Here are the five best operas for beginners. If you're not sure what operas you should see first, this list is for you. Opera can be intimidating when you're just starting out, but it doesn't have to be.

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Rachel Willis-Sørensen - Mimì
Jonas Kauffman - Rodolfo
Elina Garanca - Carmen
Diana Damrau - Queen of the Night
Michael Fabiano - Alfredo
Venera Gimadieva - Violletta
Hubert Zapiór - Figaro

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