Laila Andersson-Palme, who sings Brünnhilde, describes Richard Wagner as a "singer's composer" who had a firm opinion about his entire work and understood the technical aspects of singing, creating music with a wonderful flow.
Interpretation
Francesco Cristofoli, the conductor, was praised by Laila Andersson-Palme for his understanding of the nuances and flow in Wagner's music, making it a pure pleasure to sing.
Interpretation
Laila Andersson-Palme, the soprano singing Brünnhilde, prefers classical stagings with proper floors and stylish, non-modern costumes, believing they allow for a better understanding of the story and character psychology.
Performer Biography
Elliot Palay, the tenor singing Siegfried, secured a place in opera history by becoming the youngest man, at age twenty-five, to embody the character of Tristan, both vocally and dramatically.
Recording & Production
This recording of Richard Wagner's "Götterdämmerung" was made possible by a generous gift of a tape recording of the complete Ring Cycle to the singers.
Performer Biography
Laila Andersson-Palme, the soprano on this album, sang 100 different roles at the Stockholm Opera during her 32 years there, a record considered highly unusual.
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