Rosa Ponselle as Norma [better sound]: Casta diva • Mira, o Norma - duet with Marion Telva (Bellini)

Listen to the Act I recitative and aria (“Sediziose voci... Casta diva“) and the famous Act III duet (“Mira, o Norma... Sì, fio all’ore) in the rich and imposing voice of young Rosa Ponselle (1927), in one of her most celebrated roles, and the creamy and clear voice of mezzo-soprano Marion Telva. With a cleaner and ampler recording sound, the vibrant, expressive colors of Ponselle’s unique timbre come through wonderfully. 1. Sediziose voci [0:00] 2. Casta diva [1:37] 3. Mira, o Norma [4:45] 4. Cedi, deh! Cedi!... Sì, fino all’ore [8:51]