Turandot: An Audio Introduction to Puccini's Opera

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Turandot: An Introduction to Puccini's Opera

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Author

Thomson Smillie

Narrator

David Timson

Publisher

NAXOS AudioBooks

Running Time

1 Hr. 19 Min.

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Listen to an introduction to Puccini's final opera, Turandot. Puccini left the opera unfinished when he died in 1924, but it was completed by Franco Alfano and premiered in 1926. This intro to the opera from NAXOS will give you the context of the opera, which is considered the nail in the coffin of great Italian opera. David Timson narrates the text by Thomson Smillie, which gives you a plot summary of the three acts, along with key musical selections from the opera. The most notable musical selection is the great tenor aria "Nessun Dorma," which you've probably heard before. You'll be introduced to Prince Calaf as he tries to woo the ice Princess Turandot by solving her riddles. The best way to experience Turandot is with a lavish live production that includes exotic costumes and sets from its setting in China. Whether you can experience it live or not, this introduction will educate you on the story and the great music from Puccini's Swan Song.

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