This language of the operas (*) Lakme and Samson and Delilah was also used for an opera featuring the Habanera and the Toreador Song.
One opera written in this language is based on the Book of Judges, and features the mezzo-soprano aria "Softly awakes my heart." In another opera written in this language, Nilakantha sings the "Bell Song," and Mallika and the title character sing the "Flower Duet." Most nineteenth century grand operas were written in this language. This language of the operas (*) Lakme and Samson and Delilah was also used for an opera featuring the Habanera and the Toreador Song. For 10 points, name this language used for Carmen by Georges Bizet.
One opera written in this language is based on the Book of Judges, and features the mezzo-soprano aria "Softly awakes my heart.
{French} [or {Français}]