Summary: <p>In an epic Classical Classroom, tenors Isaiah Bell and Chris Mayell (who, among many other things, co-host the Overthought podcast) walk through the entirety of Benjamin Britten's opera, "Albert Herring". It is an incredible journey, not for the faint of heart, nor for the anti-Canadian. Discussed: townies, queer theory vs. non-queer theory interpretations of the opera, Sid and Nancy (no - not them - the other Sid and Nancy), and Ron Swanson. </p> <p>Music in this episode (all from Naxos and Decca recordings of 'Albert Herring'):<br> - "Right! We’ll have him!” (Bedford/Barstow)<br> - “Albert the Good!” (Britten/Fisher)<br> - “Sounds like Sid serenading” (Bedford/Barstow)<br> - “Heaven helps those who helps themselves" (Bedford/Barstow)<br> - "In the midst of life is death" (Britten/Fisher)</p> <p>Audio production by Todd "Overtodd" Hulslander with meaningful encouragement from Dacia Clay and assistance from Mark DiClaudio.</p>
