Watson:Garrett:Oae:Mackerras - MOZART, W.A.: Cosi fan tutte

Cos� fan tutte is Mozart s third opera to a Da Ponte libretto. It is in opera buffa style and has only six characters, two couples and an elderly philosopher and a trusted maid. In this recording Lesley Garrett sings the part of the maid, Despina, and the celebrated veteran Sir Thomas Allen the philosopher, Don Alfonso. Despite the somewhat cynical storyline this opera contains some of Mozart s most memorable and sublime music.