| Edition |
Unabridged. |
| Description |
1 online resource (1 audio file (1hr., 18 min.)) : digital. |
| Performer |
Narrated by David Timson. |
| Summary |
The Barber of Seville is Rossini's most popular opera. Its effervescent overture (written originally for another work!) presents a perfect platform for the amusing plot in which the barber, Figaro, stage-manages a romance between Count Almaviva and Rosina, and puts to flight the old suitor, Dr Bartolo. 'Largo al Factotum' is one of the most popular arias in opera - nearly 200 years after its first performance it is still one of the great show-stoppers. But why was the opera received with boos and catcalls at its first performance in 1816, and why did Rossini return to the plot and environment presented so sublimely by Mozart? Opera writer Thomson Smillie and actor David Timson present the background in their informative but entertaining manner. |
| Access |
Digital content provided by hoopla. |
| System Details |
Mode of access: World Wide Web. |
| Subject |
Operas -- Analysis, appreciation.
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Operas -- Stories, plots, etc.
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| Added Author |
Timson, David.
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Rossini, Gioacchino, 1792-1868.
Barbiere di Siviglia. Selections.
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hoopla digital.
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| Added Title |
Barber of Seville |
| ISBN |
9781843793052 (sound recording : hoopla Audio Book) |
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1843793059 (sound recording : hoopla Audio Book) |
| Music No. |
MWT11137453 |
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