Celso Albelo Releases First Album on Sony Classical

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Sony Classical has added yet another opera star to its roster, this time in the form of lyric tenor Celso Albelo. The tenor is making his debut recording with the company, which was released on Friday. The album, entitled “Íntimamente,” will take us through the tenor’s Spanish roots and his love for Latin American music. It will feature music from {…}

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Maria Rebeka Announces New ‘La Traviata’ DVD For Naxos

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Marina Rebeka has announced the release of her “La Traviata” from Hannover. The soprano tweeted about the recording stating, “A video recording of ‘La Traviata,’ from last year’s performance in Maschpark in Hannover, is now available.” The DVD is being released by Naxos and also stars Francesco Demuro and Thomas Hampson. The semi-staged concert performance is conducted by Kerri-Lynn Wilson. {…}

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Watch Netrebko, Domingo, Stemme, DiDonato, Radvanovsky & More At The Metropolitan Opera’s 2017 Summer HD Festival

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Did you miss the Met’s Live in HD broadcasts courtesy of Fathom Events these past few summers? Still want to check out some HD broadcasts from the Metropolitan Opera? Well, you have a chance to do just that, at the Met. More like, right outside the Met, as the company will offer 10 free screenings in Lincoln Center Plaza from {…}

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9 Operas You Didn’t Know Jonas Kaufmann Performed In His Career

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These days Jonas Kaufmann is probably the most in-demand tenor in the entire world. His sumptuous technique and polished interpretations have made him one of the most engaging and exciting artists working on the opera stage today. While many recognize the tenor, born on July 10, 1969, for his spinto and dramatic repertoire (Wagner and later Verdi for example), Kaufmann {…}

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Social Media Beat (6/30-7/6): How Are Great Singers Enjoying The Summer?

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The opera world is in the midst of festival season. But that doesn’t mean singers can’t enjoy the gorgeous summer weather. Check what some singers did this week! Leah Crocetto showed off pictures of Coopertown as she enjoys her time off from rehearsals. This crew though. #independanceday #ggf2017 #ggfamily #summer2017 #happybirthdayamerica #opera #festival #love #soprano #ggfsiege #glimmerglass #singers #singersontheloose A {…}

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6 Stars To See At The Teatro Alla Scala 2017-18 Season

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The Teatro alla Scala has a very exciting season full of surprising works. But of course, at the end of the day, the most exciting thing about the new season is the star casting. These six stars in particular should not be missed, as some are making important role debuts while others are announcing themselves in new repertoire. Ailyn Pérez For years Ailyn Pérez {…}

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Jonas Kaufmann & the Other Opera Stars Who Have Featured At The Champions League Final

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Those in the opera world might not be privy to the fact that this weekend marks the final of the UEFA Champions League which will showcase Real Madrid and Juventus fighting for the big title. And while the Cristiano Ronaldos and Gianluigi Buffons of the world will be the spotlight during the match, the ceremony preceding it will feature something {…}

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The 6 Most Exciting Productions Of La Scala’s 2017-18 Season

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La Scala’s 2017-18 season was announced on Wednesday. As with every major season announcement, there is no doubt that some productions resonate more than others among the legendary house’s upcoming offerings. Here are our most hotly anticipated productions of 2017-18. Andrea Chénier There is no doubt that anything Anna Netrebko touches these days almost always turns to gold. And we can’t {…}

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Anna Netrebko, Sonya Yoncheva, And Francesco Meli Headline Starry Teatro Alla Scala 2017-18 Season

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The Teatro alla Scala has announced its 2017-18 season. The season opens with Giordano’s “Andrea Chénier” starring Anna Netrebko, Yusif Eyvazov, and Luca Salsi. Riccardo Chailly and Mario Martone direct the production, which opens on Dec. 7, 2017. On Jan. 11, 2018, Cornelius Obonya and Carolin Pienkos direct a new production of Strauss’ “Die Fledermaus” starring Eva Mei, Markus Werba, {…}

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Celso Albelo Releases First Album on Sony Classical

Maria Rebeka Announces New ‘La Traviata’ DVD For Naxos

Watch Netrebko, Domingo, Stemme, DiDonato, Radvanovsky & More At The Metropolitan Opera’s 2017 Summer HD Festival

9 Operas You Didn’t Know Jonas Kaufmann Performed In His Career

Social Media Beat (6/30-7/6): How Are Great Singers Enjoying The Summer?

6 Stars To See At The Teatro Alla Scala 2017-18 Season

Jonas Kaufmann & the Other Opera Stars Who Have Featured At The Champions League Final

The 6 Most Exciting Productions Of La Scala’s 2017-18 Season

Anna Netrebko, Sonya Yoncheva, And Francesco Meli Headline Starry Teatro Alla Scala 2017-18 Season