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For even the classical music buff, opera can be quite overwhelming. Here, you will find anything and everything you ever wanted to know about opera. Discover its origins, composers, performers, and synopses.
The Best of the Habanera from Bizet's "Carmen"
The Habanera from Bizet's famous opera, Carmen, is one of the most beloved and recognizable female arias. Though many operatic singers have performed the piece, everyone has a favorite. Find out what people are saying about their favorite performances of the Habanera from Bizet's opera, Carmen.
The Habanera by Maria Callas
The Habanera is one of the most popular female arias. Though it has been performed by many women, perhaps the notable opera singer to ever sing the famous aria is Maria Callas. Learn more about her notable performance of Bizet's Habanera.
A Profile of the Aria "Habanera"
Habanera is a famous aria from Bizet's popular opera, Carmen. Learn about the creation of Habanera in this Habanera profile.
Nessun Dorma by Pavarotti
"Nessun Dorma", Calaf's aria from Puccini's opera, Turandot, became hugely popular after Luciano Pavarotti's performance of the piece in 1990, at the FIFA World Cup. Learn more about Pavarotti's performance of "Nessun Dorma" and why it has become so successful.
A Profile of the Song "O Sole Mio"
"O Sole Mio" is popular classical music song made popular by the late Luciano Pavarotti. Learn more about "O Sole Mio" and its creation in this "O Sole Mio" profile.
Nessun Dorma - Favorite Performers, Performances, and Recordings of N…
Nessun Dorma is an one of the world's most beloved arias (largely thanks to the great Luciano Pavarotti). Read user submitted comments of their favorite singers, performances, and recordings of the famous aria, Nessun Dorma.
The Audition - A Review of the Metropolitan Opera
A review of the Metropolitan Opera's "The Audition."
Renee Fleming - A Collection of Renee Fleming Videos
Renee Fleming is one of the leading operatic sopranos today. Here is a collection of videos of the great Renee Fleming.
Luciano Pavarotti Trivia
Luciano Pavarotti was one of the most celebrated and admired operatic tenors of the 20th Century. Learn interesting facts and trivia about the beloved Luciano Pavarotti.
The Synopsis of "Carmen"
Learn the story of Bizet's famous opera, "Carmen", in this synopsis.
Musetta's Waltz Profile and Lyrics
Learn about the scene and the lyrics of "Musetta's Waltz" from Puccini's opera "La Boheme".
A Profile of the Aria "Nessun Dorma"
Learn about the details and facts of Puccini's famous aria, "Nessun Dorma" from the opera 'Turandot'.
Five Facts about Mozart's "Die Zauberflöte"
Learn five facts about Mozart's famous opera, "Die Zauberflöte".
Tan Dun - The First Emperor
A review of Tan Dun's The First Emperor.
Profile: Rigoletto
Verdi himself said that "Rigoletto" was revolutionary. Learn about the opera's plot, characters, and other useful information in this Profile of "Rigoletto".
Profile: Tosca by Puccini
A profile of Puccini's opera, Tosca.
The Impact of Ludwig Feuerbach and Mikhail Bakunin on Richard Wagner
The Impact of Ludwig Feuerbach and Mikhail Bakunin on Richard Wagner is easily seen in Wagner's [i]Ring Cycle[/i], his most famous work. Discover the deeper meanings and origin's of the [i]Ring[/i]'s creation.
The Plot Impact and Significance of the Characters in Wagner's The Ring Cycle
An examination of the plot and characters found in opera composer Richard Wagner's Ring Cycle is found in this article. Includes Woton, Frika, Freya, Alberich and more.
Opera on the Internet
Watch and listen to opera in the comfort of your own home.
Opera Synopses
A large collection of opera synopses from the Metropolitan Opera.
Opera Resource
This website gives a variety of synopses, "making of...", and lyrics to many operas.
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