David Mellor explores the recorded legacy of great artists of the past in conversation with distinguished figures from the musical world today. As Director of the Royal Opera House, Lord Harewood knew Maria Callas well - for him, she re-created the 19th-century prima donna. Today he shares his memories and understanding of her extraordinary artistry. With excerpts including
Ponchielli: Suicidio! (La Gioconda) (Turin, 1952)
Wagner: Liebestod (Tristan und Isolde) (Turin. 1949)
Bellini: Qui la voce (I Puritani) (Turin, 1949)
Verdi: Vespri siciliani (Florence, 1951)
Bellini: Casta Diva! (Norma) (EMI, 1954)
Verdi: Caro nome (Rigoletto) (EMI, 1955)
Mozart: Il Seraglio (San Remo, 1954)
Verdi: Il Trovatore (emi, 1956)
Verdi: La Traviata (Act 1) (Milan, 1955) Rpt
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