Hello,
This performance of Die Zauberflöte by W.A. Mozart introduced me to the entire Opera repertoire. My love for opera began with this performance of Die Zauberflöte. Never had I ever listened to an entire Opera before.
I still think this is one of the best performances of Die Zauberflöte regarding music and acting.
When you have the time, please give it a try! I loved it! I have to admit that the costumes are not very outstanding, but I liked them actually. It adds some humour to the acting, intended or not.
Conductor: Riccardo Muti.
Wiener Philharmoniker.
Sarastro: René Pape.
Tamino: Paul Groves.
Pamina: Genia Kühmeier.
Papageno: Christian Gerhaher.
Papagena: Irena Bespalovaite.
Königin der Nacht: Diana Damrau.