In Tune with Opera Philadelphia http://operaphila.podomatic.com Learn more about Opera Philadelphia productions through the informative audio magazine, In Tune with the Opera Philadelphia, a series of podcasts on upcoming pieces. en-us podOmatic RSS Generator Sat, 25 May 2013 10:47:05 GMT classical,music,opera,philadelphia,philly,theater,vocal,Music,Philadelphia Get ready for our upcoming productions by downloading our podcasts. Opera Philadelphia socialweb@operaphila.org clean no Opera Philadelphia Learn more about Opera Philadelphia productions through the informative audio magazine, In Tune with the Opera Philadelphia, a series of podcasts on upcoming pieces. Silent Night: East Coast Premiere
For those attending the East Coast premiere of Silent Night during its February 8-17th performances at the Academy of Music, In Tune host Michael Bolton reviews the major characters who make up the French, German and Scottish contingents in the opera and outlines the opera’s plot in a synopsis. ]]> http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2013-02-05T14_34_38-08_00 http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2013-02-05T14_34_38-08_00 Tue, 05 Feb 2013 22:34:38 GMT 2013-02-05 2013-02-05 http://operaphila.podomatic.com Opera Philadelphia audio,burden,campbell,classical,kevin,mark,night,opera,philadelphia,philly,podcasts,productions,puts,silent,tune,upcoming,vocal,william 943 clean 1 For those attending the East Coast premiere of Silent Night during its February 8-17th performances at the Academy of Music, In Tune host Michael Bolton reviews the major characters who make up the French, German and Scottish contingents in the opera and outlines the opera’s plot in a synopsis. For those attending the East Coast premiere of Silent Night during its February 8-17th performanc... SIlent Night: An Interview from Kelly Kaduce

Soprano Kelly Kaduce returns to Philadelphia as Anna Sorenson, the Danish soprano who will stop at nothing to ensure the safety of her beloved Nikolaus Sprink. No stranger to contemporary works and new operas, Ms. Kaduce talks about Anna’s strength of character as well as the glories of Kevin Puts’ lush and tuneful score. The Opera’s Michael Bolton hosts.

For tickets and more information on Silent Night, visit http://www.operaphila.org/production/silent-night.

]]> http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2013-02-07T14_09_08-08_00 http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2013-02-07T14_09_08-08_00 Thu, 07 Feb 2013 22:09:08 GMT 2013-02-07 2013-02-05 http://operaphila.podomatic.com Opera Philadelphia bill,burden,campbell,classical,kaduce,kelly,kevin,mark,music,opera,philadelphia,philly,podcasts,productions,puts,tune,vocal 432 clean 2 Soprano Kelly Kaduce returns to Philadelphia as Anna Sorenson, the Danish soprano who will stop at nothing to ensure the safety of her beloved Nikolaus Sprink. No stranger to contemporary works and new operas, Ms. Kaduce talks about Anna’s strength of character as well as the glories of Kevin Puts’ lush and tuneful score. The Opera’s Michael Bolton hosts. For tickets and more information on Silent Night, visit http://www.operaphila.org/production/silent-night. Soprano Kelly Kaduce returns to Philadelphia as Anna Sorenson, the Danish soprano who will stop a... Silent Night: An Interview with William Burden

For this edition of In Tune, host Michael Bolton speaks to tenor William Burden, who stars in Silent Night as Nikolaus Sprink, an operatic tenor turned soldier inspires a moment of peace through the sound of his voice and the power of music. Mr. Burden talks about the thrill of creating a new opera and losing himself in his characterizations.

For tickets and more information on Silent Night, visit http://www.operaphila.org/production/silent-night.

]]> http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2013-02-07T04_00_00-08_00 http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2013-02-07T04_00_00-08_00 Thu, 07 Feb 2013 12:00:00 GMT 2013-02-07 2013-02-05 http://operaphila.podomatic.com Opera Philadelphia bill,burden,campbell,kevin,mark,music,opera,philadelphia,podcasts,prize,productions,pulitzer,puts,theater,tune,vocal,william,winning 440 clean 3 For this edition of In Tune, host Michael Bolton speaks to tenor William Burden, who stars in Silent Night as Nikolaus Sprink, an operatic tenor turned soldier inspires a moment of peace through the sound of his voice and the power of music. Mr. Burden talks about the thrill of creating a new opera and losing himself in his characterizations. For tickets and more information on Silent Night, visit http://www.operaphila.org/production/silent-night. For this edition of In Tune, host Michael Bolton speaks to tenor William Burden, who stars in Sil... Silent Night: An Interview with Troy Cook
For this edition of In Tune, co-hosts Michael Bolton and Maren Montalbano interview one of Philadelphia’s favorite baritones, Troy Cook, who stars in the February production of Kevin Puts and Mark Campbell’s Pulitzer Prize winning opera, Silent Night. Mr. Cook talks about his role in the opera as Father Palmer, a role he created at the world premiere of the opera and reprises in Philadelphia, and this fascinating and beautiful new work. ]]> http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2013-01-10T09_28_16-08_00 http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2013-01-10T09_28_16-08_00 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 17:28:16 GMT 2013-01-10 2013-01-10 http://operaphila.podomatic.com Opera Philadelphia academy,campbell,classical,company,cook,kevin,mark,music,night,of,opera,philadelphia,philly,productions,puts,silent,theater,troy,tune,upcoming,vocal 670 clean 4 For this edition of In Tune, co-hosts Michael Bolton and Maren Montalbano interview one of Philadelphia’s favorite baritones, Troy Cook, who stars in the February production of Kevin Puts and Mark Campbell’s Pulitzer Prize winning opera, Silent Night. Mr. Cook talks about his role in the opera as Father Palmer, a role he created at the world premiere of the opera and reprises in Philadelphia, and this fascinating and beautiful new work. For this edition of In Tune, co-hosts Michael Bolton and Maren Montalbano interview one of Philad... Manon Lescaut

The "material girl" at the heart of Abbé Prévost's novella, Manon Lescaut, is one of literature's most charming yet enigmatic heroines. She has inspired no less than 4 operas, 2 ballets, films and more - including Giacomo Puccini's first major success.

In Tune with the Opera Company of Philadelphia, hosted by Michael Bolton and Maren Montalbano, takes a look at Puccini's lush romantic score in preparation for OCP's April 2012 production of the opera.

These performances at the Academy of Music mark the first professional Philadelphia performances of the opera in 25 years and stars 2011 Metropolitan Opera National Council Audition Winner Michelle Johnson, Thiago Arancam, Troy Cook and Daniel Mobbs.

Musical excerpts on the podcast are provided by Allegro Music Group on the Opera d'Oro label, catalogue number 1428.  This complete recording can be purchased online at http://www.allegro-music.com/online_catalog.asp?sku_tag=OPD31428.

]]> http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2012-04-06T12_53_46-07_00 http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2012-04-06T12_53_46-07_00 Fri, 06 Apr 2012 19:53:46 GMT 2012-04-06 2012-04-06 http://operaphila.podomatic.com Opera Philadelphia audio/mpeg,classical,company,music,opera,philadelphia,philly,podcasts,productions,theater,tune,vocal 2576 clean 5 The "material girl" at the heart of Abbé Prévost's novella, Manon Lescaut, is one of literature's most charming yet enigmatic heroines. She has inspired no less than 4 operas, 2 ballets, films and more - including Giacomo Puccini's first major success. In Tune with the Opera Company of Philadelphia, hosted by Michael Bolton and Maren Montalbano, takes a look at Puccini's lush romantic score in preparation for OCP's April 2012 production of the opera. These performances at the Academy of Music mark the first professional Philadelphia performances of the opera in 25 years and stars 2011 Metropolitan Opera National Council Audition Winner Michelle Johnson, Thiago Arancam, Troy Cook and Daniel Mobbs. Musical excerpts on the podcast are provided by Allegro Music Group on the Opera d'Oro label, catalogue number 1428.  This complete recording can be purchased online at http://www.allegro-music.com/online_catalog.asp?sku_tag=OPD31428. The "material girl" at the heart of Abbé Prévost's novella, Manon Lescaut, is one ... Elegy for Young Lovers

For those who find themselves in the company of poet Gregor Mittenhofer, the results may be as dramatic as the deadly snowstorm that swirls around the mountain inn where they find themselves. Hans Werner Henze, considered to be one of the foremost composers of our time, brings us this powerful and acclaimed opera.
Listen to In Tune with the Opera Company of Philadelphia to find out more this upcoming production, part of OCP's Aurora Series for Chamber Opera at the Perelman Theater. A Philadelphia-area Henze enthusiast takes us through this 1961 masterpiece, reviews the genesis of the opera, and provides a musical guide. This podcast is hosted by OCP's Michael Bolton.
These performances mark the Philadelphia Premiere of the work, which has not been performed in the U.S. for nearly 20 years. Elegy for Young Lovers is produced in association with the Opera Company of Philadelphia, Curtis Opera Theatre, and Kimmel Center Presents.

]]> http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2012-03-09T08_40_38-08_00 http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2012-03-09T08_40_38-08_00 Fri, 09 Mar 2012 16:40:38 GMT 2012-03-09 2012-03-09 http://operaphila.podomatic.com Opera Philadelphia "opera,classical,company,music,ocp,of,opera,philadelphia,philadelphia",podcasts,productions,theater,upcoming 2167 clean 6 For those who find themselves in the company of poet Gregor Mittenhofer, the results may be as dramatic as the deadly snowstorm that swirls around the mountain inn where they find themselves. Hans Werner Henze, considered to be one of the foremost composers of our time, brings us this powerful and acclaimed opera.Listen to In Tune with the Opera Company of Philadelphia to find out more this upcoming production, part of OCP's Aurora Series for Chamber Opera at the Perelman Theater. A Philadelphia-area Henze enthusiast takes us through this 1961 masterpiece, reviews the genesis of the opera, and provides a musical guide. This podcast is hosted by OCP's Michael Bolton.These performances mark the Philadelphia Premiere of the work, which has not been performed in the U.S. for nearly 20 years. Elegy for Young Lovers is produced in association with the Opera Company of Philadelphia, Curtis Opera Theatre, and Kimmel Center Presents. For those who find themselves in the company of poet Gregor Mittenhofer, the results may be as dr... The Abduction from the Seraglio
Listen in for a preview of OCP's February production of Mozart's comic gem, including interviews with OCP Artistic Director Robert B. Driver, soprano Elizabeth Reiter, musical excerpts, plot synopsis and more. ]]> http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2012-02-28T09_43_53-08_00 http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2012-02-28T09_43_53-08_00 Tue, 28 Feb 2012 17:43:53 GMT 2012-02-28 2012-02-28 http://operaphila.podomatic.com Opera Philadelphia audio,music,philadelphia,philly,podcasts,productions,vocal 2811 clean 7 Listen in for a preview of OCP's February production of Mozart's comic gem, including interviews with OCP Artistic Director Robert B. Driver, soprano Elizabeth Reiter, musical excerpts, plot synopsis and more. Listen in for a preview of OCP's February production of Mozart's comic gem, including interviews ... Two Exciting New American Operas

The Opera Company of Philadelphia will host the local premieres of two exciting new American operas over the next several months: Nico Muhly and Stephen Karam's Dark Sisters and Kevin Puts and Mark Campbell's Silent Night. Both operas had their world premiere in November 2011. Podcast hosts Michael Bolton and Maren Montalbano talk with two Philadelphia favorites, soprano Jennifer Check (Almera in Dark Sisters) and baritone Troy Cook (Father Palmer in Silent Night) about these operas and their experience working with the amazingly gifted creators of these operas.

]]> http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2011-11-29T06_36_30-08_00 http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2011-11-29T06_36_30-08_00 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 14:36:30 GMT 2011-11-29 2011-11-28 http://operaphila.podomatic.com Opera Philadelphia "opera,campbell,classical,company,dark,karam,kevin,mark,muhly,music,nico,night,ocp,of,opera,philadelphia,philadelphia",podcasts,productions,puts,silent,sisters,stephen,theater,upcoming 2438 clean 8 The Opera Company of Philadelphia will host the local premieres of two exciting new American operas over the next several months: Nico Muhly and Stephen Karam's Dark Sisters and Kevin Puts and Mark Campbell's Silent Night. Both operas had their world premiere in November 2011. Podcast hosts Michael Bolton and Maren Montalbano talk with two Philadelphia favorites, soprano Jennifer Check (Almera in Dark Sisters) and baritone Troy Cook (Father Palmer in Silent Night) about these operas and their experience working with the amazingly gifted creators of these operas. The Opera Company of Philadelphia will host the local premieres of two exciting new Am... Carmen - Part II
Opera’s ultimate temptress opens the season with a sizzle in this classic production that transports you to sultry Seville. The story of a beguiling gypsy who sets her sights on a naïve but passionate young corporal, Carmen traces a tale of seduction, obsession, and deadly betrayal. Bizet’s masterpiece features many of opera’s most powerful melodies, from the bewitching “Habanera,” to the passionate “Seguidilla,” and the bravura of the “Toreador” song, capturing the imagination from the first notes of its renowned overture. Hosted by OCP's Director of Community Programs Michael Bolton, this edition of In Tune with the Opera Company of Philadelphia features interviews with Carmen cast members Rinat Shaham, David Pomeroy and Ailyn Pérez and provides in depth information about the Company's free public HD screen simulcast of Bizet's opera at Independence Mall in the Independence National Historical Park. ]]> http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2011-09-29T06_22_40-07_00 http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2011-09-29T06_22_40-07_00 Thu, 29 Sep 2011 13:22:40 GMT 2011-09-29 2011-09-29 http://operaphila.podomatic.com Opera Philadelphia ailyn,audio,audio/mpeg,bizet,bolton,carmen,classical,company,david,download,in,independence,mall,michael,ocp,opera,phila,philadelphia,philly,pomeroy,rinat,shaham,simulcast,the,tune,with 2070 no 9 Opera’s ultimate temptress opens the season with a sizzle in this classic production that transports you to sultry Seville. The story of a beguiling gypsy who sets her sights on a naïve but passionate young corporal, Carmen traces a tale of seduction, obsession, and deadly betrayal. Bizet’s masterpiece features many of opera’s most powerful melodies, from the bewitching “Habanera,” to the passionate “Seguidilla,” and the bravura of the “Toreador” song, capturing the imagination from the first notes of its renowned overture. Hosted by OCP's Director of Community Programs Michael Bolton, this edition of In Tune with the Opera Company of Philadelphia features interviews with Carmen cast members Rinat Shaham, David Pomeroy and Ailyn Pérez and provides in depth information about the Company's free public HD screen simulcast of Bizet's opera at Independence Mall in the Independence National Historical Park. Opera’s ultimate temptress opens the season with a sizzle in this classic production that transpo... Carmen - Part 1

Opera’s ultimate temptress opens the season with a sizzle in this classic production that transports you to sultry Seville. The story of a beguiling gypsy who sets her sights on a naïve but passionate young corporal, Carmen traces a tale of seduction, obsession, and deadly betrayal. Bizet’s masterpiece features many of opera’s most powerful melodies, from the bewitching “Habañera,” to the passionate “Seguidilla,” and the bravura of the “Toreador” song, capturing the imagination from the first notes of its renowned overture.

Hosted by OCP's Director of Community Programs Michael Bolton and mezzo-soprano Maren Montalbano, In Tune features musical excerpts, plot synopses and background information on the operas, cast and production information, interviews with artists and producers, Academy of Music historical moments and more!

]]> http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2011-09-08T09_31_26-07_00 http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2011-09-08T09_31_26-07_00 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 16:31:26 GMT 2011-09-08 2011-09-08 http://operaphila.podomatic.com Opera Philadelphia "opera,bizet,carmen,classical,company,music,ocp,of,opera,philadelphia,philadelphia",podcasts,productions,theater,upcoming 2090 clean 10 Opera’s ultimate temptress opens the season with a sizzle in this classic production that transports you to sultry Seville. The story of a beguiling gypsy who sets her sights on a naïve but passionate young corporal, Carmen traces a tale of seduction, obsession, and deadly betrayal. Bizet’s masterpiece features many of opera’s most powerful melodies, from the bewitching “Habañera,” to the passionate “Seguidilla,” and the bravura of the “Toreador” song, capturing the imagination from the first notes of its renowned overture. Hosted by OCP's Director of Community Programs Michael Bolton and mezzo-soprano Maren Montalbano, In Tune features musical excerpts, plot synopses and background information on the operas, cast and production information, interviews with artists and producers, Academy of Music historical moments and more! Opera’s ultimate temptress opens the season with a sizzle in this classic production that t... Phaedra
This arresting opera is based on the classic Greek myth of Phaedra, wife of Theseus, the Athenian King who vanquished the dreaded Minotaur. Phaedra’s forbidden and unrequited love for her stepson, Hippolyt, embroils her in a tragic battle between feuding goddesses Aphrodite and Artemis for his affections, and ultimately results in Hippolyt’s demise at his father’s hand and Phaedra’s death at her own. The New York Times praised its 2007 World Premiere for “... a consistent rhythmic vitality and often an otherworldly beauty that is hard to resist.” A new production for the American Premiere is conceived by Artistic Director Robert B. Driver with designer Philippe Amand, creators of the June 2010 new production of Orphée et Eurydice for the Opera at the Perelman Series. Jack Mulroney Music Director Corrado Rovaris conducts. Hosted by OCP's Director of Community Programs Michael Bolton and mezzo-soprano Maren Montalbano, In Tune features musical excerpts, plot synopses and background information on the operas, cast and production information, interviews with artists and producers, Academy of Music historical moments and more! ]]> http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2011-05-18T09_25_17-07_00 http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2011-05-18T09_25_17-07_00 Wed, 18 May 2011 16:25:17 GMT 2011-05-18 2011-05-18 http://operaphila.podomatic.com Opera Philadelphia audio,classical,company,opera,philadelphia,philly,podcasts,productions,theater,upcoming,vocal 2374 clean 11 This arresting opera is based on the classic Greek myth of Phaedra, wife of Theseus, the Athenian King who vanquished the dreaded Minotaur. Phaedra’s forbidden and unrequited love for her stepson, Hippolyt, embroils her in a tragic battle between feuding goddesses Aphrodite and Artemis for his affections, and ultimately results in Hippolyt’s demise at his father’s hand and Phaedra’s death at her own. The New York Times praised its 2007 World Premiere for “... a consistent rhythmic vitality and often an otherworldly beauty that is hard to resist.” A new production for the American Premiere is conceived by Artistic Director Robert B. Driver with designer Philippe Amand, creators of the June 2010 new production of Orphée et Eurydice for the Opera at the Perelman Series. Jack Mulroney Music Director Corrado Rovaris conducts. Hosted by OCP's Director of Community Programs Michael Bolton and mezzo-soprano Maren Montalbano, In Tune features musical excerpts, plot synopses and background information on the operas, cast and production information, interviews with artists and producers, Academy of Music historical moments and more! This arresting opera is based on the classic Greek myth of Phaedra, wife of Theseus, the Athenian... Tosca
From Madama Butterfly and Turandot to La bohème’s Mimi, composer giant Giacomo Puccini is famous for the grace and strength of his glorious heroines. Enter Floria Tosca, a diva with flashing eyes and a jealous heart who loves only one man – Mario Cavaradossi. When he is taken as a political prisoner, his captor, Baron Scarpia, has met his match in Cavaradossi’s faithful Tosca. Featuring the breathtaking Te Deum chorus and the renowned tenor anthem E lucevan le stelle, plus one of the most famed soprano arias in all of operatic repertoire, Vissi d’arte, Puccini’s beloved work has not been seen at the Opera Company of Philadelphia for over ten years. Hosted by OCP's Director of Community Programs Michael Bolton and mezzo-soprano Maren Montalbano, each edition features musical excerpts, plot synopses and background information on the operas, cast and production information, interviews with artists and producers, Academy of Music historical moments and more! ]]> http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2011-04-15T09_53_06-07_00 http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2011-04-15T09_53_06-07_00 Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:53:06 GMT 2011-04-15 2011-04-15 http://operaphila.podomatic.com Opera Philadelphia 2767 no 12 From Madama Butterfly and Turandot to La bohème’s Mimi, composer giant Giacomo Puccini is famous for the grace and strength of his glorious heroines. Enter Floria Tosca, a diva with flashing eyes and a jealous heart who loves only one man – Mario Cavaradossi. When he is taken as a political prisoner, his captor, Baron Scarpia, has met his match in Cavaradossi’s faithful Tosca. Featuring the breathtaking Te Deum chorus and the renowned tenor anthem E lucevan le stelle, plus one of the most famed soprano arias in all of operatic repertoire, Vissi d’arte, Puccini’s beloved work has not been seen at the Opera Company of Philadelphia for over ten years. Hosted by OCP's Director of Community Programs Michael Bolton and mezzo-soprano Maren Montalbano, each edition features musical excerpts, plot synopses and background information on the operas, cast and production information, interviews with artists and producers, Academy of Music historical moments and more! From Madama Butterfly and Turandot to La bohème’s Mimi, composer giant Giacomo Puccini is famous ... Romeo & Juliet
Hosted by OCP's Director of Community Programs Michael Bolton and mezzo-soprano Maren Montalbano, each edition features musical excerpts, plot synopses and background information on the operas, cast and production information, interviews with artists and producers, Academy of Music historical moments and more! Never in the history of romance were two lovers more star-crossed than Shakespeare’s passionate Romeo and Juliet. This universal story has been adapted in countless plays and films, in popular culture and in dance, but perhaps no medium better expresses the love, longing and ultimate tragedy of this fated pair than Gounod’s sweeping and supreme opera. Replete with ecstatic French melodies, this heartbreakingly beautiful production arrives just in time for Valentine’s Day.]]> http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2010-11-22T14_26_26-08_00 http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2010-11-22T14_26_26-08_00 Mon, 22 Nov 2010 22:26:26 GMT 2010-11-23 2010-11-22 http://operaphila.podomatic.com Opera Philadelphia audio,classical,company,opera,philadelphia,podcasts,productions,theater,upcoming,vocal 2715 clean 13 Hosted by OCP's Director of Community Programs Michael Bolton and mezzo-soprano Maren Montalbano, each edition features musical excerpts, plot synopses and background information on the operas, cast and production information, interviews with artists and producers, Academy of Music historical moments and more! Never in the history of romance were two lovers more star-crossed than Shakespeare’s passionate Romeo and Juliet. This universal story has been adapted in countless plays and films, in popular culture and in dance, but perhaps no medium better expresses the love, longing and ultimate tragedy of this fated pair than Gounod’s sweeping and supreme opera. Replete with ecstatic French melodies, this heartbreakingly beautiful production arrives just in time for Valentine’s Day. Hosted by OCP's Director of Community Programs Michael Bolton and mezzo-soprano Maren Montalbano,... Otello
Hosted by OCP's Director of Community Programs Michael Bolton and mezzo-soprano Maren Montalbano, each edition features musical excerpts, plot synopses and background information on the operas, cast and production information, interviews with artists and producers, Academy of Music historical moments and more!]]> http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2010-10-15T13_30_53-07_00 http://operaphila.podomatic.com/entry/2010-10-15T13_30_53-07_00 Fri, 15 Oct 2010 20:30:53 GMT 2010-10-15 2010-10-15 http://operaphila.podomatic.com Opera Philadelphia classical,music,opera,otello,philadelphia,philly,podcast,vocal 2923 no 14 Hosted by OCP's Director of Community Programs Michael Bolton and mezzo-soprano Maren Montalbano, each edition features musical excerpts, plot synopses and background information on the operas, cast and production information, interviews with artists and producers, Academy of Music historical moments and more! Hosted by OCP's Director of Community Programs Michael Bolton and mezzo-soprano Maren Montalbano,...