From the Archives - Perspectives on Bizet's 'Carmen'

By Frank Byrne,

Sam Wisman

Published January 6, 2025 at 10:39 AM CST

“Carmen” is not only one of the world’s favorite operas, it is also the source of irresistible melodies that live on in popular culture. Host Frank Byrne guides you through three works inspired by George Bizet's memorable music.

Compositions and Recordings

Carmen Suite
by Georges Bizet/Rodion Schedrin
Arthur Fiedler and the Boston Pops

Carmen Variations
by Georges Bizet/Vladamir Horowitz
Arcady Volodos, piano

Carmen Fantasy, Op. 25
by Georges Bizet/Pablo de Sarasate
Claudio Abbado and the Berlin Philharmonic
Gil Shaham, violin

From the Archives with Frank Byrne

Frank Byrne

Frank Byrne is the host of From the Archives.

Sam Wisman

Sam Wisman is a senior producer for 91.9 Classical KC and a backup announcer for KCUR 89.3