Simultaneous Singing / Leonard Bernstein · Omnibus: "What Makes Opera Grand?"

How does opera convey multiple emotions at the same time? Simultaneous singing. In this clip, Leonard Bernstein demonstrates how opera is unique in its ability to layer several conflicting elements to create a harmonious "network of emotions".
From the Archive of American Television Presents: "What Makes Opera Grand?" from an "Omnibus" Telecast featuring Leonard Bernstein.
Written and Narrated by Leonard Bernstein
Directed by Seymour Robbie
Marcella Pobbe/Jean Marsh, Mimi
Frank Guarrera/Hans Conreid, Marcello
Carlo Bergonzi/Kenneth Haigh, Rodolfo
Laurel Hurley/Evans Evans, Musetta
Produced by Robert Saudek Associates
in Cooperation with The Metropolitan Opera Association
in Association with the NBC Television Network
Broadcast Live on the NBC Television Network: March 23, 1958.
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Bravissimo!!!!

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Only 5K views?? For this incredible film

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This episode featured Hans Conreid (AKA Captain Hook).

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Is that Carlo Bergonzi?

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I think a better example is the cuarteto of Rigoletto, but great video anyways!!! 👍👍