This 1951 live recording was made in Italy to coincide with the 50th anniversary of Verdi’s death, and stars the legendary tenor Giacomo Lauri-Volpi as Rodolfo. Conductor Mario Rossi is well known to connoisseurs as one of the most exciting and underrated Italian conductors of his era, and his recordings are in great demand. "...very much a collector's item, primarily on account of the casting of the legendary tenor Giacomo Lauri- Volpi. This remarkable showman is in amazingly dynamic voice... and the thrill of the upper register, and the ease of the phrasing, are irresistible... for the rare thrill of hearing one of Puccini's favourite tenors in a complete and well-recorded performance, it should definitely be heard if it becomes available." - Rough Guide to Opera