
Aria Code
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S1 Ep 1Verdi's La Traviata: Opera's Original 'Pretty Woman'
What would you give up for true love? Verdi's La Traviata opens a window into a courtesan's heart as she makes the biggest decision of her life. In this episode, host Rhiannon Giddens welcomes soprano Diana Damrau, dramaturg Cori Ellison and former escort Dr. Brooke Magnanti to reflect on the spectacular Act I finale and its deep inner conflicts around love and freedom. Plus, you'll hear the complete aria sung by Diana Damrau from the Met Opera stage.
Dec 4, 201833 min

Welcome to Aria Code with Rhiannon Giddens
trailerAria Code is a new podcast that pulls back the curtain on the most famous arias in opera history, hosted by Rhiannon Giddens.
Nov 19, 20182 min