CD/DVD -Week of July 24: Paul Appleby & Anna Pirozzi Lead New Releases

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This week we see two DVDs from last year’s European festivals. One comes from Macerata, while the other comes from Glyndebourne. One of the works on display is a repertory staple while the other is not as famous. Both DVDs star established and up and coming singers. A New Trovatore Verdi’s “Il Trovatore” is arguably one of the most popular {…}

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Lithuanian Government Fires Opera Director Over Corruption

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There is some trouble over in Lithuania as Gintautas Kevisas, the director of the national opera and ballet, was fired from his position by the government on Monday night. Compounding the situation is the fact that Kevisas held the position for 15 years. According to reports, Kevisas faced accusations of making contracts on behalf of the national opera with his {…}

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National Sawdust and Curator Anthony Roth Costanzo Collaborate on a new Reimagined Production of “Aci Galatea e Polifemo”

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National Sawdust and Countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo will come together to present an exciting new tropical version of Handel’s “Aci Galatea e Polifemo.” The performances begin on July 12, 2017, and continue on July 13, 19, and 20. Every single show kicks off at 8:00 p.m. EDT. Costanzo will be joined in presenting this new unique version by National Sawdust (NS) and San Francisco {…}

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BBC Cardiff Singer of the World 2017 Preview: England Representative Louise Alder To Showcase Experience & Lyric Soprano & Experience

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“Louise Alder… turns in an incandescent, richly colored and urgent performance, which confirms her as the brightest lyric soprano of the younger generation…” So said the Arts Desk about the 30-year-old soprano, another major contestant in the BBC Cardiff Singer of the World Competition. Here is a look at who she is and what we can expect from her big {…}

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Obituary: Dorothy Dorow Dies At 86

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Dorothy Dorow has passed away at the age of 86. The English soprano died on April 15 after a lengthy career mastering the works of contemporary music. The soprano debuted in London in 1958 and went on to sing numerous world premiered, including works from György Ligeti, Hans Werner Henze, Luigi Dallapiccola, Sylvano Bussotti and Luigi Nono. Throughout her career was {…}

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James Conlon Extends LA Opera Contract Through 2020-21

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The Los Angeles Opera will continue to have James Conlon as its music director through 2020-21. The announcement was made on Friday according to General Director Plácido Domingo. Conlon joined the company in 2006 and has conducted a whopping 314 performances with the company and 50 operas overall. His first was Verdi’s “La Traviata” and his latest will be Mozart’s {…}

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The Non-Stop Debutant – Brian Jagde on Busy 2017, Verdi, Wagner & His Five House Debuts [Exclusive]

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30 performances. Seven cities. Five house debuts and two role debuts. That is what tenor Brian Jagde faces in 2017. The first half of 2017 that is. The tenor, who has been growing in prominence over the last few years, is slated for a monstrous calendar year that will see him make more house debuts than he ever has before. {…}

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A Look at George Michael’s Brief Relationship With the Opera World

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On Dec. 25 the pop star George Michael passed away at 53 and with it the music industry lost an icon. The English-born singer may have been known for his hit songs “Careless Whisper” and “One More Try,” but he also dedicated his life to charity work. This included appearances at several concerts for charity. He joined Luciano Pavarotti during {…}

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CD/DVD -Week of July 24: Paul Appleby & Anna Pirozzi Lead New Releases

Lithuanian Government Fires Opera Director Over Corruption

National Sawdust and Curator Anthony Roth Costanzo Collaborate on a new Reimagined Production of “Aci Galatea e Polifemo”

BBC Cardiff Singer of the World 2017 Preview: England Representative Louise Alder To Showcase Experience & Lyric Soprano & Experience

Obituary: Dorothy Dorow Dies At 86

James Conlon Extends LA Opera Contract Through 2020-21

The Non-Stop Debutant – Brian Jagde on Busy 2017, Verdi, Wagner & His Five House Debuts [Exclusive]

A Look at George Michael’s Brief Relationship With the Opera World