Opera 101, everything you wanted to know but were afraid to ask!

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Opera 101, everything you wanted to know but were afraid to ask!

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Nov 28, 2023

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Feeling dramatic? Opera has you covered! John Banther and Linda Carducci go on a journey through time on the origins, evolution, and dramatic moments of this enduring musical art form. Plus, recommended listening for each time period along the way. Support Classical Breakdown: https://weta.org/donatefmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Nov 28, 2023

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John Banther takes classical music fans behind the scenes with interviews, deep dives, and analysis. Episodes released bi-weekly on Tuesdays. Produced by WETA Classical in Washington, D.C.

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