The Bartered Bride (Overture)

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Comic operas rarely seem comic, but this overture's riotous tempo hints at a farcical story of frivolity. Smetana adds a dollop of Czech dances to the mix and cooks up a fun-filled feast. Composer: Bedřich Smetana Performers: BBC Symphony Orchestra Conductor: Jiří Bělohlávek Recording date: 27 July 2009 Date of broadcast: 27 July 2009