An inspired 1966 BSO performance of one of Berlioz’s greatest works establishes Charles Munch’s credentials as a supreme interpreter of Berlioz’s music. The distinguished soloists are Florence Kopleff, Theodor Uppman, John McCollum, and Donald Gramm. Complete text and English translation enclosed.
Hector BerliozL'Enfance du ChristSacred Trilogy for Solo Voices, Chorus and Orchestra, Op. 25Narrator and Centurion - John McCollumMary - Florence KopleffJoseph - Theodor UppmanPolydorus, Herod and Father of a Family - Donald GrammPolydorus (Part I, Scene 3) - Donald MeadersThe Harvard Glee Club and Radcliffe Choral SocietyElliot Forbes, directorBoston Symphony OrchestraCharles Munch, conductorA WGBH live telecast from Symphony Hall, BostonDecember 13, 1966