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by jurgrace
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Apr 13 '09 |
Gerard Causse: an excellent FRENCH solo violist
For an enlightening listening experience of a beautiful instrument, check out a CD of Gerard Causse.... read full review
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by shopaholic_man
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Mar 24 '09 |
100 Most Influential Albums Chapter Seven: From Rock Classics to Classical
Classical and Opera! Oh My!... read full review
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by virtuelle2
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Mar 22 '09 |
At ‘La Sonnambula' - ‘Twas I Who Slept (But Didn't Walk - and Should've)
Despite excellent singing overall, the play-within-a-play, grubby, realistic cynical postmodernist silliness does nothing for Bellini's lightweight excuse for bel canto singing and fireworks.... read full review
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by virtuelle2
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Mar 07 '09 |
Haven't Had This Much Fun at the Symphony!
Young violinist Lindsay Deutsch warrants your attention and close watch! A wonderful, intelligent yet emotive, fun and humourous performer! Maestro Grant Cooper programs another excellent night for WVSO patrons!... read full review
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by virtuelle2
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Mar 01 '09 |
Grand Wagner at the Lyric! (But Brown-Bag Your Dinner!)
Liked this more than the Met's production last year, also with the estimable Deborah Voigt! Revelations - Petra Lang and Stephen Milling!... read full review
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by smorg
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May 13 '08 |
Smorg's Shameless Diva-Worship Manifesto: Vesselina Kasarova
Artistically you'll either love or hate her, but there's no denying Kasarova's rank among the greats of opera. She is unique and unforgettable.... read full review
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by smorg
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May 05 '08 |
"We Sing For The Public": A Little Chat With Juliette Galstian (An Interview)
There are many good lyric mezzo-soprani around, but Juliette Galstian is still one of Europe's best-kept secrets. Here's a glimpse at the candid artist.... read full review
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by virtuelle2
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Mar 23 '08 |
The Met's 'Tristan und Isolde' (HD Broadcast): Falling Under the Spell at Last...
Finally 'getting' Wagner, thanks to this Met Opera HD broadcast, with Levine, Voigt and rest of cast; sets, lighting beautiful, too. Go see this if you can-live or in HD!... read full review
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by smorg
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Feb 17 '08 |
A Queenly Night At The SD Opera: Maria Stuarda (16 Feb 2008)
Donizetti's Maria Stuarda isn't a show to miss if you are in San Diego this month! ... read full review
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by virtuelle2
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Nov 04 '07 |
At the Lyric's Julius Caesar, Connolly's Cesare Sorely Missed in Otherwise Splendid US Premiere
Missed 'Cesare' at Glyndebourne in 2005 and 2006? Well, that 'Julius Caesar' is here, via the Chicago Lyric Opera--if you're in the area through 1 December, don't miss it!... read full review
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by virtuelle2
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Jun 19 '07 |
A Fabulous Faust (by Gounod) at the Cincinnati Opera
A beautiful production-by turns moving, funny and chilling-by the Cincinnati Opera that can easily compete with the Met's shows for sheer drama, comedy and all-around stagecraft.... read full review
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by Stephen_Murray
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May 21 '07 |
Two young operatic singers to watch (and listen!) for
Hear them if you get a chance!
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by Stephen_Murray
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Apr 21 '07 |
Watch/listen for young pianist Wang Yuja
see title... read full review
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by dolphinboy
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Mar 09 '07 |
Tangent on the Classical music write-off
The Romany legend has something that rings as true as any bell, for me.... read full review
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by virtuelle2
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Mar 05 '07 |
An Exceptional Evening with an Elusive Genius (Remote Repost)
Do try and catch Martha Argerich live - an experience worth the time, effort and expense, and one to be remembered for a lifetime.... read full review
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