Yannick Nézet-Séguin has a busy schedule and it will remain so for a long time. The Canadian conductor has signed a lifetime contract with the Orchestre Métropolitain of Montréal as its Artistic Director and Chief Conductor. Nézet-Séguin is also the Music Director of the Metropolitan Opera since 2018 and maintains the role with the Philadelphia Orchestra since 2012. Nézet-Séguin made {…}
(Credit: Charles Duprat / Opera de Paris) As we continue to get into the rhythm for the new season, we present a quiz that puts one of the main elements of any new season at the forefront: new productions. Regardless of how you might feel about the current trends of modern productions, there is no denying that they present unique {…}
Argentine director Marcelo Lombardero is set to present a recital of Mozart arias at the Teatro Mayor Julio Mario Santo Domingo in Bogotá, Colombia. The concert is set for Oct. 1, 2019. Lombardero, alongside pianist Alejandro Roca and the Teatro Julio Mario’s Program director Juan Carlos Adrianzén, came together to select a group of young singers to perform in a {…}
On Sept. 20, 2019, Talents of the World returned to Carnegie Hall for an exciting concert, titled “David Gvinianidze and Friends.” Featuring a lineup of not just established artists, but winners of Talents of World’s “International Youth Music Competition” in Georgia, what ensued was a breathtaking showcase celebrating cherished works while introducing fresh and highly talented new artists. The night’s {…}
Against the Grain Theatre has announced that Robin Whiffen will be its first-ever Executive Director. She will join Founder and Artistic Director Joel Ivany in central leadership positions. Jonathan MacArthur, who was General Manager for three years, has transitioned to a new role as Digital Marketing Director. Miriam Khalil, who was previously Artistic Advisor, will now inhabit the role of {…}
(Credit: T. Charles Erickson) Nicole Heaston is set to make her San Francisco Opera debut in “Le Nozze di Figaro,” replacing Jennifer Davis as the Contessa Almaviva. The San Francisco Opera made the announcement on Friday, noting that Davis had been set to make her American opera debut with the role, but was forced to withdraw from the production due {…}
(Credit: Camillanylund.com) The Wiener Staatsoper has announced a cast change for the Sept. 27, 2019 performance of “Salome.” The company announced that Ausrine Stundyte has canceled the performance due to illness. As a result, Camilla Nylund will replace the soprano singing the title role. Nylund is currently in Vienna for a revival of R. Strauss’ “Die Frau ohne Schatten” and {…}
(Credit: Ken Howard/Metropolitan Opera) Dominican tenor Francisco Casanova has died at the age of 61. The tenor died on Thursday, Sept. 26 in Providence, Rhode Island due to health issues. The news broke on social media with family members revealing his death. Born on Oct. 3 in the Dominican Republic, the tenor began music lessons with his mother at the {…}
Sony Classical has announced Roberto Alagna’s second album for the label. The company announced that Alagna’s next album entitled “Caruso 1873” will be an homage Enrico Caruso. Alagna noted, “In 1873 was born Enrico Caruso. A century later, in 1963, it was my turn. Since then, his voice accompanies me. Singers of the past left us a legacy. This recording {…}
Olga Borodina has put out a statement in defense of Plácido Domingo. The acclaimed mezzo-soprano stated, “Dear Plácido! The world has gone crazy! For me you have always been the best partner and my teacher! Such as you have never been and there will never be! You are our pride! I wish you not to fall spirit! It’s just a {…}
In its 10th season, Against the Grain Theatre is set to take Puccini’s “La Bohème” on tour all across Canada and even live stream a performance via CBC Arts on Oct. 13, 2019. The live stream will be Canada’s first-ever professional opera livestream. The tour will take place between Sept. 27 through Nov. 7 with the first performance in the {…}