Was Toscanini the definitive Verdi conductor of the age of recorded sound? His conducting debut, aged 19, was Verdi's Aida. He played cello in the world première of Otello. He met with Verdi and discussed the finer points of interpretation with him. So - perhaps...
Toscanini's 1950 NBC production of Falsaff has been a beloved recording for over 73 years. This week we bring to it the full Pristine Ambient Stereo XR treatment - it sounds so good you won't believe your ears! An unmissable operatic experience.
MAHLER PROMOTION: From Friday 7 July until Friday 14 July, get 10% off all our recordings of music by Mahler as we mark his 163rd birthday this week. The automatic discount is applied at the checkout.