Laurence Cummings to lead Haydn’s ‘The Creation’

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(Credit: Robert Workman) The Academy of Ancient Music will open its first season under new Music Director Laurence Cummings on Sept. 28 with a performance co-produced by the Barbican. The evening, which will celebrate new beginnings, will see Cummings direct Haydn’s “The Creation.” The work will be enhanced with a stunning visual narrative from leading projection designer Nina Dunn. Cummings {…}

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Laurence Cumming Named New Music Director of Academy of Ancient Music

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The Academy of Ancient Music has announced that Laurence Cummings has been named as its new Music Director, beginning in the 21-22 season. Cummings is noted for his experience as a conductor as well as a harpsichordist. He has served as Music Director with companies such as the London Handel Orchestra, the London Handel Festival, and the Tilford Bach Society. {…}

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Elena Villalón, Asmik Grigorian, Nicholas Brownlee, Tamara Wilson & Francesco Demuro Lead Oper Frankfurt’s 2024-25 Season

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Oper Frankfurt has announced its 2024-25 season. New Productions The season opens with “Der Prinz von Homburg.” Takeshi Moriuchi conducts and Jens Daniel Herzog directs the work by Henze. It stars Domen Krizaj, Yves Saelens, Magdalena Hinterdobler, Magnus Dietrich, Annette Schönmüller, and Iain MacNeil. Performance Dates: Sept. 22 – Nov. 2, 2024 Nadja Loschky directs “Lulu” and Thomas Guggeis conducts. {…}

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René Barbera, Austrine Stundyte, Tomasz Konieczny & Issachah Savage Lead Dutch National Opera’s 2024-25 Season

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The Dutch National Opera has announced its 2024-25 season. Opera René Barbera, Roman Burdenko, Aigul Khismatullina, Alexander Köpeczi, and Maya Gour Star in a revival of Verdi’s “Rigoletto.” Yi-Chen Lin conducts. Performance Dates: Sept. 2-29, 2024 Britten’s “Peter Grimes” will get a new production by Barbora Horáková. Lorenzo Viotti conducts a cast that includes Issachah Savage, Johanni van Oostrum, and {…}

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Glyndebourne Festival Adds Performance of Händel Opera Following Record-Breaking Ticket Sales

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Glyndebourne has announced the addition of one performance of Händel’s “Giulio Cesare” this summer. The company revealed that due to a record number of ticket sales for its 2024 edition, it will add an August 13 showcase of the Händel work. Many of the tickets will be made available to those who signed up for the Under 30s program, which {…}

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Academy of Ancient Music Goes on Tour with Program to Honor Ignatius Sancho

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The Academy of Ancient Music will present “Sons of England” as part of a tour throughout the U.K. between May 25-31, 2024. The program aims to honor the work of Ignatius Sancho, the first-known Black Briton to vote; he was also an author and composer. The performance features “From Ignatius Sancho,” the first commission for historical instruments since the early {…}

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CD Review: Signum Classics’ ‘Infinite Refrain: Music of Love’s Refuge’

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American Randall Scotting has made a name for himself both as an authority on Italian Baroque music and as one of its most exquisitely timbered interpreters. The countertenor has in the past year alone released two albums, “The Crown” and “Lovesick,” a 17th century anthology about loss and heartbreak. With “Infinite Refrain: Music of Love’s Refuge” he joins forces with {…}

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Antonio Pappano, Carolyn Sampson & Judith Weier Highlight New Year Honours 2024

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Several major opera figures received distinctions as part of the King’s New Year Honours 2024. Among the honored musicians included Judith Weier who received a damehood and Stuart Murphy who received a CBE. Laurence Cummings, Alex Reedijk, Carolyn Sampson, and Emma Wilson all received OBEs. Meanwhile, Sir Antonio Pappano, Music Director of The Royal Opera became Commander of the Royal {…}

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London Handel Festival Announces 2024 Season

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The London Handel Festival has announced its 2024 season featuring Handel-inspired performances and events. The festival be held between March 14 and April 20, 2024. The opening concert will be “Esther HWV 50” at St George’s, Hanover Square. Performance date: March 14, 2024 Handel and the Human Voice will present a Singing Workshop at Grosvenor Chapel. Performance Date: March 16, {…}

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Laurence Cummings to lead Haydn’s ‘The Creation’

Laurence Cumming Named New Music Director of Academy of Ancient Music

Elena Villalón, Asmik Grigorian, Nicholas Brownlee, Tamara Wilson & Francesco Demuro Lead Oper Frankfurt’s 2024-25 Season

René Barbera, Austrine Stundyte, Tomasz Konieczny & Issachah Savage Lead Dutch National Opera’s 2024-25 Season

Glyndebourne Festival Adds Performance of Händel Opera Following Record-Breaking Ticket Sales

Academy of Ancient Music Goes on Tour with Program to Honor Ignatius Sancho

CD Review: Signum Classics’ ‘Infinite Refrain: Music of Love’s Refuge’

Antonio Pappano, Carolyn Sampson & Judith Weier Highlight New Year Honours 2024

London Handel Festival Announces 2024 Season