Power of Love
THE RICHARD BONYNGE EDITION
Power of Love: Arias from British Operas
Deborah Riedel (Soprano), The Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra
Featuring golden-voiced soprano Deborah Riedel, a selection of rare 19th-century British lyric opera arias by Balfe, Sullivan and Wallace including many world- premiere recordings.
“Repertoire that will seduce you” Diapason (France)
“I strongly recommend it. It remains one of the most delightful and memorable vocal recordings I’ve heard in many years… Riedel’s voice is reminiscent of Dame Joan Sutherland’s voice at its best” Classical Music Guide (USA)
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“Any lover of Romantic opera should have this disc” Fanfare (US)
“This little gem” Sunday Herald Sun (Australia)
“Not another lot of arias?… this one is different, and quite delicious” The Australian (Australia)
“Riedel’s voice is a lustrous and lyrical instrument, with just enough dramatic edge” Adelaide Advertiser (Australia)
“Riedel’s voice is a pure pleasure, utterly secure with a creamy texture, a top that can float or ring without losing purity or focus, and dazzling coloratura... Bonynge’s accompaniments are lovingly executed, and Melba’s sound is clean and present. Performance and Sound: ”
AllMusic Guide (USA)
“Riedel is one of Australia’s most celebrated young sopranos, and with the authoritative conducting of Bonynge, this unusual repertoire is very enticing in the surround sound format” Elusive Disc (USA)
