The Resonance Project to Present ‘Ukraine Benefit Concert’

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A benefit concert for Ukraine, “Concert of Compassion,” will be held on May 9 at the historic Congregation Sherith Israel. The concert will be held by the Resonance Project and will be produced by Jonathan Dimmock and Lukáš Janata. Mezzo-soprano Frederica von Stade will perform alongside award-winning composer and pianist Jake Heggie, musicians from the San Francisco Symphony, members of {…}

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Broadway Star Brian Stokes Mitchell Accepts $100,000 Donation to the Actors Fund from The Tabernacle Choir

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Photo: Allison Sullivan OperaWire attended a Dec. 8 media luncheon and discussion of the upcoming television presentation of “20 Years of Christmas with The Tabernacle Choir,” set to air on PBS on Dec. 13, and BYUtv on Dec. 16. The event featured Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle award-winner, Brian Stokes Mitchell, whose involvement with the choir spans over {…}

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Angel Blue Launches Fourth Season of ‘Faithful Friday’

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Angel Blue has launched the fourth season of her show “Faithful Friday.” The season launched on Dec. 3 with OperaWire’s David and Francisco Salazar and is set to welcome a new lineup of inspiring individuals which includes Renee Fleming, “Fire Shut Up in My Bones” co-star Will Liverman, jazz singer and producer Sacha Boutros, author Wendy Randall (“Once There Was {…}

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MET Orchestra Spotlight Series Season to Conclude High Above NYC

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(Photo: Related Oxford) In his January 12, 2021, State of the State Address, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo outlined a plan for resuscitating the arts within the State and New York City. Nearly six months to the day, on June 13 at 3:00 p.m. EDT, the MET Orchestra Musicians will present the finale of their Spotlight Series of concerts, “At {…}

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Jonas Kaufmann, Luciano Pavarotti, Angel Blue & Juan Diego Flórez Headline Top 10 Operas to Stream this Week

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Opera’s biggest superstars (past and present) are featuring in this week’s edition. There are some new works, recitals, and some classical masterpieces on offer. And a notable Latin American composer, Daniel Catán, also gets his due. Here are the top 10 operas to stream this week. La Hija de Rappaccini – Chicago Opera Theater (Streaming Now) We did note that {…}

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MET Orchestra Musicians To Honor Departed Members with ‘Songs without Words’ Concert

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On April 25, 2021, MET Orchestra musicians will present a concert of chamber music in the memory of the five members who have passed away since the pandemic began. They will be joined by renowned mezzo-soprano Frederica von Stade as the host and guest artist. This performance comes as the sixth in the MET Orchestra’s virtual “Spotlight Series,” with a {…}

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Anna Netrebko, Jonas Kaufmann, Renata Scotto, Joyce DiDonato & Luciano Pavarotti Headline Metropolitan Opera Nightly Streams in April

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The Metropolitan Opera has announced its next two weeks of streams, which include a plethora of famed opera stars and classic productions. The company will also showcase the premiere stream of the 1987 “Turandot.” The first week’s theme will be From Page to Screen while the second will be Once Upon a Time. Here is a breakdown. Week 56 – {…}

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Lise Davidsen & Oksana Volkova Lead New CD/DVD Releases

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This week audiences can hear the latest album by one of the most exciting artists in opera right now as well as a new exciting works. There are also rarely performed works, a DVD of a recent world premiere and a new album by a famed mezzo. Let’s take a look. Beethoven Wagner Verdi Lise Davidsen releases her second album {…}

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Luciano Pavarotti, J’Nai Bridges, Ana Maria Martinez, Benjamin Bernheim, Hildegard Behrens Headline Top 10 Operas to Stream This Week

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Even though we are slowly inching back to real-world performances, streaming in the opera world is going as strong as ever. In this week’s edition of the Top 10 you will see your fair share of operatic repertory as well as some unique recital experiences. Atilla – OperaVision (NOW) Operavision will stream a 2011 performance of the early Verdi opera {…}

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The Resonance Project to Present ‘Ukraine Benefit Concert’

Broadway Star Brian Stokes Mitchell Accepts $100,000 Donation to the Actors Fund from The Tabernacle Choir

Angel Blue Launches Fourth Season of ‘Faithful Friday’

MET Orchestra Spotlight Series Season to Conclude High Above NYC

Jonas Kaufmann, Luciano Pavarotti, Angel Blue & Juan Diego Flórez Headline Top 10 Operas to Stream this Week

MET Orchestra Musicians To Honor Departed Members with ‘Songs without Words’ Concert

Anna Netrebko, Jonas Kaufmann, Renata Scotto, Joyce DiDonato & Luciano Pavarotti Headline Metropolitan Opera Nightly Streams in April

Lise Davidsen & Oksana Volkova Lead New CD/DVD Releases

Luciano Pavarotti, J’Nai Bridges, Ana Maria Martinez, Benjamin Bernheim, Hildegard Behrens Headline Top 10 Operas to Stream This Week