Other than his virtuosity as a lyric tenor, Placido exhibits at large his innate attributes of Spanish singer; surely the mark of his parents Placido and Pepita Embil both zarzuela singers. The adorable presence and voice of Ana Maria Martínez, so natural and versatile in her expression, and with those sweet and clean altos, make of her the perfect mate to Placido in this style. The conductor López-Cobos succeeds in drawing the spirit and rythm of zarzuela from the fine Mozarteum Orchestra. Though I missed some emblematic zarzuelas like Los Gavilanes and La Leyenda del Beso, this DVD is the most enjoyable fiesta madrileña.