DER CID Lyrisches Drama in 3 Acts Music and libretto by Peter Cornelius First performed: Weimar, 21 May 1865, conducted by Carl Stor Peter Cornelius was one of those marginal figures who pops out of the woodwork at surprising moments.  He was a member of Wagner’s circle at Bayreuth; Lohengrin is a big influence on … Continue reading 31. Der Cid – Peter Cornelius →