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The Real History of Opera

on BBC Radio 4 FM

Huw Edwards uncovers the real-life history behind the scenes of six favourite operas.
4: Don Carlos. Verdi's opera, set in Spain, tells the story of a Spanish king. But its heart and music are in 19th-century Italy and in a people's Struggle for national unity. Producer Martin Smith (R)

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Huw Edwards
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Don Carlos.
Producer:
Martin Smith

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