Peter Grimes - Benjamin Britten
The definitive recording, conducted by the composer, and with Sir Peter Pears in the title role written for him.
Royal Opera House Covent Garden Chorus, Royal Opera House Covent Garden Orchestra, conducted by Benjamin Britten, 1958.
Cast: Sir Peter Pears (Peter Grimes), Claire Watson (Ellen Orford), James Pease (Captain Balstrode), Jean Watson (Auntie).
Decca 414 577-2
Also included in the boxed set:
Britten Operas 1