Der Rosenkavalier: Presentation of the Rose [in English] Barstow, Masterson (1975) [SUBS]

Charles Mackerras, English National Opera Orchestra
(Recorded 1st February, 1975, London Coliseum)
Octavian - Josephine Barstow
Sophie - Valerie Masterson
The production was by John Copley. The stage designs and costumes were by David Walker. The English translation was by Alfred Kalisch.
The complete performance can be found here:
• Strauss: Der Rosenkava...
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"Der Rosenkavalier" ("The Knight of the Rose") is a comic opera in three acts by Richard Strauss, with a German libretto by Hugo von Hofmannsthal. It was first performed at the Royal Opera House in Dresden on 26th January, 1911.

[@Tenortalker]

It is so important that this recording has been preserved and shared here. Two of the finest artistes of their time Barstow and Masterson. Both had exceptional achievements in their long careers. Sophie was one of Valerie Masterson's finest roles.

[@Yves_Ka]

Heavenly - the voices blend so incredibly

[@barneswriter]

The fabulous Valerie

[@junefun55]

Remember these voices filled the huge space of the Coliseum

[@mrrkdino]

Valerie Masterson was the perfect Sophie. Such a beautiful; performance.

[@peterglancy3359]

Valerie Masterson a beautiful voice and a beautiful person. Exquisite!

[@richardbates9914]

Oh! that I could go back to 1975, and this magical production. I saw it at every revival, sometimes twice.

[@junefun55]

Oh how divine and the Marchellin was Anne Evans. It was truly magical. David Walker Costumes. Thank you for sharing. X

[@kiwiscouse]

This is such a treat! What a wonderful and rare recording; I just love it!!

[@ktrewin23]

Many thanks for uploading. However did you get it? Masterson and Barstow!