Italian baritone Sesto Bruscantini (1919-2003) was one of the greatest buffo singers of post-war Europe. Bruscantini was especially known for his performances in Mozart and Rossini operas. This outstanding live recording new release features live recordings from a recital given in Ancona on March 8, 1981, with bonus tracks from live recordings between the years of 1973 and 1978. This recital, given with Bruscantini was 62 years old, showcases some of his best buffo roles, including works from Cimarosa, Donizetti, Mozart, Verdi, and Tosti.
