Don Carlos

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It used to be thought that Verdi miscalculated with this attempt at a 'grand opera' in the French style. This guide demonstrates that Don Carlos was - and remains - an extraordinary achievement in melding two opposing visions of opera: the spectacular public aspect of the French tradition with the dramatic concision of the Italian. And because of the variety of versions which Verdi sanctioned, this debate is open-ended.

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Brilliantly produced and superb value. * Sunday Times *
All these will provide the new opera-goer with food for thought. * Daily Telegraph *
Wholehearted recommendation of this valuable new series. * TLS *

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Giuseppe Verdi (18131901) is one of Italys most celebrated opera composers. His best-known operas include Rigoletto, Il trovatore, La traviata and Aida.