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Kathleen Ferrier

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Kathleen Ferrier, one of the greatest singers of the 20th century. Her recording of this St. Matthew Passion has gone down in history as a legendary performance. Although sessions for this DECCA recording began in 1947, perhaps because the work was considered far too ambitious for the timeor due to her contractual obligationsthe recording was not completed by the end of the year and was carried over until the following year. The performance, backed by meticulous preparation, is, of course, truly remarkable in its high level of perfection. Featuring conductor Jakesa leading authority on Baroque music at the timeand a full roster of Britains finest singers, this recording of Bach (16851750) not only conveys the composers spirit but will also serve as a treasure for listeners today.Naxos Japan