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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …