Michael William Balfe

Michael William Balfe (15 May 1808 – 20 October 1870) was an Irish composer, best remembered for his operas, especially The Bohemian Girl. After a short career as a violinist, Balfe pursued an operatic singing career, while he began to compose. In a career spanning more than 40 years, he composed at least 29 operas, almost 250 songs, several cantatas and other works. He was also a noted conductor, directing Italian Opera at Her Majesty's Theatre for seven years, among other conducting posts.

Grande Dame - 2026-05-28T00:00:00.000000Z

Balfe: Satanella - 2016-03-04T00:00:00.000000Z

Carnaval! - French Coloratura Arias - 1994-01-01T00:00:00.000000Z

The Bohemian Girl (Piano solo) - 2026-01-07T00:00:00.000000Z

Michael William Balfe - I Dreamt I Dwelt in Marble Halls (The Bohemian Girl) [Piano Cover] - 2021-07-27T00:00:00.000000Z

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