Len Mullenger replies to Mark Seeley:
>>I am looking for the same of Britten's War Requiem. I am considering the
>>London recording under the direction of Britten himself, but I hear it is
>>not that well recorded.
>
>It is well recorded but there is a degree of mastertape hiss. Maybe Decca
>will remaster it ...
I understand Decca have indeed remastered this great recording, presumably
removing a good deal of the tape hiss. I think they are reissuing it very
soon coupled with some rehearsal tapes from the sessions. Should be worth
waiting for.
The Hickox is also fantastic, with a great performance from Philip
Langridge, but IMO the authentic ring of the Britten gives it an extra
frisson.
Robert Yeatman