Recorded May 1960 in Kingsway Hall by Kenneth Wilkinson. Huge soundstage (large and deep), yet most precise and acute focalisation. In the explosive intro, the rumbling bass drum is more felt than heard; a ferocious test for extra-low registers restitution. Incredible dynamic range. Orchestral image both smooth and strong, and neutral colors. Total transparency: one can even hear when pages of the score are turned. A stellar recording, sounding much better than some modern high-res stuff. By many ways, including Solti’s muscle and handsome seduction, the most thrilling performance of this gorgeous Gaité Parisienne. All musicians of Covent Garden are outstanding there, but let’s say trombones and percussion play the game of their life.