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Q & A: Conductor & Arranger Jonathan McPhee on ‘The Essential Ring’

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Credit Frank Caliri Jonathan McPhee boasts a diverse musical portfolio. As the Music Director for the Lexington Symphony in Massachusetts and a Guest Conductor at the Houston Ballet, his expertise doesn’t stop there — he’s also a composer and arranger. With an affinity for arranging, he’s notably transformed grand pieces, such as Stravinsky’s “Rite of Spring” and “Firebird” into reductions. {…}
Interviews, Stage Spotlight

Q & A: Mezzo-Soprano Ashley Dixon on Her Experiences at Ravinia & Upcoming Projects

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It all started in high school for mezzo-soprano Ashley Dixon. Since her father was in the military, Dixon was constantly on the move with her family. Eventually, they settled in Georgia, where Dixon “begged” her parents to put her in the choir so that she could spend some time with friends she had just made. “Little did we know it {…}
News, Streaming

Teatro Lirico di Cagliari Announces Spring Streams

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The Teatro Lirico di Cagliari has announced new streams for the spring season.  The first stream of the Italian theater’s season will be Mascagni’s “L’Amico Fritz” conducted by Valerio Galli. Gianni Marras directs the production which will star Nina Muho, Valerio Borgioni, Martina Serra, Francesco Verna, Francesco Musinu, Enrico Zara, and Elena Schirru. The opera will be streamed on Videolina (Canale {…}
News

Catalina Cuervo to Host ‘Latin Heat: Sounds of my Land’

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The Long Beach Opera is hosting “Latin Heat: Sounds of my Land.” The panel, which will discuss Hispanic Classical Music, will be hosted by Colombian soprano Catalina Cuervo. Soprano Elizabeth Caballero, conductor Jorge Parodi, director José María Condemi, baritone and professor Ricardo Herrera will head the discussion. Andrea Catán, arts administrator, harpist, and promoter of Daniel Catán’s music, will also {…}
Interviews, Stage Spotlight

Q & A: Tenor Ramón Vargas On ‘Don Carlo,’ Working With Plácido Domingo & Why Verdi Was a Genius

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Mexican tenor Ramón Vargas is no stranger to Verdi’s “Don Carlo.” The Mexican tenor, who takes on the role at the Los Angeles Opera for the first time this season on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2018, has performed the role all around the world. He has appeared as the Spanish prince in Vienna, in Munich, and in Zurich, among other cities. {…}
Interviews, Stage Spotlight

Interview: Soprano Meghan Picerno’s Balancing Act

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Throughout history, many opera stars have managed to make the crossover to Broadway and musical theatre, enjoying successful careers in both. Most recently, Renée Fleming earned raves for her work in “Carousel” on Broadway. Paolo Szot is another in recent years who has also managed a successful development in both arenas as well. Coloratura soprano Meghan Picerno is another taking {…}

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