Mention the name Georges Bizet to a roomful of music lovers and responses will vary widely, ranging from "one of the all time greats" to "lightweight tunesmith." Regardless of the opinions, that second description contains a key word: tune. The Pearl Fishers may not be as well known as Carmen but one of Bizet's best-loved tunes comes precisely from this opera. Its most famous number — a duet for tenor and baritone called "Au fond du temple saint" — is another one of those familiar, infectious Bizet melodies that has wandered out of the opera house and into pop culture. The story of The Pearl Fishers revolves around a love triangle between Zurga, the leader of a fishing village, his old friend Nadir, and the priestess Leïla. As expected, the love drama unfolds leading to the shocking ending...