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Georges Bizet's Best

In honor of his 178th birthday

Oct 31, 2016

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Georges Bizet (French; 25 October 1838 – 3 June 1875) was a French romantic composer. He is still best known for his operas, the most famous being Carmen. However, due to his untimely death ,and the originally critical review of Carmen, he never got to see his Grand Opera's success. Here is a short list of my favorite Bizet pieces.

5. Toreador Song- Carmen

The Toreador song is one of the most recognized pieces of music in the world. Even if you think you don't know any opera you can probably hum this to yourself while it is playing.

4. Symphony in C Major

Considering who Bizet's contemporaries were, the Romantic period was a cutthroat time to be a composer. Though he isn't well known for his symphonic works, his symphony in C is a great piece to show his prowess.

3. Peal Fishers Duet- The Pearl Fishers

Bizet's other famous opera is The Pearl Fishers. It is an inherently beautiful show, and this is one of the most beautiful duets ever written. In the opera the two men are in love with the same woman and vow to never let her get in the way of their friendship. It's basically the best " Bros before hoes" anthem ever written.

2. The Flower Song- Carmen

In this aria, Don Jose is expressing his love for Carmen. He tells her that the flower she gave him allowed him to stay live while he was in prison for setting her free.

1. Habanera- Carmen

In this Aria, Carmen has just gotten out of the cigarette factory and is singing about love, and how she can seduce any man she likes. It's written in such a way it almost sounds like a strip song, and it might as well be.

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