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CD/DVD Releases – Week of August 7: Bellini Rediscovered In New Naxos Recording

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For opera lovers interested in discovering new artists and new works, this week will be perfect as Naxos releases two intriguing recordings with new editions of popular modern and classic operas. Here is a look. Vincenzo Bellini’s Bianca e Gernando Naxos releases the world premiere recording of Bellini’s first opera today known in its revised edition as “Bianca e Fernando.” {…}

On This Day, Special Features

Erich Kleiber’s Impact on the Opera World

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Erich Kleiber is widely considered one of the great conductors of the mid-20th century. Born on August 5, 1890, he was in love with Wagner’s art from his childhood, playing piano transcriptions from such works as “Lohengrin” and “Tristan.” He would go on to a legendary career, particularly in the world of opera, where he had a truly profound impact. {…}

IndieOpera, Reviews, Stage Reviews

Opera Breve 2017 Review – Carmen: The Criminal Minds of Carmen

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On August 2nd, Opera Breve brought a fascinating concept to life with their new production of Bizet’s “Carmen.” Stripped of its spoken dialogue and most of its music, this shortened version of the opera found most of its substance through the narration of a fictional psychoanalyst, Dr. Eva Stone. The details presented in the narration helped create an atmosphere in {…}

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Jonas Kaufmann Named Ambassador Of Jose Carreras Foundation

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Jonas Kaufmann has been named ambassador for the José Carreras Leukemia Foundation. In a press statement, José Carreras said, “Jonas Kaufmann is one of the most important singers of our time, and the fact that this highly-valued colleague supports me in our fight against leukemia is very important to me. Kaufmann will join the foundation in a gala concert scheduled for {…}

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Social Media Beat (Week 7/28-8/3): Get An Exclusive Look Into ‘Aida’ From Salzburg and ‘The Siege Of Corinth’ From Pesaro

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Festival season continues and many of the greatest artists are preparing new roles or in rehearsals portraying some of their favorite characters. Find out what some of them were up to, Ildar Abdrazakov attended the dress rehearsal of “Aida” at the Salzburg Festival, showing support for his friends and colleagues. He posted two videos from the curtain call and another {…}

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Weekend Preview – International (8/4-6): Anna Netrebko Returns To The Salzburg Festival With Riccardo Muti & Francesco Meli

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The Festival season continues with one of the most anticipated premieres slated to open. Austria That premiere, of course, is Anna Netrebko’s role debut as Aida at the Salzburg Festival. She will be accompanied by Riccardo Muti and Francesco Meli, who is also making his role debut as Radamès, with Ekaterina Semenchuk as Amneris. The festival will also continue runs {…}

On This Day, Special Features

Exploring Soprano Gabriella Tucci’s Only Two Commerical Recordings

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Many of the great opera singers have the luxury of leaving behind essential recordings. But some of them, unfortunately, don’t get that same opportunity, their voices often getting lost in history. This is not necessarily the case for the great Gabriela Tucci, born on August 4, 1929. The versatile singing-actress made a big name for herself singing across some of {…}