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BIZET Georges (1838 - 1875)

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Carmen, comic opera in 4 acts. Based on the short story by Prosper Mérimée. Poem by H. Meilhac and L. Halévy. Music by Georges Bizet (Paris, Choudens Père et Fils, [1875]). In-4 (27,2 x 18,2cm) of (4)-351 pp. half-bound in brown percaline (repairs, foxing and some light marginal wetness). First edition of the vocal-piano score. Published in March 1875, and produced by Bizet, just after the premiere. Quotation A.C. 3082, lithographed title, catalog of pieces and music printed.

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