Various Artists - Ruse Empty City: Peking / Various - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Recorded in China and Released in 1960 this opera tells the compelling tale of the defense of a city left vulnerable by a disobedient general. Both tragic and triumphant, this opera is an excellent example of the traditional Chinese art form of Peking Opera. The audible acrobatics of the performers lend a level of authenticity only found in live recordings. Liner notes include a synopsis of the play as well as the full script. Album Tracks 1. Chu Ko Liang, Messenger, Attendant, Scout 2. Chu Ko Liang, Scout, Two Attendants, Old Soldiers 3. Chu Ko Liang, Two Attendants 4. Old Soldiers, Chu Ko Liang 5. Chu Ko Liang, Old Soldiers 6. General Ssu Ma-I, Soldiers 7. Chu Ko Liang 8. Chu Ko Liang 9. General Ssu Ma-I, Soldiers 10. Ssu Ma-I, Ssu Ma's Son, Old Soldiers, Chu Ko Liang, Chau Yuen 11. Ssu Ma-I, Ssu Ma's Son, Old Soldiers, Chu Ko Liang, Chau Yue N 12. Scout, Ssu Ma-I, Chau Yuen, Son of Ssu Ma-I, Soldiers 13. Chu Ko Liang, Scout, Attendants, Wang P'ing, Executioners 14. Ma Su, Chu Ko Liang, Executioners 15. Chu Ko Liang, Ma Su, Executioners 16. Chu Ko Liang, Chau Yuen