Bohemian Girl: Internet photo
Written in 1843 by M.W. Balfe, this aria is the most famous from that work. In the 20th century, the story was adapted for a Laurel and Hardy movie.
The singer, Meav Ni Mhachatha is from Ireland and is a beautiful blond with a sweet voice, one of the founders of the group Celtic Woman, an all female ensemble which is known for performing traditional Irish music. —-PG
From Act II of the Bohemian Girl: “I Dreamt I Dwelled in Marble Halls,”
“I dreamt that suitors sought my hand;
“That knights upon bended knee,
“And with vows no maiden heart could withstand,
“They pledg’d their faith to me;”