BIRGIT NILSSON and JAMES LEVINE Candid ORIGINAL 1979 PHOTO at MET OPERA Recital

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A Genuine and Authentic Historical Opera Artifact!
Direct from the “Golden Years” of the Metropolitan Opera
Birgit Nilsson
and
James Levine
Candid Original Photo at 1979 Recital Curtain Call
The current owner of this fine piece of memorabilia patronized the Metropolitan Opera throughout its Golden Years and has authorized me to auction it on their behalf.
This artifact is a black and white, glossy photo of the great soprano, Birgit Nilsson and music director, James Levine in a candid photo taken at a recital curtain call in 1979.
THIS IS NOT A REPRINT – IT IS THE
ACTUAL VINTAGE PHOTOGRAPH
.
We have started the bidding at what the collector and I felt was fair; but keep in mind, this wonderful photo is a vintage original and in excellent condition.
Birgit Nilsson
(May 17, 1918 – December 25, 2005) was a celebrated Swedish dramatic soprano who specialized in operatic and symphonic works. Her voice was noted for its overwhelming force, bountiful reserves of power and the gleaming brilliance and clarity in the upper register.
Miss Nilsson attained international stardom after a performance as Isolde in Wagner's
Tristan und Isolde
at the Metropolitan Opera in
New York
on December 18, 1959.
In 1966, Miss Nilsson was asked to appear in a rather unusual performance at the Metropolitan Opera. During a showing of
Tannhäuser
, she was asked to sing the parts of both Venus and Elisabeth. They did not appear on stage at the same time, of course!
Birgit Nilsson is probably best known for her portrayals of Turandot in
Turandot
, Brünnhilde in Richard Wagner's
Der Ring Des Nibelungen
(a role with which she made her La Scala debut in 1958), Isolde in
Tristan und Isolde
, Elektra in
Elektra
and Die F
ärberin
in
Die Frau ohne Schatten
.
Miss Nilsson is also known for her interesting relationship with Rudolf Bing. When Bing was asked if Birgit was difficult, he replied, "Not at all, you put enough money in and a glorious voice comes out." When preparing her taxes Miss Nilsson was asked if she had any dependents. "Yes," she said, "Rudolf Bing."
Miss Nilsson is still revered as the greatest Wagnerian soprano of the last century.
James Levine
(born June 23, 1943)
is an American
conductor
and
pianist. He is primarily known for his tenure as Music Director of the
Metropolitan Opera, a position he has held since 1976. He has made numerous recordings, as well as television and radio broadcasts, with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra. Levine has also held leadership positions with the
Ravinia Festival, the
Munich Philharmonic, and the
Boston Symphony Orchestra.
In 1980, he started the Lindemann Young Artists Development Program and often works to train promising singers, conductors, and musicians for professional careers. After suffering severe health problems, Levine took a hiatus from conducting for almost two years. He returned to conducting in 2013.
Photo Measurements
8" by 10"
(20cm by 25.5cm)
Image Measurements
7" by 10"
(18cm by 25.5cm)
Excellent vintage condition
Guaranteed Authentic / Suitable for framing or archiving
“Do Not Copy” Watermark is NOT on the actual photo
Thank you for your interest in this unbelievable artifact.
This amazing find, for any Opera fan or collector, will only increase in value.
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