Here are great performances of the seven most iconic Strauss operas--a list with no weak links and a perfect way to get started on your Strauss opera collection. All of the most popular works are hear, along with a couple of less familiar pieces: Salome, Elektra, Der Rosenkavalier, Ariadne auf Naxos, Die Frau ohne Schatten, Daphne, and Capriccio. Go forth and listen!