoire when so many of his peers languish because he could do this to listeners.
Wonderful choice, really enjoyed hearing and watching Pavarotti
Wonderful write up. Thank you
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