A favorite mezzo performance from DC K

Most stunning mezzo performance in the premiere of an opera at the Met.

Shirley Verrett not only sings Cassandra, but then assumes Dido due to Ludwig’s absence. I’ve never experienced anything so great, especially due to the pressure on Verrett.

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