When Hector Berlioz composed his comic opera Béatrice et Bénédict in 1862, he wrote the French libretto himself, basing it on the interplay between two main characters in William Shakespeare’s play MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING. It’s playful, lively, and charming. For today’s Beautiful Music, Alexis Hauser leads McGill Symphony Orchestra in this 2016 performance of the BEATRICE AND BENEDICT OVERTURE by Hector Berlioz. You can also use the link below to learn more about the opera.