Franz Lehar was a composer
who couldn’t help but write hummable and singable tunes. If you haven’t attended
a performance of “The Merry Widow” or watched a recording then you have a real
musical treat in store. One of the best versions I’ve seen stars Jane Thorngren
in a New York Opera production that was broadcast on PBS.
With great foresight
Jane converted the film version to DVD and she has it for sale.
The interviews and the
explanation of how various stage effects were achieved are bonuses included on
the DVD.
Jane has just released a new
CD of unusual soprano pieces and if you want to listen to some excerpts of her
singing talent go to http:www.janethorngren.com. She also has pics of her
various stage roles.
If this sounds like a
commercial for her it should because she deserves it.
