Russell Oberlin, Handel Arias (DGG). Arias from Messiah, Israel in Egypt, Rodelinda, Radamisto, and Muzio Seevola, sung by the most perfect countertenor voice ever to be overheard by a microphone. Precious little of Oberlin’s priceless recorded legacy has made it to CD, and this amazing 1959 album is among the most glittering jewels (TT).
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