What a great take on Carmen. I can't help but wonder if you've hit on the very reason that Carmen failed when it was first performed. That sort of woman was not acceptable in Bizet's day, and the opera only became a success because it was recast in the tropes that we think of today. Lots to ponder.
Absolutely brilliant perceptions and expressing them. From the charming, seeming innocuous personal 'travelogue' to the real meat and potatoes. That transition I suspected was coming somehow... And thank you for bringing up Cosi.. In the two times I have played it. I have been caught between on one side--the discomfort of the rape with the side of-- oh it's a comedy and the music is so wonderful--- AGAINST- what a wonderful comedy with gorgeous music. BUT the rape !! And I just continue on my merry way.....
Brilliant!! Best vision for Carmen! Your audience is fortunate to be able to hear this interpretation. May you have many more opportunities in the future
What a great take on Carmen. I can't help but wonder if you've hit on the very reason that Carmen failed when it was first performed. That sort of woman was not acceptable in Bizet's day, and the opera only became a success because it was recast in the tropes that we think of today. Lots to ponder.
Absolutely brilliant perceptions and expressing them. From the charming, seeming innocuous personal 'travelogue' to the real meat and potatoes. That transition I suspected was coming somehow... And thank you for bringing up Cosi.. In the two times I have played it. I have been caught between on one side--the discomfort of the rape with the side of-- oh it's a comedy and the music is so wonderful--- AGAINST- what a wonderful comedy with gorgeous music. BUT the rape !! And I just continue on my merry way.....
Thank you, Rebecca. For everything.
Brilliant!! Best vision for Carmen! Your audience is fortunate to be able to hear this interpretation. May you have many more opportunities in the future