Duke Bluebeard's castle

'Bartók’s Bluebeard is an immensely powerful musical construction. The work is one large sound arc; time and structure are measured by the successive openings of seven doors. There is virtually no stage action. This is a psychological drama, equally effective in concert or semi-staged performance. This 2011 live recording features Esa-Pekka Salonen, one of the most important artists in contemporary classical music, leading the Philharmonia Orchestra and a notable cast of singers.'