Article: Rarities and familiar classics: A trio of early Verdi, a duo that spans Wagner's composing career and a nod to this year's Puccini anniversary complete the CBC's 2008 broadcast season.

October 11 *

Nabucco

Giuseppe Verdi

You can expect a heavier, Germanic cast in the performances of the excellent orchestra and chorus of the Bavarian State Opera, even with the Milan-born Paolo Carignani on the podium. Verdi's lovely melodies and ensembles in one of his first huge successes (ironically, he was only offered the commission after the young Otto Nicolai turned it down) are sure to sound strong, with an international cast that features baritone Paolo Gavanelli in the title role, Maria Guleghina as Abigaille and Daniela Sindram as Fenena.

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