Maria Callas in concert: Hamburg, 18 May, 1959 and 16 March, 1962

Germany, 1996

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Presenting excerpts from two live stage performances by the famed diva opera singer, Maria Callas, in Hamburg in 1959 and 1962 respectively. This video is an absolute must for lovers of opera combining the musical talents of such composers as Verdi, Bizet, Rossini and Bellini, and all superbly performed by the wonderful Maria Callas, elegant as ever with her distinctive soprano voice and dramatic intensity totally captivating the audience. Her performance is accompanied by the Symphonieorchester des NDR, conducted by Nicola Rescigno (1959) and Georges Pretre (1962). Without commentary or narration.

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NDR International TV-Produktions GmbH

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02:00:00:00

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Germany
Production dates
1996

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