New York Philharmonic Young People's Concerts - Season 1 Episode 48 Fidelio: A Celebration of Life
0.0048 minutes
Bernstein takes a look at Beethoven's so-called "flawed masterpiece" - his only opera, Fidelio. After discussing the story and its problems, "charming excerpts" are performed. Four vocal selection from Act II follow, each preceded by analysis and plot summary.