Artist Of The Week: Javier Camarena Takes On His First Edgardo In ‘Lucia Di Lammermoor’

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Over the past years, Javier Camarena has become one of the most in-demand tenors in the world. His charisma, blazing high notes, and expressive qualities have allowed him to create history. For example, he is just the second singer in Metropolitan Opera history to sing encores in multiple productions. He is also the second singer in the history of the Teatro Real to {…}

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Artist Profile: Iréne Theorin, A Great Brünhilde of the 21st Century

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Iréne Theorin, born on June 18, 1963, is one of Sweden’s most renowned artists, known for her interpretations of the dramatic repertoire. She studied at the Academy of Music and Drama of the University of Gothenburg, which led to a contract with The Göteborg Opera. Then she studied in Copenhagen, where she made her professional debut. From there, her career {…}

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Artist Profile: Eva Marton, A Timeless Turandot

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Eva Marton, born on June 18, 1943, is arguably the most famous Hungarian soprano of the last few decades. She studied at the Franz Liszt Academy and made her professional debut at Hungary’s Margaret Island Summer Festival. Then at the Hungarian State Opera, she appeared for the first time in “The Golden Cockerel” in 1968. From there she made her {…}

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Composer Profile: Igor Stravinsky, Russia’s 20th Century Master

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Igor Stravinsky is one of the greatest composers of the 20th century, born on June 17, 1882. Stravinsky grew up in St. Petersburg, Russia and was taken with music from an early age. He studied piano and music theory as a child, though he received a great deal of discouragement from the likes of famed composer Alexander Glazunov. He was {…}

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Composer Profile: Charles Gounod, French Master

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Charles Gounod is one of the great composers of French opera. Born on June 17, 1818, in Paris, he learned the piano with his mother, a pianist, from a young age. He then entered the Paris Conservatoire and won a prize for his cantata “Fernand” in 1839. Despite attempts of becoming a priest, he resumed composition, his first opera “Sapho” premiering {…}

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Artist Profile: Mignon Dunn, Supreme ‘Carmen’ Interpreter

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Mezzo-soprano Mignon Dunn enjoyed a celebrated vocal career that she has now transformed into a legendary one as a teacher. Born on June 17, 1928, in Tennessee, she studied under Karen Branzell and Beverley Peck Johnson. On Sept. 8, 1955, she made her official debut with the Experimental Opera Theatre of America / New Orleans Opera Association. The opera in {…}

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Bringing Maria Callas Back to Life – The Team Behind ‘Callas in Concert’ On Creating A Hologram Of ‘La Divina’

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What was it like to see Maria Callas? There are still many that can recall the experience of seeing the great diva take the stage, but there will come a time when they will no longer be around. Many are already resigned to watching old videos or listening to old recordings, but there are some that have different ideas. In {…}

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‘Il Viaggio a Reims’ With Juan Diego Flórez Announces Cast

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The cast of “Il Viaggio a Reims” with Juan Diego Flórez and friends has been announced. The concert performance is set to star Spanish singers Ruth Iniesta as Corinna, Marina Monzó as Contessa di Folleville, Carmen Romeu as Madama Cortese, and Xabier Anduaga as Cavalier Belfiore. Juan Diego Flórez will sing the role of Conte di Libenskof while Anna Goryachova will sing the role of Marchesa Melibea. The rest of the cast will {…}

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Artist Profile: Jerry Hadley, A Great Tenor With a Tragic End

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Tenor Jerry Hadley, born on June 16, 1952, is one of the most renowned American tenors of all time, showcasing versatility in opera, operetta, and even Broadway. He was born in Illinois and initiated his career studying conducting. Eventually, he shifted to becoming a singer and earned a number of leading roles in his graduate years at the University of {…}

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Artist Of The Week: Javier Camarena Takes On His First Edgardo In ‘Lucia Di Lammermoor’

Artist Profile: Iréne Theorin, A Great Brünhilde of the 21st Century

Artist Profile: Eva Marton, A Timeless Turandot

Composer Profile: Igor Stravinsky, Russia’s 20th Century Master

Composer Profile: Charles Gounod, French Master

Artist Profile: Mignon Dunn, Supreme ‘Carmen’ Interpreter

Bringing Maria Callas Back to Life – The Team Behind ‘Callas in Concert’ On Creating A Hologram Of ‘La Divina’

‘Il Viaggio a Reims’ With Juan Diego Flórez Announces Cast

Artist Profile: Jerry Hadley, A Great Tenor With a Tragic End