In a season that will conclude with a new production of Kismet, ENO has once again
come under criticism for the number of non-operatic works on the bill.
Month: May 2007
On The Town – English National Opera
MASSENET: HÈrodiade
HÈrodiade, opera in four acts.
Wagner Dream — Grand ThÈ‚tre, Luxembourg
http://music.guardian.co.uk/live/story/0,,2071182,00.html
‘Billy Budd’ showcases a decidedly different opera star
http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/living/arts/opera/s_505713.html
The Tristan Project, Avery Fisher Hall, New York
http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0db1a166-f994-11db-9b6b-000b5df10621.html
Eugene Onegin, Stanislavsky and Nemirovich-Danchenko Musical Theatre, Moscow
http://www.ft.com/cms/s/2f1cb14a-f991-11db-9b6b-000b5df10621.html
Franco Corelli: His Early Cetra Records
I often wonder who decides what records will be used to produce historical vocal issues.
Cesare Siepi: The Salzburg Recital of 1956; Arias from Norma, Faust, Don Carlo
For those who didn’t long ago purchased or exchanged this Salzburg recital via the pirate
connections, this is a fine opportunity to get maybe the best testimonial of this artist.
American Choral Music
The commitment of Naxos to American music is substantial and admirable.
STRAUSS: Salome
Salome, Musikdrama in one act.