Artist Profile: Cecilia Bartoli, A Legend That Continues

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Cecilia Bartoli, born on June 4, 1966, is one of the most famous opera singers on the planet. The mezzo-soprano, who has also shown an ability to sing a number of soprano roles, was born to professional singers and sang her first public performance at the age of nine in “Tosca” as the shepherd boy. She then went on to {…}

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Artist Profile: Tenor John Osborn, Specialist of Rare Bel Canto Gems

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Tenor John Osborn, born on May 16, 1972, has enjoyed a prolific career specializing in opera repertoire that few other tenors venture to take on. The artist, who hails from Sioux Falls, Iowa, studied at Simpson College and made his professional debut at the Des Moines Metro Opera in 1993. He would then go on to win the Metropolitan Opera {…}

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Artist Profile: Soprano And Consummate Singing-Actress Eva-Maria Westbroek

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Dutch soprano Eva-Maria Westbroek, born on April 26, 1970, is one of the great singing actresses of the 21st century opera world. Westbroek studied at the Royal Conservatory of The Hague between 1988 and 1995 eventually making her professional debut at the Aldeburgh Festival in 1994. While she won some awards in her 20s, she made her major international breakthrough {…}

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40 Fun Facts About Tenor Joseph Calleja As He Turns 40

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Joseph Calleja turns 40 years old today. Born on Jan. 22, 1978, the Maltese tenor has risen to the ranks of being one of the greatest singers in the world today. In commemoration of his 40th birthday, here are 40 fun facts about this still burgeoning artist. He was born in Attard, Malta. He was inspired to sing at the {…}

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Obituary: Bolshoi Bass Alexander Vedernikov Dies At 91

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The Bolshoi Theatre has announced the death of Alexander Vedernikov. The company announced that the bass died at the age of 90 after being a household name with the company throughout the second half of the 20th century. Throughout his career the bass won numerous awards including the World Festival of Youth and Students (2nd Prize, 1953), the Robert Schumann International {…}

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Cast Change: Galeano Salas To Replace Pavol Breslik

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Pavol Breslik has canceled tonights performance of “Il Trittico” The Bayerische Staatsoper announced that due to illness he would not be able to perform the role of Rinuccio in “Gianni Schicchi.” As a result, Galeano Salas will take over. The Mexican-American tenor is in the second season in the Studio of the Bayerische Staatsoper where he is currently covering Rinuccio. {…}

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The Major Career Achievements of Rising Superstar Sonya Yoncheva

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At just the age of 36, Sonya Yoncheva has risen quickly to the peak of the opera world. Born on Christmas day in 1981, the soprano is already a household name in opera circles and is just days away from what might be her most essential Metropolitan Opera assignment. The soprano was born in Bulgaria and is said to have {…}

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Soprano Sumi Jo’s Major Movie Credits

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Sumi Jo has had a fascinating career. Born on Nov. 22, 1962, the South Korean soprano has not only established an international career singing at all the major opera houses around the globe, winning several major awards and competitions (including a Grammy), but she has also seen herself in contention for an Oscar. In fact, she’s had quite the career {…}

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Marjorie Owens and Quinn Kelsey Set to Perform in George London Foundation Recital Series

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Soprano Marjorie Owens and baritone Quinn Kelsey will be performing in the George London Foundation Series on Dec. 10th, 2017. The George London Foundation for Singers, established in 1971, awards promising young opera singers with awards of up to $10,000 to support their budding careers. In 1995 the recital series began in order to give winners of these grants exposure, {…}

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Artist Profile: Cecilia Bartoli, A Legend That Continues

Artist Profile: Tenor John Osborn, Specialist of Rare Bel Canto Gems

Artist Profile: Soprano And Consummate Singing-Actress Eva-Maria Westbroek

40 Fun Facts About Tenor Joseph Calleja As He Turns 40

Obituary: Bolshoi Bass Alexander Vedernikov Dies At 91

Cast Change: Galeano Salas To Replace Pavol Breslik

The Major Career Achievements of Rising Superstar Sonya Yoncheva

Soprano Sumi Jo’s Major Movie Credits

Marjorie Owens and Quinn Kelsey Set to Perform in George London Foundation Recital Series