The opera tells the story of Carmen, a beautiful and passionate gypsy woman, and her tragic love for Don José, a young soldier who is initially enthralled by her but eventually becomes jealous and possessive, which leads to his downfall.
Here are the famous arias and Toreador from Carmen:
- "Habanera" (Aria): Sung by Carmen in Act 1
- "Seguidilla" (Aria): Sung by Carmen and Don José in Act 1
- "Toreador Song" (Aria): Sung by Escamillo, the bullfighter, in Act 2
- "Flower Song" (Aria): Sung by Don José in Act 2
- "Gypsy Dance" (Chorus): Performed by the gypsy women in Act 3
- "Carmen's Death" (Aria): Sung by Carmen in Act 4