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'Maria By Callas': The Legendary Opera Singer's Life In Her Own Words

Soprano Maria Callas sings at the Theater de Champs Elysees in Paris, France, under the direction of Maestro Georges Pretre, June 5, 1963. (Jean-Jacques Levy/AP)

With Jane Clayson

We talk with the director of a new documentary about the life of Maria Callas, to this day one of the most electrifying singers in opera.

Guests

Tom Volf, producer of the new, award-winning documentary, “Maria By Callas,” (@mariabycallas). Author of “Maria By Callas” and “Callas Confidential.” (@tomvolf)

, music historian. He saw several of Callas’ final performances in New York.”

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