Erich Wolfgang Korngold – Die Kathrin 3CD Opera Set Martyn Brabbins BBC cpo 1998

Rare complete 3CD opera recording of Die Kathrin, Op. 28 by Erich Wolfgang Korngold (1897–1957), released by cpo (Classic Produktion Osnabrück) in 1998 (Cat. No. 999 602-2). This acclaimed live performance was recorded at Studio 1, Maida Vale, London on November 23, 1997, featuring the BBC Concert Orchestra conducted by Martyn Brabbins, with the BBC Singers and a distinguished cast: Melanie Diener (Kathrin), David Rendall (François), Robert Hayward (Malignac), Lillian Watson (Chou-Chou), and Della Jones (Monique). • Condition: Ex-library set. Discs show light wear consistent with library use; Disc 2 has a crack near the hub, untested (see photos). Each disc has “WPL KOR” written on the hub. Plays through. Booklet and case show light handling and library labels. Details • Title: Die Kathrin (Opera in Three Acts, Op. 28) • Composer: Erich Wolfgang Korngold (1897–1957) • Libretto: Ernst Decsey • Label: cpo (Classic Produktion Osnabrück) • Catalog Number: 999 602-2 • Barcode (EAN): 761203960224 • Year of Release: 1998 • Country of Manufacture: Germany • Recording Date: November 23, 1997 • Recording Location: Studio 1, Maida Vale, London • Format: 3 × CD, Digital Recording (DDD), Stereo • Genre: Classical / Opera • Subgenre: 20th Century Opera, German Opera • Conductor: Martyn Brabbins