In Memoriam 2017: Remembering the Major Opera Singers That Passed This Year

For many, 2017 was a year to celebrate with many triumphs. It was also a tough year for arts institutions fighting sexual harassment scandals and numerous political issues. And it was also a year that saw many beloved artists and celebrities’ lives come to an end. The opera world was particularly devastated by the loss of many major stars, some of {…}

Jun 2, 2017

Obituary: Jiří Bělohlávek, Internationally Known Conductor, Dies at 77

Last Thursday, the honored and beloved conductor Jiří Bělohlávek passed away at the age of 71 after a long battle with an illness. He was in the midst of a five-year contract that he had just recently renewed with the Czech Philharmonic. The Prague native spent most of the early years of his career in Czechoslovakia. In 1970 he won the {…}