Black Dog opera library

Mozart's classic comic opera is a tale of romantic rivalry between a lecherous Count and his clever resourceful valet Figaro. The Count, neglecting his wife, pursues Susanna, Figaro's bride-to-be, but after much plotting and counter-plotting by all concerned he is exposed. He asks his wife's forgiveness and Figaro and Susanna are married.

A guide to understanding "Aida, " providing information about the creation of the opera, background on its composer, and biographies of the principal singers and conductor; and featuring the text, or libretto, in both Italian and English. Includes two CDs that contain the complete opera.