The full range and diversity of Jessye Norman’s singing is captured on film at performances in London, Paris and New York. Examples of these performances shown are the role of Ariadne in Strauss’ Ariadne auf Naxos, and the lament from Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas. Jessye also comments on her cultural roots and evolution as a singer.
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ACMI Identifier
300266
Language
English
Subject categories
Music & Performing Arts → Norman, Jessye
Music & Performing Arts → Operas
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)