Kathleen Ferrier In New York Ferrier, Svanholm, Newmark, New York Philharmonic Orchestra, Walter

Kathleen Ferrier in New York presents historic performances of Mahler and Bach by the much-loved contralto during her triumphant visits to the U.S. in 1948 and 1950. this remarkable account predates Ferrier's often-reissued 1952 recording by four years and finds her in exhilarating fresh voice - a vivid, vital display of a great artist at her peak. Also included is a revealing 80th birthday interview with Bruno Walter in which he discusses his first meeting and subsequent association with Ferrier.