Sounds splendid. I'm glad you were able to see it, and I love your description of it.

I first read Auden cos a dear friend had once told me that her parents had been students of his. I think I first listened to Britten because of... I'm not sure, really. Probably because something from "Sacred and Profane" or "Ceremony of Carols" came up on the radio.

Enjoy learning the arias. I hope it goes well, and that you find your recording.

Happy May Day to you as well!