“the online destination for the promotion and enjoyment of opera” designed to “appeal equally to those who already love opera and to those who may be tempted to try it for the first time,” The Opera Platform offers one “showcase opera” per month, viewable free, in full, with subtitles available in six different languages. It also provides a host of supplementary materials, including documentary and historical materials that put the month’s featured opera in context.
On October 9 or 10, 1813, famous Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi was born. He is primarily known for his romantic operas, and together with Richard Wagner, Verdi is considered the most influential composer of operas of the nineteenth century.
On October 9 or 10, 1813, famous Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi was born. He is primarily known for his romantic operas, and together with Richard Wagner, Verdi is considered the most influential composer of operas of the nineteenth century.
On May 22, 1813, German composer, theatre director, polemicist, and conductor Richard Wagner was born. His compositions, particularly those of his later period, are notable for their complex textures, rich harmonies and orchestration.
The Edinburgh International Festival presents a rich programme of classical music, theatre, opera and dance in six major theatres and concert halls and a number of smaller venues, over a three-week period in late summer each year. Festival 07 runs from th