Mendelssohn : A Midsummer Night's Dream & The First Walpurgis Night

After playing this in the pit orchestra for the San Diego City ballet, I just had to have a recording of this gorgeous ballet music. Boston and Seiji do a stupendous job bringing the magic alive on this CD, stirring up images of the mischevious Puck and graceful faeries. Judi Dench does excellent narration with clear, perfect diction. Battle's sweet and sparkling soprano is complemented by von Stade's deeper and equally beautiful mezzo, even though they are only featured during the No. 3 Song with Chorus. Fun, light-hearted music and a great addition to any classical collection.