Don Rodrigue
See more songs from Pierre Corneille Jules Massenet Edouard Blau Louis Gallet Adolphe d'Ennery
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Don Rodrigue in Pierre Corneille’s original play is based on the myths surrounding one of Spain’s most celebrated national heroes Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, known as ‘El Cid’ or ‘La Campeador’. Born in around 1040, he was a commander of royal troops, and
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