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  • Mozart: The Marriage of Figaro

  • By: Thomson Smillie
  • Narrated by: David Timson
  • Length: 1 hr and 19 mins
  • 4.0 out of 5 stars (6 ratings)

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Mozart: The Marriage of Figaro

By: Thomson Smillie
Narrated by: David Timson
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Many opera-lovers would name The Marriage of Figaro as their favorite opera. It appeals to the most intellectual listener, but also to music-lovers seeking great melodies and ensembles (while it remains accessible through its fascinating plot and memorable characters) and to those seeking only entertainment. One of three operas by Mozart to libretti by Lorenzo da Ponte, it represents one of the pinnacles not just of operatic but of human achievement.

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Thomson Smillie’s series of Opera Explained audiobooks on individual operatic works is the perfect introduction for the would-be opera fan. Each title in the series runs about an hour, features plenty of recorded clips, and is narrated with pluck and good humor by David Timson. Your opera education starts here.

Praised by many as the single greatest opera ever, The Marriage of Figaro may be Mozart’s finest achievement. Premiering in Vienna in 1786, the opera was based on a play and depicted a servant - Figaro - outsmarting his master. The most casual listener will recognize several pieces from the opera, including its explosive overture.

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Wrong audiobook provided

I bought this and instead received the episode for 'Don Giovanni' instead of 'The Marriage of Figaro' (the artwork for 'The Marriage of Figaro' displays but the audio for 'Don Giovanni' is read out). Will be asking for refund.

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