Claudio Abbado conducts music from “Carmen” at the 1997 New Year’s Eve Concert
Carmen is not only a character in an opera, she is also a myth: the epitome of beauty, seduction and the freedom from all social fetters. In their New Year’s Eve Gala from 1997, the Berliner Philharmoniker and Claudio Abbado take on this myth. They are supported by outstanding vocal and instrumental soloist including Anne Sofie von Otter, Roberto Alagna, Bryn Terfel, Mikhail Plentnev and Gil Shaham.
Berliner Philharmoniker
Claudio Abbado
Anne Sofie von Otter
Roberto Alagna
Bryn Terfel
Mikhail Pletnev
Gil Shaham
© 1997 EuroArts Music International
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