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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Nina Stemme, Jonas Kaufmann, Luciano Pavarotti, Renée Fleming, Sondra Radvanovsky Headline Metropolitan Opera Nightly Streams

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The Metropolitan Opera has announced its next two weeks of streams, which will be dedicated to two themes. The first week will be dedicated to Myths and Legends and the second will be dedicated to Love Triangles. Here is a breakdown. Week 54 – Myths and Legends Monday, March 22 – Gluck’s Orfeo ed Euridice Starring Danielle de Niese, Heidi {…}

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Thomas Hampson to Receive Milnes VOICE Award at VOICExperience Gala

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(Credit: Dario Acosta) VOICExperience has announced that the non-profit organization’s annual gala will take place via its web-based streaming service at 7 p.m. on March 25, 2021. The fundraiser will be hosted by legendary baritone and VOICE Co-Founder, Sherrill Milnes and will take place online to protect the health and safety of singers and patrons. The gala will include special {…}

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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

Nina Stemme, Jonas Kaufmann, Luciano Pavarotti, Renée Fleming, Sondra Radvanovsky Headline Metropolitan Opera Nightly Streams

Thomas Hampson to Receive Milnes VOICE Award at VOICExperience Gala