Handel Opera Cycle

Louise Fryer presents Acts 1 and 2 of Partenope - considered one of the composer's most approachable works - a sophisticated comedy about the effects of the random nature of fate. Louise is joined by contralto Patricia Bardon to discuss the work. Handel: Partenope (Acts 1 and 2) Partenope ...... Christine Schafer (soprano) Prince Emilio of Cuma ...... Kurt Streit (tenor) Prince Arsace of Corinth ...... David Daniels (countertenor) Rosmira ..... Patricia Bardon (contralto) Ormonte ..... Florian Boesch (bass) Prince Armindo of Rhodes ..... Matthias Rexroth (countertenor) Les Talens Lyriques Christophe Rousset (conductor).