by Alice Day
synopsis
The Swedish soprano Birgit Nilsson is considered by many to be the leading modern interpreter of Richard Wagner's opera heroines, and has gained world fame for her virtuosity in works by the German composer. She is equally renowned for her performances of pieces written by other composers. In Bell Telephone Hour Telecasts, 1961-1964: Birgit Nilsson, she can be seen performing a selection of arias from Puccini, Verdi, and Wagner. This telecast features In Questa Reggia from Puccini's Turandot, Pace Pace Mio Dio from Verdi's La Forza Del Destino, and Vieni T'affretta from Verdi's Macbeth.
