Melba’s reviews tell a story – the delight with which our artists and repertoire have been embraced internationally.
Reviews
Wagner: Das Rheingold
01/01/2007
Anaclase.com (France)
"The remarkable quality of the recording stands out immediately...." More...
Amoureuse
01/01/2007
Opera Magazine (France)
"... a recording that diverts so resolutely off the beaten track is really worth listening to." More...
Shostakovich: Symphony No 10
01/01/2007
Positive Feedback Online (US)
"my view of what a youth orchestra can do has forever been changed by this recording ... HIGHLY recommended!" More...
Wagner: Das Rheingold
01/01/2007
International Record Review (UK)
"On the podium [Fisch] skilfully unfolds this work's glorious architecture ..." More...
Wagner: Das Rheingold
01/01/2007
MusicWeb International (UK)
"On the merits of the playing and conducting, this Rheingold definitely has a place in the top layer." More...
Wagner: Das Rheingold
01/01/2007
Anaclase.com (France)
"The remarkable quality of the recording stands out immediately ... Asher Fisch conducts a remarkably balanced Adelaide Symphony Orchestra" More...
Wagner: Das Rheingold
01/01/2007
Opera~Opera (Australia)
"The sound ... is stupendous ... there are definite rewards ... a valuable release ..." More...
Wagner: Die Walküre
01/01/2007
Opera (UK)
"A significant moment in the history of opera in Australia, a fine performance, very well recorded." More...
Wagner: Die Walküre
01/01/2007
The Adelaide Review (Australia)
"The results are something far beyond what one might imagine..." More...
Wagner: Die Walküre
01/01/2007
Fanfare (US)
"Tonally, the recording is exquisite with voices richly characterized ... and essential, I’d say, for any Wagner-lover ..." More...
Shostakovich: Symphony No 10
21/12/2006
The Courier Mail (Australia)
"a keen exploratory edge so worthy of this 20th century master." More...
Wagner: Die Walküre
12/12/2006
Münchner Merkur (Germany)
"A surprising Wagner treat." More...
Wagner: Das Rheingold
09/12/2006
The Australian (Australia)
"the production team has [again created] an acoustic that is clear, detailed and warm while preserving the live performance atmosphere ..." More...
Wagner: Das Rheingold
07/12/2006
The Age 'Green Guide' (Australia)
"... excellent sound, always relevant to Wagner's scoring and the continuity of the unfolding drama ..." More...
Wagner: Die Walküre
01/12/2006
Opus (Canada)
" ... Melba’s sound – truly sensational as befits the Australian label’s vocal namesake." More...
Wagner: Die Walküre
01/12/2006
Thomas' Music (Australia)
"... This Australian performance is the first Super Audio recording anywhere in the world. Deborah Riedel, Lisa Gasteen and co. are superb." More...
Wagner: Das Rheingold
01/12/2006
Stage Noise (Australia)
"...It’s reasonable to say this - Das Rheingold - is the most eagerly anticipated classical recording of the year. And it’s gorgeous ..." More...
Wagner: Das Rheingold
01/12/2006
Mundo Clasico (Spain)
"Die Walküre was great ... this Rheingold is even better ... a spectacular sound ... luxurious presentation" More...
Wagner: Das Rheingold
01/12/2006
Thomas’ Music (Australia)
"Whether in six channels on a SACD player or two in a more modest device, the sound is extraordinary ... presentation is again spectacular." More...
Wagner: Die Walküre
01/12/2006
Positive Feedback Online (US)
"Writer's Choice Awards 2006 ... Melba is making history ..." More...