Conductor Jacques Lacombe will no longer serve in the position, which was initially a five-year contract. The Orchestre Classique de Montréal (OCM) has announced the departure of its Artistic Director and Principal Conductor, Jacques Lacombe, who was first appointed the role in February 2023 for an initial five years.

Canada’s Orchestre Classique de Montréal Departs with Artistic Director and Principal Conductor

In an emotional farewell, the world bids goodbye to Luciano Pavarotti, the legendary Italian opera star known for his unparalleled talent and charismatic presence. Diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2006, Pavarotti passed away at his home in Modena, Italy, surrounded by his loved ones. His legacy, marked by a voice that transcended the boundaries of opera, continues to resonate with fans around the globe.

Retro Blast: Luciano Pavarotti's Cause Of Death

Prima Classic has announced a new recording of Bellini’s “Norma” starring Marian Rebeka. The recording, set to be released on Oct. 4, 2024, will also star Karine Deshayes, Luciano Ganci, and Marko Mimica. John Fiore conducts the Teatro Real de Madrid Orchestra and Chorus. Meanwhile, the recording...

Prima Classic Announces ‘Norma’ Recording Starring Marina Rebeka

Welcome back for this week’s look at the latest CD and DVD releases in the opera world. This week audiences will get to hear two high anticipated album debuts by two celebrated performers. There are also reissues and the completion of an acclaimed Ring Cycle. O Sole Mio –...

Karen Slack, Aigul Akhmetshina, Anja Kampe & Luciano Pavarotti Lead New CD/DVD Releases

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Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic have announced the 2024-25 Dudamel Fellowship Program participants. The four conductors that will participate this year are Holly Hyun Choe, Dayner Tafur-Diaz, Luis Castillo-Briceño and Molly Turner. Choe comes from South Korea and was raised in Los Angeles....

LA Philharmonic Announces 2024-25 Dudamel Fellowship Program Participants

On July 25, 2024, Baritone Benjamin Luxon died at the age of 87. Considered one of Great Britain’s major international singers, Luxon was born on March 24, 1937 in Redruth, Cornwall and first studied with Walther Gruner at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and later went on to win the third prize in the ARD International Music Competition in Munich in 1961, which helped establish him as an international artist.

Obituary: Baritone Benjamin Luxon Dies at 87

The recipients of the 2024 Garsington Opera Awards have been named. These awards recognize exceptional work both on stage and in the rehearsal room during the season, and provide financial assistance for the winners. Each award is presented in memory of an important figure from Garsington Opera’s history. The following awards were presented by the Artistic Director of Garsington Opera, Douglas Boyd on July 23.

Winners of Garsington Opera Awards 2024 Revealed

On July 28, 2024, the Wiener Staatsoper is set to present Puccini’s “Manon Lescaut” at the Film Festival auf dem Wiener Rathausplatz. The recording, filmed in November 2023, will be screened at 9:15 and showcases a production by Robert Carsen conducted by Jader Bignamini. Anna Netrebko stars...

Film Festival auf dem Wiener Rathausplatz to Screen “Manon Lescaut’ Starring Anna Netrebko

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Melissa Walker and nine-time Grammy winner Christian McBride share their passion for music with "Jazz House Kids," a nonprofit that has produced top jazz musicians and provided free instruments and education to thousands of young artists.

Jazz legends Melissa Walker and Christian McBride foster future talent with nonprofit

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On August 8 and 9, Opera Parallèle and The Transgender District is set to present “Expansive: A Showcase of Transgender & Nonbinary Classical Artists.”. The showcase will feature baritone Lucas Bouk, bass-baritone Wilford Kelly, and violinist Queen Angelina as they take on music by such composers as Giordani, Brahms, R. Strauss, Vaughan Williams, Mozart, Verdi, Massanet, and Gershwin, among others. They are accompanied by Taylor Chan. Also on the program is Afrika America.

Expansive: A Showcase of Transgender & Nonbinary Classical Artists’

Rai 3 is joining forces with the Arena di Verona once again to televise Puccini’s “Turandot.”. The broadcast will be on August 19 in Franco Zeffirelli’s production featuring costumes by Oscar-winning designer Emi Wada. The cast will include mezzo-soprano Ekaterina Semenchuk in the title role alongside Yusif...

Rai 3 to Broadcast ‘Turandot’ from Arena di Verona with Ekaterina Semenchuk

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Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

Sensational fingerstylist Eric Bibb uses the ’47 Levin Model 13 Ambassadör to honor us with a bit of Lead Belly’s “Bring Me a Little Water, Sylvie,” from his latest album, “Live at the Scala Theatre, Stockholm.” Catch our review of the album in the July issue. Read Now!

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One raunchy piece of advice made Haliey Welch an internet sensation — though her fame has come with a price. The 23-year-old, best known as "hawk tuah girl," has had to deal with some rather creepy fans ever since a video of Welch giving a tip about intercourse went insanely viral online.

'Hawk Tuah' Girl Haliey Welch Says She Was Offered $600 to 'Spit in a Jar' After Her Lovemaking Tip

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The hit History Channel series "American Pickers" is gearing up for an exciting return to Minnesota this fall. The show's production team has announced plans to film episodes throughout the state in September 2024, offering locals a chance to showcase their unique collections and share their stories with a national audience.

"American Pickers" Set to Unearth Minnesota's Hidden Treasures

Piano superstar Peter Bence, who has developed a worldwide audience from his incredible virtuosic performance style, has announced a return to the UK for a huge show at the iconic London Palladium on 2nd February 2025. A revelatory composer and producer, Bence has achieved sensational success with his edgy, percussive...

Piano Superstar Peter Bence to Play London Palladium Show Next February

Ominore, the eight-part AppleTV+ food documentary series, dropped all eight episodes of its first season on July 19. Created by chef René Redzepi of Copenhagen restaurant Noma and food writer Matt Goulding, the series focuses on a single ingredient for each of its episodes, including chiles, rice, salt, corn and more. It’s as gorgeous to look at as Noma’s food (Redzepi also narrates), shot around the world, and sounds good too. Adrian Younge & Ali Shaheed Muhammad (A Tribe Called Quest), who together run Jazz is Dead, composed the main theme, and each episode features a score by a different composer.

AppleTV+ series 'Omnivore' scored by Dan Deacon, Adrian Younge & Ali Shaheed Muhammad, more (hear the soundtrack)

Linda Ronstadt, an iconic figure in American music, has a career that spans over four decades and multiple genres, including rock, country, folk, and Latin. With her powerful voice and versatile talent, Ronstadt has earned numerous awards, including ten Grammy Awards, and has sold over 100 million records worldwide. Her ability to seamlessly transition between musical styles has made her one of the most influential and beloved artists of all time. This article celebrates her remarkable contribution to music by highlighting the top ten best Linda Ronstadt songs. From heartfelt ballads to upbeat rock anthems, these songs showcase her exceptional vocal range, emotional depth, and unique ability to connect with audiences. Each track on this list has left an indelible mark on the music industry and continues to resonate with fans old and new. Join us as we explore the timeless hits that define Linda Ronstadt’s legendary career, celebrating the songs that have cemented her status as a true musical pioneer and an enduring symbol of excellence in the world of music.

10 Best Linda Ronstadt Songs of All Time

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Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas, a $1.35 billion behemoth of the sea, has recently been introduced to the world since its maiden voyage on July 19th. The ship, boasting nearly 5,700 passengers and a crew of over 2,200, offers an array of amenities designed to cater to multi-generational families on shorter 3- and 4-day itineraries.

Cruise Passengers Not Happy About Feature on World's Newest Mega Ship

Italian director Alberto Jona has joined Ben Artists for General Management. Jona has directed numerous operas including Verdi’s “Aida” at the Anfiteatro di Sordevolo, for the Summer season of the Fondazione Teatro Carlo Coccia di Novara. He has also directed at the Niederbayern Landestheater in Passau, Germany, Teatro Coccia Novara, Teatro Regio in Turin and the Teatro alla Scala in Milan.

Alberto Jona Announces New Management

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Eugene Opera Extends Artistic Director & Chief Conductor Andrew Bisantz

Eugene Opera has renewed Artistic Director and Chief Conductor Andrew Bisantz’s contract through the 2026-27 season. The new contract will make Bisantz who took on the...

Eugene Opera Extends Artistic Director & Chief Conductor Andrew Bisantz

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