1981—Herbert von Karajan-?

Probably R

B—Ky—Longest total movement, tied with Paumgartner); Mushy strings for intro, sounds muddy; serious, ponderous

B—Ch—Longest; Barbara Hendricks; operatic, meaningful

B—Gl—Draggy, lacking in energy

B—LT—Janet Perry; Tender, sweetly distant; orchestra suppressed accordingly

A—Gr—Smooth, subdued, serious

B—DD—Smooth, harmonious, emotionally distant, no battle

B—QT—Longest; rhythm surprisingly not very jagged; smooth, almost gentle; interest flags

B—Qu—Wonderful blend of voices; smooth, serious, lacks energy

A—JC— Same

A—CSS—Clear, assertive voices; terrific dialogue with orchestra, which emerges in unexpected places

A—Cr—Joyful, bright, forceful; good dialogue with orchestra, though chickens not prominent

A—Et—Barbara Hendricks; vocalise; lovely voice; languid, unhurried, controlled, emotionally neutral 

B—S—Smooth, measured, ponderous; can’t hear brass, except when they’re playing alone

A—H—Slightly muddy chorus; good dialogue with strings

A—B—Smooth, reverent; all four voices nicely balanced; detached strings at B

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