To a degree unusual even for opera singers, Victoria de los Angeles was loved by her fans. Not loved with the fierce passion of Maria Callas' fans or loved with the idealized worship of Elisabeth Schwarzkopf's fans, but loved as one loves a beloved spouse, with deep affection, constant amazement, and a compassionate sense of protection. There was a sweetness in de los Angeles' voice and a quickness in her vibrato, a humanity in her portrayals and a vulnerability in her characterizations, that made her seem immediately ...
Read More
To a degree unusual even for opera singers, Victoria de los Angeles was loved by her fans. Not loved with the fierce passion of Maria Callas' fans or loved with the idealized worship of Elisabeth Schwarzkopf's fans, but loved as one loves a beloved spouse, with deep affection, constant amazement, and a compassionate sense of protection. There was a sweetness in de los Angeles' voice and a quickness in her vibrato, a humanity in her portrayals and a vulnerability in her characterizations, that made her seem immediately lovable and many of the listeners fell for her and never got over it.This disc of French chansons by Ravel, Debussy, and Duparc is all about l'amour, and, for fans of de los Angeles, it'll be a postcard from Paris with a lipstick kiss as a signature. When they were released in '60s, her performances were criticized among a few Francophiles for her less than Parisian accent, but even they had to concede that de los Angeles' vowels were charming and her consonants were adorable. No one,...
Read Less
Add this copy of Victoria de los Angeles performs Ravel, Debussy & to cart. $23.69, poor condition, Sold by Movie Surplus rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Mobile, AL, UNITED STATES, published 2006 by EMI.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Claude Debussy; Henri Duparc; Maurice Ravel. Poor. Used-Acceptable, withdrawn library disc(s) with liner notes. Disc(s) should play great without any playback issues. Disc(s) & liner notes may contain typical library markings like stickers, protective label covers, & writing. Discs may be repackaged in library style casing. Back artwork & any other promo material not included.
Add this copy of Victoria De Los Angeles Performs Ravel, Debussy & to cart. $24.59, very good condition, Sold by HPB-Diamond rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2006 by EMI CLASSICS.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Providing great media since 1972. All used discs are inspected and guaranteed. Cases may show some wear. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of Victoria De Los Angeles Performs Ravel, Debussy & to cart. $27.69, good condition, Sold by Wonder Book - Member ABAA/ILAB rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Frederick, MD, UNITED STATES, published 2006 by EMI.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Good. Good condition. audioCD. Case Very Good. Writing on disc. Disc slightly scratched. Quality guaranteed! In original artwork/packaging unless otherwise noted.
Add this copy of Victoria De Los Angeles Performs Ravel, Debussy & to cart. $28.57, very good condition, Sold by PaceSetter Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Saint Charles, IL, UNITED STATES, published 2006 by EMI Classics.
