Opera Rara presents the world premiere of the original tenor version, rewritten hastily for a mezzo when the tenor due to sing the part died. In addition the recording includes six more pieces written for the 1824 revival.

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Majella Cullagh's 'voice gleams, is flexible and has a wide range, with upper notes flashing and a warm, firm middle register. She... can encompass Donizetti's divisions with ease, yet how exquisitely she traces the vocal line in Zoraida's final aria.'