Francesca Dego, one of the most sought after young violinists on the international scene, recently signed to Chandos Records, and for her first disc for the label, she can be heard playing Paganini's … [Read more...] about Francesca Dego plays Paganini’s violin for a new recording
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From the Vienna Phil to the MET management: the world is watching
In an open letter, Daniel Froschauer, head of the Vienna Philharmonic, wrote, The world is watching. 30% of the members of the MET Orchestra can no longer sustain a living in New York City due to … [Read more...] about From the Vienna Phil to the MET management: the world is watching
Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet wows TikTokers
Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet Theatre, closed since October 2020, put together a TikTok video with members of its opera chorus singing, oddly, a sea shanty – Soon May the Wellerman Come. More … [Read more...] about Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet wows TikTokers
Paris Opera cancels all productions until April
The Paris Opera has announced that as the health situation does not offer any prospect of welcoming the public back in the short term, it is “unfortunately obliged” to cancel performances until Monday … [Read more...] about Paris Opera cancels all productions until April
Alevtina Ioffe becomes first woman Musical Director of the Mikhailovsky Theatre
Artistic Director of the Mikhailovsky Theatre in St Petersburg Vladimir Kekhman has named Alevtina Ioffe as the theatre’s new Musical Director. Alexander Vedernikov, the previous Music … [Read more...] about Alevtina Ioffe becomes first woman Musical Director of the Mikhailovsky Theatre
Bryn Terfel and his first UK opera appearance after lockdown
After lockdown, Bryn Terfel’s first UK opera appearance will be as Falstaff at Grange Park Opera in June. Grange Park Opera was founded in 1998 by Wasfi Kani and has since staged more than 75 … [Read more...] about Bryn Terfel and his first UK opera appearance after lockdown
Zubin Mehta leaves hospital – Riccardo Chailly will replace him at La Scala
La Scala has announced that Zubin Mehta was discharged from the hospital this afternoon in good health. However, the fatigue of the past few days means that he needs a few days' rest as a … [Read more...] about Zubin Mehta leaves hospital – Riccardo Chailly will replace him at La Scala
La Scala’s online programming of recitals and concerts opens with Vittorio Grigolo
La Scala’s online concert and recital events for February and March 2021 The concerts can be followed via Teatro alla Scala's website, and its Facebook and YouTube pages. Recitals The Recital … [Read more...] about La Scala’s online programming of recitals and concerts opens with Vittorio Grigolo
New charity raises £100,000 to aid period-instrument ensembles
After the widespread concert cancellations since March 2020, former City director and classical music lover Tina Vadaneaux founded a new charity, Continuo Foundation (“Continuo”). It was established … [Read more...] about New charity raises £100,000 to aid period-instrument ensembles
[Interview] Antonio Pappano on adapting in strange times
Today is Antonio Pappano’s last day of quarantine after arriving in Italy to conduct a live-streamed performance of Mendelssohn’s Elijah on 29 January with the Orchestra and Chorus of Santa Cecilia in … [Read more...] about [Interview] Antonio Pappano on adapting in strange times
