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From Verdi's Il Trovatore. Sung in English.

Bought this for 50 cents yesterday. Casually threw it on when I got home, and was mightily impressed with Harry Macdonough's handling of this music, Elsie Stevenson is pretty good too, but this is one for the Macdonough fans.

Recorded in 1908.



PLAY

This is indeed quite nice. While I have never been much of an opera buff, I am a long-time Harry Macdonough fan. The selection showcases his powerful voice very favorably.



Rocky

I'm glad I spotted this as I have never heard a vocal version of this great song. That is fantastic and thanks for posting...that was a great bargain for only 50c! Nice transfer BTW.

Before today I had only heard a cornet solo version by Seargeant Leggett...which I have loved for years now. Listening to my transfer again...I really need to have another attempt! so apologies for the ropy sound!

Trovatore-Miserere - Seargent Leggett

RJ

I think all the major companies made English versions of this piece as it was such a popular selection at the time. Too bad todays world isn't more educated on the wonders of great music. Sadly they aren't. I have this in latter victor versions as well as Edison Disc in English also.