Leonard Bernstein's Young People's Concerts

Fidelio: A Celebration of Life (1x48)

Air date: Mar 29, 1970

Bernstein takes a look at Beethoven's so-called "flawed masterpiece" - his only opera, Fidelio. After discussing the story and its problems, "charming excerpts" are performed. Four vocal sections from Act II follow, each preceded by analysis and plot summary.