Curlew River - Benjamin Britten
Information about the opera Curlew River by Benjamin Britten, and the best recordings available on CD or DVD, or for download.
One of the three Parables for Church Performances, which also include The Burning Fiery Furnace and The Prodigal Son. It is based on a Japanese Noh play, relocated to East Anglia, England.
Recommended recordings on CD
Angus/Milhofer/Hughes-Jones (Koch Schwann 313972)
Seems to be the only version currently available.
Guildhall Chamber Choir, Guildhall Chamber Ensemble, conducted by David Angus.
Cast: Mark Milhofer (Madwoman), Gywn Hughes-Jones (Ferryman).
Koch Schwann 313972