Time, love, human frailty and fate are the themes of Monteverdi's Venetian opera. The story is based on the last part of the Odyssey, but Penelope, not Ulysses, is the centre of attention. She has waited years for his return: now that he is here, can she accept him? Presented by Donald Macleod. Sung in Italian.
Concerto Vocale conductor Rene Jacobs Discs
(Monteverdi's Orfeo next rues 7.00pm)