Tenor Ştefan von Korch has received the Award for Cultural Entrepreneurship at the 27th Gale Club Antreprenor for his work as host soloist and artistic coordinator of the Musical Extravaganza season in Bucharest. Now in its third season, Musical Extravaganza presents opera and operetta in intimate thematic concerts with chamber accompaniment across Bucharest and extended stages in Braşov, Piteşti, Sibiu, {…}
Iaşi National Opera is set to present “The Merry Widow 2.0.” Sopranos Ana Cernicova and Nicoleta Maier take on the title role in Lehar’s “The Merry Widow,” on Feb. 6 and 7, respectively. The cast is rounded out by sopranos Diana lonescu and Angelica Solomon, countertenor Alexandru Savin, tenors Cosmin Marcovici, Andrei Lazăr, and Stefan von Korch, and basses Andrei {…}
Musical Extravaganza unveils its 2026 concert season. The “Revedere” concert opens the season. Tenor Ştefan von Korch and baritone Adrian Mărcan perform with pianist Alexandru Burcă. Performance Date: January 31, 2026 Soprano Oana Maria Şerban and tenor Stefan von Korch present “Je T’Aime.” Performance Date: February 13, 2026 The “Vivo per lei” recital serves as artistic programming at the opening {…}
The San Pedro Sula Philharmonic has released details about its upcoming gala event. Tenors Eduardo Sandoval, Carlos Aguirre, and Stefan von Korch are set to perform. The lineup will include opera favorites such as “La Donna e mobile,” “Una furtiva lagrima,” and “O Sole Mio, along with duets and trios. The tenors will perform under the baton of Oscar Barahona. {…}
To celebration the 130th anniversary of Carl Orff’s birth, “Carmina Burana” will be presented throughout Romania. The Arad Philharmonic under the baton of Neil Thomson opens its 2025-26 season with “Carmina Burana.” This performance will feature soprano Mariana Bulicanu, tenor Ştefan von Korch, and baritone Ludovic Kendi. They are joined by the children’s choir of the Sabin Dragoi College of {…}
Musical Extravaganza has released details regarding the remainder of its 2025 season. “Danube Waves” is performed in celebration of Europe Day by soprano Oana Maria Șerban, tenor Ștefan von Korch, and baritone Fang Shuang. Performance Date: May 14, 2025 (Luceafărul Hall) Canzonettas, arias, duets and pop opera pieces are performed by soprano Oana Maria Şerban, tenor Ştefan von Korch, and pianist {…}
The 2025 concert season for Musical Extravaganza has been released. Tenor Ştefan von Korch and soprano Oana Şerban perform in the “Love Story” concert. They are joined by the Ion Dacian National Operetta and Musical Theatre Orchestra. Performance Date: February 13, 2025 The “Duel of the Tenors” features Alin Stoica and Ştefan von Korch. The tenors are accompanied by the Ion {…}
Upcoming performances starring soprano Manuela Ipate, baritone Mihai Damian, tenor Stefan von Korch have been announced. The trio will serve as soloists in Carl Orff’s “Carmina Burana” along with the Choir and Orchestra of the Transylvania State Philharmonic. Cornel Groza is the choir director and the orchestra will be directed by David Crescenzi. This performance is slated for Jan 17 {…}
The Banat Philharmonic in Timisoara is set to present its Christmas Concert. The program includes holiday-themed favorites such as “Cantique de Noelle,” “White Christmas,” and “Adeste Fideles,” among other pieces. Soloist include soprano Cristina Maria Oltean and tenor Ştefan von Korch. They are joined by the Banat Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra and Choir conducted by Ciprian Teodorașcu. Iosif Todea serves as {…}
For its anniversary concert celebrating 25 years, the New Transylvanian Orchestra presents “Carmina Burana.” Romeo Rîmbu conducts the orchestra and soloists, soprano Daria Guți, tenor Stefan von Korch, and baritone Adrian Marcan. They are joined by the Transylvania Philharmonic Choir directed by Cornel Groza. Also on the program is the “Smile of Music” national tour starring soprano Teodora Gheorghiu and bass-baritone {…}
Details regarding the 20th anniversary of Romania’s holiday tradition “Vienna Christmas” have been announced. Seasonal repertoire will be performed by soprano Tina Munteanu and tenor Ştefan von Korch. They serve as soloists with the Sisi Chamber Orchestra from Vienna, under the baton of Robert Papocsi. About the performance, von Korch said in a press release, “Performing in a concert of {…}