Haymarket Opera Company & Cedille Records to Release ‘Artaserse’

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Haymarket Opera Company is set for its second commercial recording on Cedille Records with Leonardo Vinci’s “Artaserse” (1730). The recording, scheduled for release on March 13, 2026, features the original cast from Haymarket Opera Company’s American stage premiere of the work, presented in June 2025, and the Haymarket Opera Orchestra under the direction of Craig Trompeter. The cast includes countertenor {…}

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Alexandra LoBianco & Kyle Ketelsen Star in Madison Symphony Orchestra’s ‘A Madison Symphony Christmas’

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(Photo credit: Elle Logan) The Madison Symphony Orchestra is set to celebrate the holiday season with “A Madison Symphony Christmas.” Music Director John DeMain leads the Orchestra in his 32nd and final season as Music Director, joined by soloists soprano Alexandra LoBianco and bass-baritone Kyle Ketelsen. Returning are the Madison Symphony Chorus under the direction of Beverly Taylor, the Madison {…}

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Artist of the Week: Jennifer Higdon

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This weekend, the Pittsburgh Opera is set to present the world premiere of “Woman with Eyes Closed” by Jennifer Higdon. The work is experimental in nature as it needs to be seen at least twice, as each night of the production has the possibility of a completely new ending. Over the years, Higdon has become one of the most acclaimed {…}

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Ann Toomey, Alfred Walker, Justin Austin & Kang Wang Lead Florentine Opera’s 2025-26 Season

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The Florentine Opera has announced its 2025-26 season. Kate Johnson, Grace Ryan, Zach Taylor, and William Dopp lead “Scalia/Ginsberg.” Bob Mollicone conducts. Performance Dates: July 18-20, 2025 Justin Austin and Michael Banwarth perform an evening “Al Fresco.” Performance Date: August 5, 2025 Aurelia Andrews, Jamila Drecker-Waxman, Lauryn Nelson, Zach Taylor, David Drettwan, and Daniel Weber will perform An Aria Extravaganza. {…}

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Ana María Martínez, Janai Brugger, Nicole Cabell & Eric Ferring Lead Ravinia Festival’s 2025 Season

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The Ravinia Festival has announced its 2025 season. Here is a look at the vocal performances. The festival will present Opera for the Young’s “The Magic Flute.” Performance Date: June 28, 2025 Marin Alsop conducts the Chicago Symphony Orchestra with Sutton Foster and Kelli O’Hara. Performance Date: July 13, 2025 The CSO & Chorus will be conducted by Marin Alsop {…}

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Haymarket Opera Unveils 2025 Season

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Haymarket Opera has unveiled its 2025 season. First up is “Ester,” an Oratorio in two parts by Stradella at the Gannon Concert Hall. Performance Date: March 28, 2025 Then comes “The Early Opera Cabaret,” which provides the double function of being a season preview and benefit gala for the organization. It will take place at the Arts Club of Chicago. Performance {…}

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Q & A: Soprano Rachel Redmond on Her Forthcoming Role as Aminta in Vivaldi’s ‘L’Olimpiade’

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(Photo: Christopher Wallace) In 2021, OperaWire reviewed a splendid concert presentation of Handel’s “Ariodante” at the Göttingen Handel Festival. With a strong cast, which included star names such as Marie Lys and Emily Fons. Quality performances were certainly expected, and they did not disappoint. However, it was soprano Rachel Redmond, whom I had previously never heard sing, in the role {…}

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Haymarket Opera Company Unveils its 2024 Season

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(Photo credit: Elliot Mandel) Haymarket Opera Company has announced its 2024 season. The season kicks off with “La decollazione di San Giovanni Battista.” Mezzo-soprano Fleur Barron makes her Haymarket debut, along with bass-baritone Christian Pursell as Herod and tenor Eric Ferring. Sopranos Erica Schuller and Kristen Knutson return to Haymarket. Craig Trompeter leads the chamber ensemble. Performance Date: March 22, {…}

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Palm Beach Opera Announces 2024 Season

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The Palm Beach Opera has announced its 2024 season featuring three beloved masterworks. In a statement said PBO’s General and Artistic Director David Walker, “After the incredible success of our 2023 Season, which surpassed revenue goals and welcomed many first-time audiences, we are thrilled to follow up with such a powerhouse season. Featuring three of the most illustrious and significant {…}

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Haymarket Opera Company & Cedille Records to Release ‘Artaserse’

Alexandra LoBianco & Kyle Ketelsen Star in Madison Symphony Orchestra’s ‘A Madison Symphony Christmas’

Artist of the Week: Jennifer Higdon

Ann Toomey, Alfred Walker, Justin Austin & Kang Wang Lead Florentine Opera’s 2025-26 Season

Ana María Martínez, Janai Brugger, Nicole Cabell & Eric Ferring Lead Ravinia Festival’s 2025 Season

Haymarket Opera Unveils 2025 Season

Q & A: Soprano Rachel Redmond on Her Forthcoming Role as Aminta in Vivaldi’s ‘L’Olimpiade’

Haymarket Opera Company Unveils its 2024 Season

Palm Beach Opera Announces 2024 Season