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Sunday, June 28, 2026
Colline's aria (basso profundo) from La Boheme--this is a modern
rendition--the Bohemians as homeless persons.
I think Colline is unable to part with his TV Camera and so has to say goodbye to his coat.
The coat or jacket in this version is a nice touch.
I bought one like this from an Army Surplus truck in West Philadelphia about 25 years ago. Now it's in another state,
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Complete libretto in English--of La Boheme--
https://www.opera-arias.com/puccini/la-boheme/libretto/english/
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