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Re: Byron
"Close thy Byron; open thy Goethe" (Carlyle) to those for whom the name does not work or fit.

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Goethe has a famous interpretation of Faust. Hector Berlioz created a work that is technically an oratorio, though recently successfully staged as an opera, entitled Damnation of Faust - which offers an easier - and almost hauntingly alluring interpretation of the tragedy. I myself watched, no, not watched, but experienced the opera on four different occasions - bringing different family members and friends for each occasion. Here is a non-vocal ballet interlude for any that have interest - (sorry to tarry from names...) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9WvYFcnljQ

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