The Kalevala
Other operas based on the Finnish book and epic poem, the Kalevala.
Kullervo - Aulis Sallinen
Information about the opera Kullervo by Aulis Sallinen, and the best recordings available on CD or DVD, or for download.
Based on the Kalevala, a book and epic poem compiled by the Finn Elias Lönnrot from Finnish and Karelian folklore.
Recommended recordings on CD
Söderblom/Hynninen/Salminen (Ondine ODE 780-2)
Excellent performances.
Finnish National Opera Chorus, Finnish National Opera Orchestra, conducted by Ulf Söderblom, 1992.
Cast: Jorma Hynninen (Kullervo), Matti Salminen (Kalervo).
Ondine ODE 780-2