The Met’s “Big Bet” on Contemporary Opera Looks Like a Loser
Apr 14, 2025 · Sorry to say this, but modern Operas are not "selected" by opera houses, most editors and above the whole academic world - which is the actual milieu where all new classical music, …
What are some great lesser knoown operas that have...
Nov 27, 2024 · I'm so sick of finding out about an opera that sounds interesting, only to find there are literally zero recordings of it. So, what are some obscurer operas that have recordings, and are well …
I can feel my old Rossini headache coming on.
Mar 21, 2025 · Rossini's William Tell is coming up on Operavision. Fun fact about me: I can't stand Rossini. Further fun fact about me: I'm determined to watch as many as possible of the standard …
Positive/Neutral/Negative - Opinion Survey - Select Operas of ...
May 2, 2025 · Positive/Neutral/Negative - Opinion Survey - Select Operas of... Gaetano Donizetti Positive: A generally favorable opinion. The work is regarded as well-crafted, enjoyable, or impactful …
How many operas can you name.... | Classical Music Forum
Feb 12, 2025 · How many operas can you name.... Jump to Latest 452 views 8 replies 6 participants last post by Macbeth Feb 13, 2025 N
Positive/Neutral/Negative - Opinion Survey - Select Operas of ...
Apr 30, 2025 · Positive/Neutral/Negative - Opinion Survey - Select Operas of... Richard StraussPositive: A generally favorable opinion. The work is regarded as well-crafted, enjoyable, or impactful in some …
Orcherstral recordings of Wagner | Classical Music Forum
Jan 26, 2020 · There are a lot of threads discussing the best recordings of Wagner operas, but, what about orchestral recordings of the instrumental parts of those operas? Which ones are your favorites?
Broadway Musicals that are closest to "Opera"?
Aug 4, 2016 · Operettas and musicals are not really distinct forms; they're just operas from different cultural traditions, employing the musical and singing styles of those traditions. I like to think of the …
Mozart vs Verdi | Classical Music Forum
May 2, 2012 · I do however prefer Verdi operas to Mozart operas generally. I really love the volcanically thunderous fire and blood passion of Verdi's musical dramas. I love the rhythmic arcing pulsing …
Are there any operas where you would change the ending?
Jul 31, 2025 · I would not say change the ending, but Fidelio should have an appendix, a love duet at the reuniting of Jaquino and Marzelline. There are no long Wagner operas. Only short attention …