Marilyn Horne, Henry Lewis – Arias From French Operas (LP, Stereo, 1968, London Records OS 26064, Canadian Issue with UK Pressing)

Why This Record Matters
This recital showcases the extraordinary mezzo-soprano Marilyn Horne in a program of beloved French opera arias by Massenet, Thomas, Bizet, and Saint-Saëns. Accompanied by the Vienna Opera Orchestra under Henry Lewis, the recording highlights Horne's remarkable vocal range, expressive phrasing, and command of the French operatic repertoire.

Collector Note
1968 Canadian issue on London Records with a sleeve printed in Canada and a record manufactured in England using London's renowned ffrr (Full Frequency Range Recording) process. Complete copies with the original inner sleeve are desirable among collectors of vintage London and Decca classical recordings.

Availability
Single copy available—once it's gone, it's gone.

Condition & Details
Media: VG+
Sleeve: VG+
Original inner sleeve included.

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Stereo
Label: London Records – OS 26064 / OS.26064
Country: Canada (record manufactured in England)
Released: 1968
Genre: Classical, Stage & Screen
Style: Romantic, Opera

Matrix / Runout
Side A: ZAL-8188-6G
Side B: ZAL-8189-4G

Tracklist

Werther
A1 Air Des Lettres – Werther! Werther!
A2 Va! Laisse Couler Mes Larmes

Mignon
A3 Connais-Tu Le Pays?
A4 Gavotte – C'Est Moi...Me Voici Dans Son Boudoir
A5 Elle Est Là! Près De Lui!

Carmen
B1 Habañera – L'Amour Est Un Oiseau Rebelle
B2 Seguidilla – Près Des Remparts De Séville

Samson Et Dalila
B3 Printemps Qui Commence
B4 Mon Cœur S'Ouvre

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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