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Markel Reed & Trio Mediaeval Headline Newport Classical’s 2024-25 Chamber Series

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Rhode Island’s Newport Classical has announced its 2024-25 Chamber Series. Here is a rundown of the vocal performances on offer. Baritone Markel Reed takes on a program featuring works by Brahms, Benjamin Moore, Poulenc, Bonds, and Terence Blanchard. A former member of Utah Opera’s Resident Artist Program, Reed has performed with such companies as the Opera Theatre of Saint Louis {…}

Behind the Scenes, Interviews

Q & A: James Robinson on His New Production of ‘Galileo Galilei’ & Philip Glass

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Since 2008, James Robinson has served as the Artistic Director of the Opera Theatre of Saint Louis (OTSL). He has emphasized a great deal on bringing modern works to the company and has directed such operas as Terence Blanchard’s “Champion” and “Fire Shut Up in My Bones,” John Adams’ “The Death of Klinghoffer,” Marc Blitzstein’s “Regina,” Jack Perla’s “Shalimar the {…}

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Kyle Miller Joins Askonas Holt for Worldwide Management

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Kyle Miller has joined Askonas Holt for worldwide management. Miller will be managed by Joel Thomas and Mathieu Levan. During the 2024-25 season, Miller is set to make his Metropolitan Opera debut as Sensor in Jeanine Tesori’s “Grounded.” He is also set to appear at the Opera Theatre of Saint Louis in 2025 as Dr. Malatesta in “Don Pasquale.” Throughout {…}

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Eva Martinez, Lucia Bradford, Joshua Blue, & Joseph Parrish Star in the Oratorio Society of New York’s 2024-25 Season

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The Oratorio Society of New York has announced its 2024-25 season. Soprano Eva Martinez makes her Carnegie Hall debut in “Carmina Burana.” She is joined by tenor John Riesen, baritone John Brancy, choristers of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, and pianists Amir Farid and Blair McMillen. The concert features works by Orff, Brahms, Oliver Caplan, and Libby Larsen. {…}

DVD and CD Reviews, Reviews

CD Review: Tobias Picker’s ‘Awakenings’

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This is the second major opera based on the writings of British neurologist Oliver Sacks, whose case study “The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat” was adapted by Michael Nyman in 1986. “Awakenings,” by American composer Tobias Picker, is inspired by Sacks’ 1973 account of treating victims of encephalitis lethargica. Nicknamed the “sleeping sickness,” this coma-like condition is {…}

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Justin Austin to Perform ‘Don’t Be Angry’ Recital at Carnegie Hall

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Baritone Justin Austin will give a solo recital at Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall on March 5, 2024. Joined by pianist Howard Watkins, the program will feature works by Weill, Bienert, Eisler, Ricky Ian Gordon, and Owens, among others. “I often hear the phrase, don’t be angry,” Austin said in an official press statement. “We as a people are encouraged to {…}

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Justin Austin Named 2023 Marian Anderson Vocal Award Winner

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Baritone Justin Austin is this year’s Marian Anderson Vocal Award winner. As such, the baritone will sing a recital at The Kennedy Center on Dec. 12, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. The showcase will be presented by the Washington National Opera and will feature Austin alongside pianist Howard Watkins. The program will feature music by Olaf Beinert, Hanns Eisler, Ricky Ian {…}

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Sean Michael Plumb Joins Richard Tucker Gala

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The Richard Tucker Foundation has announced that Sean Michael Plumb will sing at the Richard Tucker Gala. The baritone is currently performing in the Met’s production of “La Bohème” and, this season, he is also set to perform at the Bayerische Staatsoper, Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, and Seattle Opera. Plumb will join previously announced artists Ben Bliss, Stephen Costello, {…}