AboutMike Leone Expertise I have a special affinity for Italian opera, but I also have a lot of experience with French and German opera. I know somewhat less about opera from countries other than these, although there are some exceptions. My main area of interest is the period 1775-1925, although there are a few baroque and modern works that I love.
Experience I've been listening to opera since 1963 and have amassed a large collection of recorded opera during those years. My interest here spans the entire history of recorded opera, going back to its very earliest days.
Publications I have published a couple of lengthy reviews and a tribute to Mario del Monaco in Immortal Performances, have had some letters appear in Fanfare and have several reviews on amazon.com.
Education/Credentials B.A., University of Maryland 1973, M.A., University of Texas 1975, J.D., University of Houston 1998 (none of these degrees are in music).
Question Hello, I am Waqar Ali from Pakistan,
i writing to request information about Puccini - Turandot.
I wanna order the Original opera drama Cd of complete Puccini's Turandot. i wanna see Puccini's Turandot. & In this matter i go to amazon.com, but i don't understand which is best one. 'Cause there are lot of options are available.
Please help me to find one of the best, or tell me what to do, or guide me correctly.
thank you
Waqar Ali Sial
Pakistan
Answer Hi Waqar--
Turandot has had a very fortunate recording history. Still, here are the recordings that I think are the best:
