Aleksandra Kurzak, Nino Machaidze & Carmen Giannattasio Headline Teatro San Carlo’s 2018-19 Season

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The Teatro San Carlo has announced its 2018-19 season. The season will include some of the biggest stars in opera as well as some rare gems. Here is a look at what San Carlo will offer operagoers next season. Productions Riccardo Muti conducts the opening night with a new production by Chiara Muti of Mozart’s “Così Fan Tutte.” Alessio Arduini, {…}

Interviews, Stage Spotlight

Finding His Voice – Yusif Eyvazov On His Breakout At The Metropolitan Opera & His Never Ending Learning Process

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Over the past years, Yusif Eyvazov has skyrocketed onto the opera scene. He has made important debuts in London, New York, Milan, Los Angeles and Berlin and has been part of HD performances, galas, and tours. “I am happy. I never expected it when I started because you never have any guarantee and this is a dream come true for {…}

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Nina Stemme Wins 2018 Birgit Nilsson Prize

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Nina Stemme has won the 2018 Birgit Nilsson Prize. The Birgit Nilsson Foundation announced that the prize will be awarded at a special ceremony on Oct. 11, 2018 at the Royal Opera House in Stockholm. Stemme was recognized for her interpretations of the dramatic soprano repertoire with her respect for the composer’s intentions, her tireless dedication to the dramatic soprano {…}

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Carlos Álvarez To Return To The Metropolitan Opera

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Spanish baritone Carlos Álvarez is set to return to the Metropolitan Opera. The baritone told Platea Magazine in an interview that he will return to the New York stage in the title role of “Simon Boccanegra” and in “La Bohème.” During the interview, he also said that it was on the Met stage that he started to have issues with {…}

Opera Wiki

Artist Profile: Giorgio Zancanaro, Elite Verdi Baritone

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During the later 1900s, there were a few baritones associated with the repertoire of Verdi – the so-called “Verdi baritones.” While many might immediately turn toward Leo Nucci, Renato Bruson, or Piero Cappuccilli as the big Verdi baritones of the time, Giorgio Zancanaro was undeniably among the elites. The baritone, born on May 9, 1939, studied in his native Verona, {…}

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Artist Profile: Soprano Ghena Dimitrova, The Perfect ‘Turandot’

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Ghena Dimitrova, born on May 6, 1941, was a powerhouse soprano in every possible way. Known for a massive instrument, she would go on to sing some of the heaviest repertoire possible throughout her career. Her massive voice was recognized from her youth when she sang in the school choir in her native Bulgaria. She was offered a spot at {…}

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Bernarda Fink Headlines Concert In Teatro Mayor

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Argentine mezzo-soprano Bernarda Fink is set to grace the stage of the Teatro Mayor in Bogota. Fink will join the Camarata Salzburg and maestro Gregory Ahss in a program that will include works from Arvo Pärt, Antonin Dvorak, Johann Sebastian Bach and Franz Schubert The concert will begin with “Fratres” by Arvo Pärt, a piece which was commissioned by the Salzburg Festival {…}

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Artist Profile: Soprano Barbara Frittoli, Mozart & Verdi Specialist

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Italian soprano Barbara Frittoli was born on April 19, 1967, and carved out a solid career in the Italian repertoire. Frittoli, a Milan native, went on graduate from the famed conservatory in her city. Unsurprisingly, she would have a solid career at the famed Teatro alla Scala, where she worked extensively with Riccardo Muti in such operas as “Falstaff,” “Otello,” {…}

Reviews, Stage Reviews

Chicago Symphony Orchestra 2017-18 Review: Sublime Schubert & DeShong Debut Mark Enthralling Evening

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Celebrating 60 years of the Chicago Symphony Chorus was no easy task given the unit’s reputation for quality. That anniversary was marked this past weekend with a program highlighted by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Chorus putting forth an absolutely sublime Schubert Mass in E-Flat major. The three-part program began with maestro Riccardo Muti and the CSO performing the overture {…}

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Aleksandra Kurzak, Nino Machaidze & Carmen Giannattasio Headline Teatro San Carlo’s 2018-19 Season

Finding His Voice – Yusif Eyvazov On His Breakout At The Metropolitan Opera & His Never Ending Learning Process

Nina Stemme Wins 2018 Birgit Nilsson Prize

Carlos Álvarez To Return To The Metropolitan Opera

Artist Profile: Giorgio Zancanaro, Elite Verdi Baritone

Artist Profile: Soprano Ghena Dimitrova, The Perfect ‘Turandot’

Bernarda Fink Headlines Concert In Teatro Mayor

Artist Profile: Soprano Barbara Frittoli, Mozart & Verdi Specialist

Chicago Symphony Orchestra 2017-18 Review: Sublime Schubert & DeShong Debut Mark Enthralling Evening