The title character of Bizet's opera Carmen is such a vibrant and dramatic personality that many have wanted to bring her to life, including Rodion Shchedrin's prima ballerina wife. We'll hear his Carmen Ballet during our music today. Tune in at 9 am on 91.1 and 107.5 FM and our music stream.
From WSHU's daytime and evening classical programs, Kate Remington and Lauren Rico give you a heads-up on some of the best music they've selected.
Listen today: Carmen, the ballerina
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