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Newswire | Vancouver Opera announces celebratory 65th Anniversary Season

By Newswire on 9 February 2024 Classical Music, Newswire, Opera, Vancouver, Vocal

FEBRUARY 9, 2024, VANCOUVER, B.C. / Traditional territory of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations – Vancouver Opera celebrates 65 years of extraordinary opera with the announcement of its 2024–2025 season. In October, Strauss’ eternally-charming Die Fledermaus opens the season, followed by Jonathan Dove’s compassionate contemporary classic Flight in February 2025. Puccini’s sublime masterpiece Madama Butterfly closes the season in blockbuster style with an extended run in April/May 2025. “Through dynamic mainstage productions and grassroots outreach, Vancouver Opera is celebrating all-time operatic triumphs for our 65th anniversary,” said Tom Wright, Vancouver Opera General Director. “Since our inaugural 1960…

Highlights | Juno Award Nominees and Grammy Winners Announced

By Zenith Wolfe on 9 February 2024 Classical, Highlights, Montreal, Opera, Orchestral, Toronto

From the announcement of JUNO nominations to GRAMMY winners, it’s been a busy week for awards!

Joel Allison as Masetto and Simone McIntosh as Zerlina in the Canadian Opera Company’s production of Don Giovanni (Photo by Michael Cooper)

Concert Review | COC’s Don Giovanni Leaves Audiences Yearning for More

By Denise Lai on 7 February 2024 Concert Reviews, Opera, Orchestral

In the COC’s latest performance of Don Giovanni, bass-baritone Gordon Bintner nails the titular role, and the orchestra breathes life into Mozart’s thrilling and elegant score.

Book Review | Solomea: Star of Opera’s Golden Age (Courageous Heart Productions, 2023)

By Joseph So on 2 February 2024 CD and Book Reviews, Opera

Given Solomea Krushelnytska’s exceptional career, it’s unfortunate that she is largely forgotten today. That is changing, thanks to a new biography written by Andriy Semotiuk, her grandnephew.

Ema Nikolovska (Photo by Kaupo Kikkas)

Ema Nikolovska: A Triumphant Homecoming

By Bridget Esler on 2 February 2024 Interviews, Opera, Toronto, Violin

When Ema Nikolovska moved across the Atlantic eight years ago, she was known in Toronto as a violinist. This year, she returns to Canada for a series of major performances as an opera performer.

Highlights | Valentine’s Day Music Specials, Hindi Music Gains Popularity

By Zenith Wolfe on 26 January 2024 Classical Music, Highlights, Montreal, Opera, Orchestral, Ottawa

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, the OCM, NAC, and other musicians are readying their hearts for a series of romantic shows.

Hilary Hahn (left) and Nicolas Ellis (right)

Highlights | François Dompierre Honoured in Concert, Apple Music Classical in Asia

By Zenith Wolfe on 19 January 2024 Classical Music, Highlights, Montreal, Opera, Orchestral, Theatre, Vancouver

Conservatoire de musique de Montréal will honour François Dompierre at its 80th century concert, TomoeArts is shutting down after 15 years of performances, and Apple Music Classical is now available in Asia.

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Newswire | Atlanta Opera Announces 45th Anniversary Season in 2024–25

By Newswire on 19 January 2024 Newswire, Opera

The Atlanta Opera celebrates its 45th anniversary during the 2024-25 season, with productions inspired by the archetypal “hero’s journey” found in myths and fairytales from around the world.

Left to right - Emily Rocha, Duncan Stenhouse, Gabrielle Turgeon (Photos provided by artists)

Newswire | Three New Singers to Join COC’s 2024/2025 Ensemble Studio

By Newswire on 18 January 2024 Newswire, Opera, Toronto

Canadian Opera Company welcomes sopranos Emily Rocha and Gabrielle Turgeon, and bass Duncan Stenhouse to its highly specialized development program for Canadian opera professionals.

Left to right: Franz Welser-Möst, Lorraine Pintal, Marin Alsop

Highlights | New Albums and Concerts to Welcome the New Year

By Zenith Wolfe on 12 January 2024 Classical Music, Highlights, Montreal, Opera, Vancouver

We’re starting off the new year with appointments to the Order of Canada and the Order of Ontario, a host of new releases, and several concerts featuring notable Quebecois classical performers.

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