Fischer-Dieskau's 12 best recordings

Martin Kettle's pick of the great baritone's recorded output1. Schutz ariasReissued from 1950s in 2009, these are compelling recordings of what was then quite obscure repertoire. The young Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau's voice is in glorious condition.2. Bach Ich habe genug Conducted here by Karl Ristenpart, Bach's cantata on death is one of Fischer-Dieskau's classic recordings of a composer in whose music he excelled.3. Wagner Tristan und IsoldeThe young Fischer-Dieskau as Kurwenal on the classic 19...

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