Renée Fleming, Bryn Terfel, Roderick Williams, Shenyang, Sophie Bevan Headline London Philharmonic Orchestra’s 2021-22 Season

The London Philharmonic Orchestra has unveiled its 2021-22 London season. For the purposes of this article, our focus will be on vocal and operatic works. The season kicked off with Tippett’s “The Midsummer Marriage” starring Robert Murray, Sophie Bevan, Ashley Riches, Jennifer France, Toby Spence. Edward Gardner conducted. Performance Date: Sept. 25, 2021 Next up is “In Bluebeard’s Castle.” The {…}

Aug 24, 2021

Joyce DiDonato, Jamie Barton, Roderick Williams, Lucy Crowe Headline Saffron Hall’s Fall 2021-22 Season

Saffron Hall in North Essex, U.K. has announced its 2021-22 season, which will feature some of opera’s greatest stars. “The past eighteen months have been challenging for everyone, but it’s a testament to Saffron Hall’s staff and supporters that we are able to announce such a such a line-up of great artists and ensembles. We have been open throughout the {…}

Jul 30, 2021

Roderick Williams, Diana Damrau, Elizabeth Llewellyn & Jakub Józef Orliński Lead Wigmore Hall’s Fall Season

London’s Wigmore Hall has announced the first part of its 2021-22 season. Here are the vocal highlights. Elizabeth Llewellyn and Simon Lepper perform an evening of Finzi, Puccini, Verdi, and Walton. Performance Date: Sept. 3, 2021 Ed Lyon and Theatre of the Ayre join forces for Boësset, Cavalli, Dowland, and more. Performance Date: Sept. 5, 2021 Sabine Devieilhe and Alexandre {…}

Jul 28, 2021

Sonya Yoncheva, Domingo Hindoyan, Roderick Williams Headline Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra’s 2021-22 Season

(Image Source: Domingo Hindoyan Official Website) The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra has announced the lineup for its first season under new Chief Conductor Domingo Hindoyan. For the purposes of this article, we will focus on vocal and opera-related performances. Hindoyan will officially launch the season with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 “Choral” with featuring soprano Anita Hartig, mezzo Jennifer Jonston, bass {…}

Jul 17, 2021

Medici.TV to Stream Dutch National Opera’s ‘Upload’

Medici.TV is set to stream The Dutch National Opera’s upcoming “Upload.” When the live performances of “Upload” could not take place last March during Dutch National Opera’s Opera Forward Festival, a film version of the opera was created. The work stars Roderick Williams as Father and Julia Bullock as Daughter. It also includes actors Katja Herbers (Psychiatrist), Ashley Zukerman (CEO), {…}

Jun 28, 2021

Amanda Forsythe, Mary Bevan, Iestyn Davies, Wallis Giunta Headline Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale’s 2021-22 Season

(Credit: Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale official website) Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale has announced its 2021-22 season. Here is a look at the operatic and vocal performances. Soprano Amanda Forsythe, mezzo-soprano Kelley O’Connor, tenor Brenden Gunnell, and bass Joshua Bloom present Schumann’s “Requiem” alongside conductor Richard Egarr and violinist Shunske Sato. Performance dates: Oct. 14 – 17, 2021 Performances {…}

Jun 24, 2021

Joélle Harvey, Nicholas Phan & Mary Bevan Lead Handel and Haydn Society’s 2021-22 Season

The Handel and Haydn Society in Boston has announced its 2021-22 season returning to live performances. For the purposes of this article, we will only focus on vocal performances. For the 168th consecutive year, the company will celebrate the holiday season with performances of Handel’s “Messiah,” at Symphony Hall. For the last time as Artistic Director, Harry Christophers will lead {…}

Jun 3, 2021

Renée Fleming, Joyce DiDonato, Fatma Said, Danielle De Niese, Roderick Williams Headline Edinburgh International Festival 2021

The Edinburgh International Festival has announced its 2021 slate. For the purposes of this article, we will only focus on operatic or vocal performances. Opening the season will be “A Grand Night of Singing” starring Danielle de Niese, Kim Criswell, Anna-Jane Casey, Damian Humbley, and Richard Morrison. Wayne Marshall leads the Edinburgh Festival Ensemble. Performance Dates: August 8-13, 2021 Thomas {…}

May 28, 2021

Véronique Gens, Sophie Koch, Roderick Williams & Lionel Lhote Lead Festival Berlioz 2021

(Credits: Franck Juery / Vincent Pontet / Groves Artists official website / Jacques Leinne) The Festival Berlioz has announced its 2021 edition that is set to take place from August 19 until August 30. For the purpose of this article, we will focus only on vocal performances. Mezzo-soprano Sophie Koch performs works by Hector Berlioz alongside Pascal Rophé, who conducts {…}

May 24, 2021

Roderick Williams, Ian Bostridge, Dame Sarah Connolly, Dorothea Röschmann Headline Oxford Lieder Festival’s 2021 Season

The Oxford Lieder Festival has announced its 20th anniversary season, which is set to take place between Oct. 8-23, 2021. Per a press release, the showcase will feature over 80 events with such artists as Ian Bostridge, Dame Sarah Connolly, Dietrich Henschel, Thomas Oliemans, Christoph Prégardien, Dorothea Röschmann, Carolyn Sampson, Anna Stéphany, Camilla Tilling, Robin Tritschler, Roderick Williams, Catriona Morison, Simon Bode, Stuart Jackson, Konstantin Krimmel, and Helen Charlston. In addition to {…}

May 11, 2021

Alice Coote, Roderick Williams, Iestyn Davies, Soraya Mafì Headline Leeds Lieder 2021

The Leeds Lieder in the United Kingdom has announced its slate for the 2021 festival, which is set to take place between June 17-20. The festival will be performed for a socially distanced audience and streamed live via the organization’s digital platform. Performances will be available for a month. “In a year when art and music have been needed more {…}