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Q & A: Christine Goerke On Singing Isolde and Life as a Wagnerian
(Credit: Arielle Doneson) Hojotoho! Heiaha! When you’re at the top of the Wagnerian world singing Brünnhilde, what could possibly be next? Is there much left in the maestro’s repertoire to challenge a singer’s stamina, musicianship, and let’s face it, fortitude? It turns out that there is something, and it’s Isolde. After years of preparation, famed heldensoprano Christine Goerke is on the {…}
Always Singing & Smiling – Roberto Alagna On His Undying Passion For His Art, Taking Care of His Voice, & The Challenges Facing Young Singers Today
(Credits: Charly Hel) OperaWire’s initial interview with Alagna was set to take place after his performance of “Don Carlos” in Paris. But two acts into the performance, he had to withdraw from the performance and also postpone the interview. “I’m sorry we have to postpone,” he warmly said that evening. “I’d better not use my cords today to keep it {…}
Q & A: Harry Christophers On The White Light Festival & A Big Year for The Sixteen
On Nov. 7, the White Light Festival in Lincoln Center will present the U.S. premieres of James MacMillan’s widely acclaimed “Stabat Mater” and “Miserere” as part of the 10th anniversary of the festival. Harry Christophers, music director and founder of The Sixteen choir, will lead both works alongside the Britten Sinfonia ensemble. It’s a big year for Christophers, who is celebrating the {…}
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Kevin Short & Rochelle Bard Headline Mid-Atlantic Symphony’s Holiday Concerts
The Mid-Atlantic Symphony will continue its 22nd season with two exciting programs dedicated to the Holiday Season. MSO will present its annual Holiday Joy Concert on Dec. 6 in Easton, MD, Dec. 7 in Lewes, DE and Dec. 8 in Ocean City, MD. The concert will pay tribute to the great Pops Orchestras of America and will feature international opera {…}
Rhymes With Opera To Present Opera Potluck Salon
Rhymes With Opera will present its annual Opera Potluck Salon on Dec. 4, 2019 at the Flea Theater in NYC. The showcase will feature performances from the Rhymes With Opera ensemble, composer and cellist Fjóla Evans, songs from the Downtown alt-cabaret songwriting No Hope, and sound artist Matthew Sullivan. The RWO Salon series was founded in 2011 as a communal event at {…}