An Introduction to Puccini's La bohème by Mel Cooper

Mel Cooper, Formerly of Classic FM and OperaNow Magazine is one of the leading experts in the field of Opera.
in his inimitable way he takes us through the opera scene by scene and then discusses some of the best recordings available, but essentially this is for those who want to know what it's all about before they take the plunge.
More that a bluffer's guide to opera, this allows those who are going, or thinking of going to the opera for the first time to really get a grasp of the story and setting, along with some background detail. Before you go and see La Bohème for the first time, you should watch this!
For Mel's Interview with a real Mimi, Elizabeth Llewellyn at the English National Opera, click the link below
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