The psychological intensity, vocal authority, and sheer dramatic truth of this scene are absolutely electrifying — it remains one of the most powerful bass performances I know.
A favorite bass performance from William Guanbo Su
This performance was introduced to me by Norman Treigle’s granddaughter —very fine mezzo-soprano Emily Treigle; while I was preparing the role of Olin Blitch, and it completely changed my understanding of the character.
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