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4.0 out of 5 stars
Compilation over many years:, November 8, 2006
This review is from: Moments of Passion (Audio CD)
I'm not giving this 5 stars because it is more recycled performances of arias which are fine but not the best performances of the recordings available. I didn't care for Placi's composition for World Cup anymore than I'm nuts about any of Placi's other compositions for his father. It's ok but just not a great recording. After collecting hundreds of his recordings, there are better compiliations available with better performances. However, if you want to have a smattering of Domingo arias, this is ok but try a few of the earlier versions for a better variety as well as better performances of each of the arias on this disc. I guess the biggest problem is a lack of new recordings of arias from Placido now that his voice is, perhaps the lowest and the richest in his career. I am amazed that he can still manage the high notes as well as ever on a good day when he isn't tired but the natural baritone richness in the voice is a very pleasant sound and I'd like to see a new recording of the old favorites for which he is known. The mature Domingo is as good as the Domingo we are used to hearing. This disc is a very superficial overview of his career.
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