UrbanArias to World Premiere ‘UNKNOWN’ Song Cycle by Shawn Okpebholo & Marcus Amaker

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UrbanArias is set to release “UNKNOWN,” a unique song cycle celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The work, which will be created by composer Shawn Okpebholo and poet Marcus Amaker, will feature baritone Michael Mayes, soprano Taylor Raven, baritone Schyler Vargas, and conductor Robert Wood as he leads members of the Inscape Chamber Orchestra. The {…}

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Rolando Villazón, Eugenia Forteza, Chelsea Feltman Among Cast Members of Untitled Cabrini Feature Film

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The cast for the upcoming Francesca Cabrini biopic has been announced and opera fans will be excited by some of the cast members. First up, the film, which is set to star Christiana Dell’Anna (renowned for her turn in the hit series “Gomorra”) in the title role alongside Oscar nominee John Lithgow, Federico Castelluccio, and David Morse, will also feature {…}

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Xabier Anduaga, Lise Davidsen, Leo Nucci & Saioa Hernández Lead 2021 Fall Performances at Teatro Colón de A Coruña

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(Credits: Operabase official profile / Operabase official profile / James Hole/Decca Records / GM Art & Music official website) Amigos de la Ópera have announced the program of fall vocal performances at the Teatro Colón de A Coruña, Spain. Here is a look at what to expect this fall. Opera Vincenzo Bellini‘s opera “I Puritani” will star Nadine Sierra, Xabier {…}

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Spain Invites Plácido Domingo to Return for Performances

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Two major Spanish cities are inviting Plácido Domingo to return to their stages. First, Domingo is scheduled to sing in Madrid on June 9 at the Auditorio Nacional de Madrid; the performance will be a benefit gala organized by the Fundación Excelentia for the Red Cross. Performing alongside Domingo in the gala will be María José Siri, Jorge de León, {…}

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Kaufman Music Center to Present In-Progress Look at Lisa Bielawa’s ‘Centuries in the Hours’

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On May 27, 2021, Kaufman Music Center will present an exclusive, work-in-progress performance of composer and producer Lisa Bielawa’s upcoming opera “Centuries in the Hours.” The work culminates Bielawa’s 2020-21 KMC Artist-in-Residence appointment. “Centuries in the Hours” sets to music excerpts from women’s diaries which span three centuries; Bielawa found these excerpts during her time as a William Randolph Hearst {…}

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Obituary: Shepherd University Provost Scott Beard Dies

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Dr. Scott Beard has passed away at the age of 56. Born in 1964, Beard was a recognized pianist, teacher, clinician, author, and recording artist and the Associate Professor of Music and Coordinator of Keyboard Studies at Shepherd University in West Virginia. At the University, he began in 1998 as the coordinator of keyboard studies and in 2010 was named {…}

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Errin Duane Brooks, Joshua Blue, Elizebeth Barnes, Ashley Marie Robillard Headline Classical Movements Spring / Summer Slate

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Classical Movements has announced its plans for a spring and summer 2021 concert series. In a press release, the organization noted that it is still seeking out the proper permits from the Alexandria City Council in Virginia to be able to host the outdoor showcases. The concert series is set to begin on March 27 and would run through August {…}

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Will Liverman, Janinah Burnett & Vittorio Prato Lead New CD/DVD Releases

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This week audiences will get a chance to hear a number of solo albums, including a cross-over album. And what’s more, there is also a fashion opera on offer. Here is a look at this week’s new releases. Songs From Far Away Vittorio Prato releases his first CD-Book on Illiria. The book is dedicated to Francesco Paolo Tosti and Prato {…}

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Festival de Teatro Lírico Español Announces Two Cast Changes for ‘La Vida Breve’

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(Credits: Opera Online) The Festival de Teatro Lírico Español de Oviedo has announced two cast changes for its upcoming production of Manuel de Falla’s “La Vida Breve.” First, soprano Virginia Tola will replace Ainhoa Arteta, who tested positive for COVID-19 and is still recovering. Additionally, mezzo-soprano Cristina Faus will replace María Luisa Corbacho, who has also tested positive for the {…}

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UrbanArias to World Premiere ‘UNKNOWN’ Song Cycle by Shawn Okpebholo & Marcus Amaker

Rolando Villazón, Eugenia Forteza, Chelsea Feltman Among Cast Members of Untitled Cabrini Feature Film

Xabier Anduaga, Lise Davidsen, Leo Nucci & Saioa Hernández Lead 2021 Fall Performances at Teatro Colón de A Coruña

Spain Invites Plácido Domingo to Return for Performances

Kaufman Music Center to Present In-Progress Look at Lisa Bielawa’s ‘Centuries in the Hours’

Obituary: Shepherd University Provost Scott Beard Dies

Errin Duane Brooks, Joshua Blue, Elizebeth Barnes, Ashley Marie Robillard Headline Classical Movements Spring / Summer Slate

Will Liverman, Janinah Burnett & Vittorio Prato Lead New CD/DVD Releases

Festival de Teatro Lírico Español Announces Two Cast Changes for ‘La Vida Breve’