Discovering Masterpieces of Classical Music — BÈla BartÛk: Concerto for Orchestra

In the Euroarts series Discovering Masterpieces of Classical Music: Documentary & Performance, the volume devoted to BÈla BartÛk’s Concerto for Orchestra stands out as a particularly accessible and well-executed release.

Donizetti: L’Elisir d’amore

For adherents of the prima voce school of opera appreciation, this Laurent Pelly production of Donizetti’s comic masterpiece may not hold that much appeal.

On deception at Sferisterio Festival, Macerata, Italy

L’inganno is this year’s theme at the Sferisterio Festival in Macerata, Italy.

Undeniable Influence

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970204619004574320190510992778.html

Les Huguenots at Bard SummerScape 2009

Why — they always ask — why — present
Les Huguenots?

SCHUMANN: Scenen aus Goethes Faust

Scenen aus Goethes Faust (op. WoO 3 ) [also known as Szenen aus Goethes ÑFaust“], oratorio in three parts with seven scenes.

Vivaldi: La fida ninfa

Although Antonio Vivaldi’s instrumental compositions were highly popular in his lifetime, and have been held in high regard throughout the centuries, most of his operas have been — until recently — relegated to obscurity.

Conjuring Mozart Themes and Sighs

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/08/03/arts/music/03gardner.html

Puccini: Madama Butterfly

EMI’s publicity for this studio recording focuses on soprano Angela Gheorghiu and her portrayal of Cio-Cio-San.

Paris: King Roger Goes Hollywood

Paris Opera seems to posit the question: Does anyone completely understand what Karol Szymanowski’s King Roger is about?