Alondra de la Parra Joins Sheldon Artists

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Alondra de la Parra has joined Sheldon Artists for representation in the U.S. and Canada. The management company said, “Sheldon Artists is pleased to announce the addition of conductor Alondra de la Parra to its roster, for representation in the United States and Canada. A gifted and charismatic communicator, de la Parra has generated attention on the international stage for {…}

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Royal Academy of Music Announces New Head of Opera

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The Royal Academy of Music has announced a new head of opera. The school announced that Christopher White, one of the most respected musicians in European operatic life, will take over the department. Over the past 15 years, he has worked as repertoire, coach, assistant conductor, and language coach with some of the world’s leading companies including the Royal Opera, {…}

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UPDATED: Julian Prégardien, Ludwig Mittelhammer, Christina Landshamer, Kathryn Lewek Headline Cleveland Orchestra’s Mandel Opera & Humanities Festival

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The Cleveland Orchestra has announced its second annual Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Opera & Humanities Festival. “Building on last season’s successful launch of the Mandel Opera & Humanities Festival, the 2024 edition will continue to bring together our community and several of Cleveland’s great cultural institutions for exploration, discussion, and reflection around the theme of ‘Power,’” said André Gremillet, {…}

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Cleveland Museum of Art to Display Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, ‘Resurrection’ Autograph Manuscript

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Credit: Public Domain The Cleveland Orchestra has revealed that Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, “Resurrection,” autograph manuscript will be showcased at the Cleveland Museum of Art from Oct. 3, 2023, to Feb. 11, 2024. This treasured manuscript, donated by Dr. Herbert G. Kloiber in 2020, is momentous, being the only autograph manuscript of the complete symphony available and comprises Mahler’s {…}

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Wiener Staatsoper Announces Cast Change for ‘Turandot’

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The Wiener Staatsoper has announced a conductor change for its new production of “Turandot.” The company said that Marco Armiliato will take over the run of performances for Franz Welser-Möst who recently announced he was canceling engagements due to illness. The Italian conductor is one of the most sought-after opera conductors in the world. In recent years he has conducted {…}

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Cleveland Orchestra Raises Major Sum at Annual Fundraiser

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The Cleveland Orchestra announced that it raised $1.2 million at its annual gala on Sept. 30, 2023. The event, which featured performances by Richard Strauss and Johann Straus Jr., hosted over 250 guests. “We are honored to spend the evening celebrating The Cleveland Orchestra and Music Director Franz Welser-Möst, and the work they do annually in our neighborhoods,” said Helen {…}

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The Cleveland Orchestra Announces Conductor Change for Israel Performances

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The Cleveland Orchestra has announced that Daniel Harding will be replacing music director Franz Welser-Möst for a series of concert performances in Israel between Oct. 26-28, 2023. Per an official statement issued by the company, Welser-Möst was forced to withdraw from the Israel performances due to a treatment that he must undergo. He is set to return in January 2024 {…}

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Anthony Roth Costanzo, Zachary James, John Holiday & Joélle Harvey Lead New CD/DVD Releases

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Welcome back for this week’s review of the major CD and DVD releases. This week, audiences are in for many world premiere recordings as well as rarely performed works. Here is a look at some of the pieces audiences will discover! Virko Baley: Music for Emily Dickinson Toccata Classics releases an album dedicated to the music of Virko Baley, a {…}

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Top 10 Operas to See During Fall 2023

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It’s that time of the year again! The 2023-24 season is about to begin and audiences are getting ready to choose performances as they head back to the opera. With so much to choose from, OperaWire is breaking down 10 opera productions that are must-sees for all opera lovers from around the world. Aida – Berlin State Opera – Opens {…}

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Alondra de la Parra Joins Sheldon Artists

Royal Academy of Music Announces New Head of Opera

UPDATED: Julian Prégardien, Ludwig Mittelhammer, Christina Landshamer, Kathryn Lewek Headline Cleveland Orchestra’s Mandel Opera & Humanities Festival

Cleveland Museum of Art to Display Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, ‘Resurrection’ Autograph Manuscript

Wiener Staatsoper Announces Cast Change for ‘Turandot’

Cleveland Orchestra Raises Major Sum at Annual Fundraiser

The Cleveland Orchestra Announces Conductor Change for Israel Performances

Anthony Roth Costanzo, Zachary James, John Holiday & Joélle Harvey Lead New CD/DVD Releases

Top 10 Operas to See During Fall 2023