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La Divina never sang the role on stage but she did sing many of Carmen’s songs in concerts and most famously recorded the work alongside Nicolai Gedda. The recording is one of the definitive versions for its upbeat tempi and, of course, for the dramatic insight Callas brings to the famous heroine. The final scene with Gedda is visceral and among the best in recorded history. One forgets the versatility of Moffo as she was well known for her work in many bel canto and lyric roles. However, she experimented many times in the recording studio with roles like “Luisa Miller” and in her late career, she tried numerous roles like “Tosca.” “Carmen” was among the late career experiments and while it may not be the best fit for her beautiful lyric voice, her chemistry with Franco Corelli is clearly there. While this is a recording that is rarely remembered, it is nevertheless a fascinating listening experience.
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