Resonant Prometheus

Kim Borg - Kim Borg: Essentials (2019)  Music

Posted by Fizzpop at July 23, 2019
Kim Borg - Kim Borg: Essentials (2019)

Kim Borg - Kim Borg: Essentials (2019)
WEB FLAC (Tracks) 538 MB | Cover | 2:15:16 | MP3 CBR 320 kbps | 310 MB
Classical | Label: Deutsche Grammophon

An elegant artist with a firm, though not particularly large bass baritone, Kim Borg was heard most effectively in recital. His Metropolitan Opera debut appearances as Count Almaviva did not show him to advantage, for the best part of his voice lay somewhat lower and, when pushed for volume, the instrument could take on a brittle quality. In the smaller houses of Europe and on the concert stage, however, he was a commanding presence. His singing of the song literature, including the songs of Sibelius, was authoritative and finely nuanced and the frequent inclusion of one of Sarastro's arias demonstrated his resonant lower register and unfailing legato. Borg was also a composer of some note, having written two symphonies, a contemporary setting of the Stabat Mater, some chamber music, and a number of songs.