Haydn’s Operas

‘Papa’ Haydn earned his nickname for fostering instrumental works – symphonic and chamber. Yet, it’s often forgotten that he wrote as many as 15 operas.

‘Papa’ Haydn earned his nickname for fostering instrumental works – symphonic and chamber. Yet, it’s often forgotten that he wrote as many as 15 operas.
The Sydney Symphony Orchestra presents a staged version of Richard Strauss’ opera Elektra in late February. American soprano Christine Goerke performs as Elektra, a role she has made her own. From the rave reviews she had gathered, this concert is certain to be a memorable one – but tickets are scarce. Here are links to…
In 2015, Ensemble Offspring is offering a rare opportunity to two composers and two performers to become a part of their mentoring programme, Hatched Academy. Designed to provide first-hand experience to emerging Australian artists, the programme draws on the skills and expertise of the Ensemble’s Artistic Directors, Damien Ricketson and Claire Edwardes, representing the perspectives…
All the music results from the 2012 Sydney Eisteddfod: http://www.sydneyeisteddfod.com.au/uploads/2012ClassicalSingingResults.pdf http://www.sydneyeisteddfod.com.au/uploads/2012ChoralResults.pdf http://www.sydneyeisteddfod.com.au/uploads/2012PianoResults.pdf http://www.sydneyeisteddfod.com.au/uploads/2012InstrumentalSoloResults.pdf http://www.sydneyeisteddfod.com.au/uploads/2012InstGroupResults.pdf http://www.sydneyeisteddfod.com.au/uploads/2012CreativeResults.pdf
Fantastic news from Dmitri Hvorostovsky’s website that following treatment for a brain tumour, the gifted and popular baritone is looking forward to returning to the stage this month for three performances of Verdi’s Il Trovatore at the Metropolitan Opera, opening the production on September 25 with further performances on September 29 and October 3, 2015. In December 2015/January 2016 Hvorostovsky…
Sydney Chamber Choir performs Ross Edwards’ beautiful Hymnus ante somnum (Hymn before sleep) in the second installment of its six week digital season. The choir has enjoyed a close connection with the eminent Australian composer throughout its 46 years. Edwards has composed prolifically in most musical genres and continues to be sought after for new…
It’s awards time again and the 2012 Art Music Award winners will be announced at the Sydney Opera House on Amongst the nominees are some of the leading lights of Australian art music – Brett Dean, Elliot Gyger, Paul Stanhope, Ross Edwards, Peter Sculthorpe and Clare Maclean, as well as comparative newcomers Andrea Keller, Peter Knight…