[78-L] Aafje Heynis

[Johan Bos-Beijer]

Thomas: Very well known and highly regarded in her prime.  She became a teacher for a while in Holland and returned to simple life.  In addition to the many Bach recordings and broadcasts, as well as Brahms, there is a fantastic Mahler 2nd recorded in 1968.  Vocal enthusiasts know her as a deeply compelling contralto like Ferrier. Johan Bos-BeijerBBACE
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> Date: Wed, 7 Nov 2012 22:16:22 -0500
> Subject: [78-L] Aafje Heynis
> 
> 
> WHO ?
> 
> I've just encountered some recordings by this Netherlands contralto - Oratorio, Bach, Handel, Brahms etc.,
> on reissues of her EMI and Philips recordings, late 40's?? through 60's??.  Reissued on CD
> by EMI France, and Philips/Decca Universal Australia.
> 
> She did record on 78, but primarily LP era.
> 
> What a lovely voice!!!  How is it she is barely known in the USA (based on a very limited survey of friends)???
> I see one U.S. release on LP from EPIC.   
> 
> There is information about her on the Bach Cantatas website: http://www.bach-cantatas.com/Bio/Heynis-Aafje.htm 
> 
> Those on these lists who are classical vocal enthusiasts - are you aware of her?  
> 
> Best wishes, Thomas.
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