This Saturday, tune in to WHRO-FM at 1 p.m. for a live broadcast of one of the world’s most popular operas, Bizet’s Carmen.
The sensational young mezzo-soprano Aigul Akhmetshina stars as the charismatic title character who is determined to live and love on her own terms. Acclaimed tenor Michael Fabiano sings one of his signature roles: Don José, the soldier dangerously obsessed with Carmen. The cast also features soprano Janai Brugger as the virtuous Micaëla and bass-baritone Christian Van Horn as the swaggering Escamillo. Maestro Pier Giorgio Morandi conducts the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra and Chorus in this colorful score.
Bizet’s “Carmen” is a fiery and vibrant opera, brimming with unforgettable melodies that blend energetic rhythms with expressive harmonies. Its rich and contrasting score ranges from the sultry “Habanera” to the intense “Seguidilla,” complemented by colorful choruses and dramatic orchestration that heighten the tragic essence of the story.
Let yourself be swept away by this hypnotic and unforgettable musical experience this Saturday at 1:00 p.m. on WHRO FM 90.3, or stream it online via your smart device or the Media Player.
