Massenet's three-act comic opera follows the fortunes of Cherubin after his exploits in Beaumarchais's play Le Nozze di Figaro and Mozart's opera. The amorous page, though now a commissioned officer, is as susceptible as ever to the charms of women. James Naughtie introduces this performance, given last Tuesday at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, London.
Royal Opera Chorus,
Orchestra of the Royal Opera House, conductor John Eliot Gardiner
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7.45 The James Naughtie Interview James Naughtie meets conductor John Eliot Gardiner.
8.05 Acts 2 and 3