BIZET Georges (1838-1875)
Carmen, comic opera in 4 acts, based on the novel 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 cloth (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.
Cotage A.C. 3082, lithographed title, catalog of printed pieces and music.
