The Wyn Morris has the (unmentioned) advantage of variety (two legendary soloists), and a determined energy (even roughness in the male songs) that is an antidote to the incipient schmaltz of the original verse. A memorable capture of Sir Geraint's magnificent voice and the incomparable Dame Janet. I'm very pleased with the recording, too. Art is timeless, but the recordings themselves exist in a space of their own time.
The plushy modern recording captures less of the fantastical grittiness of the Mahler/von Arnim/Brentano and I concur completely with your admiration of the Morris/Baker/Evans classic. Thanks for your review.
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