Schubert's "Ave Maria" - Two wonderful performances from another age.

Posted by: George J on 06 February 2015

Firsty, Elisabeth Schumann with a small orchestra in Vienna:

And secondly Kirsten Flagstad with Edwin McArthur accompanying on piano - also from a 78 recording:

These are my two favourite Sopranos, and both bring something special to the song. I would hate to have to choose!

ATB from George

Posted on: 07 February 2015 by Bunbury

I'd also find it difficult to choose, but Schumann had a charming sweet voice.

Posted on: 07 February 2015 by George J

I agree that Schumann has a charming nature, and this shows in her beautiful singing.

But there is an inner strength in Flagstsd's performance that is just as compelling for me.

ATB from George