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Artist of the Week 16 Qs for Ambur Braid
Our Artist of the Week is Canadian soprano Ambur Braid, celebrated for her electrifying portrayals of powerful women and sensational debuts. We connected with her to chat all things opera, from lessons learned to favourite coffeeshops. Watch her sing the title role in Canadian Opera Company’s production of Salome running until Feb 24.
Juno Awards The Classical Nominations
The nominees for The 52nd Annual JUNO Awards were announced on January 31, 2023, by The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) at a press conference attended by media and industry notables inside the CBC’s Canadian Broadcasting Centre, in downtown...
Artist of the Week 28 Qs for Luca Pisaroni
Our Artist of the Week is acclaimed Italian bass-baritone Luca Pisaroni. Renowned for his captivating presence on stage, Pisaroni has continued to build upon his impressive career singing on the world’s leading stages and earning achievements including the Opera News Award and being recognized as one of Opera for Peace’s Peace Ambassadors. He returns to the COC this month to sing the title role in the company’s production of Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro, running until February 18.
OPERA PLACES Soprano Jessica Muirhead takes us to Essen
British-Canadian soprano Jessica Muirhead, described by the New York Times as a “multi-hued soprano with floating top notes”, is a very active presence in the European opera scene.
Artist of the Week 32 Qs for Gordon Bintner
Our Artist of the Week is Canadian bass baritone Gordon Bintner, who makes his return this week to the Canadian Opera Company’s stage singing the Count in the company’s production of Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro. Bintner has announced a number of exciting projects for this upcoming season, including a return to the Royal Opera House singing Albert in Massenet’s Werther, and a yet-to-be-announced debut at Lyric Opera of Chicago. Canadian Opera Company’s The Marriage of Figaro runs January 27 until February 18.
Winter 2022/23 Print Issue Stage Scenes Modern-Day Diva: Sharleen Joynt
The paradox of a talented operatic voice with a reality television presence is tough for certain purists to swallow.
Artist of the Week 27 Qs for Jordan de Souza
Canadian conductor Jordan de Souza kicks off our Artist of the Week series in 2023, answering 27 questions about life, music, and lessons learned. Watch him in Theater an der Wien’s new production of Offenbach’s La Périchole running until January 31.
McGill-Université de Montréal Piano-Vocal Accompaniment Residency Extends Application Deadline to January 23, 2023
This new, one-of-a kind program is designed for high-level pianists who specialize in collaborating and working with singers. Under the co-direction of Michael McMahon (Schulich School of Music of McGill University) and Francis Perron (Faculté de musique de...
Highlands Opera Studio Ontario Trillium Grant Will Support New Ways of Bringing Opera to Haliburton County
The Highlands Opera Studio team met with MPP Laurie Scott last week to discuss how its $92,100 Resilient Communities Fund grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) will support new and creative ways to learn about, and raise awareness for opera. According to Scott, the grant will create more opportunities for the community to get involved with the arts.
Tapestry Opera Accepting Applications for Women in Musical Leadership Program
Tapestry Opera’s Women in Leadership (WML) program is currently accepting applications. The program offers mentorship, practical opportunities to conduct across Canada, and the chance network with leading conductors in the field. The deadline to apply is January 30, 2023.
Editor’s Notebook: Winter Magazine Issue
There’s palpable energy within our industry as we approach the new year; a hunger to dive deeper into what the future of our art form looks like.
Artist of the Week 20 Qs for Bryan Wagorn
Our final Artist of the Week for 2022 is Canadian pianist and vocal coach, Bryan Wagorn. Wagorn regularly performs throughout North America, Europe, and Asia as soloist, chamber musician, and recital accompanist to the world’s leading singers and instrumentalists.