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Opera

Opera

Opera originated in Italy at the end of the 16th Century. A type of theatre involving classical singing, often opera includes solo singers, choral singers, orchestras/instrumentalists, dancers, and actors. Famous opera composers include Vincenzo Bellini, Georges Bizet, Richard Wagner, Giuseppe Verdi, Arthur Sullivan, Richard Strauss, Johann Strauss, Henry Purcell, W.A. Mozart, Giacomo Puccini, Jacques Offenbach, and Claudio Monteverdi. Some of the most popular opera singers include Maria Callas, Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domingo, and Joan Sutherland.

Further Reading: Opera

  • George Benjamin: Picture a Day Like This

    Just back from the premiere in Aix in the midst of preparing scores for his summer tours, George kindly spoke with us about his latest opera Picture a Day Like This. Read the interview here.

  • Henry Purcell: Dido and Aeneas

    The Purcell Society’s major new redaction of Dido and Aeneas was first issued in 2021. The new vocal score edition from Stainer & Bell reflects the latest thinking in terms of source studies and historical musicology, is of impeccable scholarly provenance, and facilitates practical application for performers. Find out more.

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