March 30, 2021
Lyric Music & More: March 30
The first installment of The Sonata Sessions is available to watch now. Gioachino Rossini, who would become one of the most well-known and prolific opera composers, was only 12 years old when he wrote six gorgeous string quartets while spending a summer in Ravenna, Italy. Music Director Designate Enrique Mazzola leads an expanded string ensemble featuring members of the Lyric Opera Orchestra in performances of all six of these beautiful, lesser-known pieces. Watch the first sonata now, and check back in as we release new installments each week. And don't forget that Maestro Mazzola's latest concert with the London Philharmonic premieres tomorrow!
Plus, read about Verdi’s early masterpieces, see how Ryan Opera Center alumna Whitney Morrison became a star, brighten things up with new Lyric video backgrounds for spring, check out the amazing cast of The New Classics, and listen to the dramatic The Queen of Spades.
The thrills of early Verdi
Verdi’s Rigoletto, La traviata, and Aida are some of the most famous operas in the repertoire, but his earlier operas are full of thrilling energy and spectacle, too. Read more about Verdi’s early works and get excited for Attila Highlights in Concert on April 11.
CBS 2 Spotlight: Whitney Morrison
Ryan Opera Center alumna and soprano Whitney Morrison’s love of singing started in her childhood, getting serious when she entered the Musical Arts Institute and met a special mentor in teacher Michael Manson. Watch the clip from CBS 2 to see how far this incredible artist has come.
Spring is in bloom on Zoom
Spring has officially sprung, so bring some new energy to your next video call with a fresh background from Lyric. These are all free to download, and we’ve included step-by-step instructions on how to add your new background in Zoom.
Meet the cast of The New Classics
Missing musical theater? On Thursday, June 10, Lyric will premiere The New Classics: Songs from the New Golden Age of Musical Theater, a virtual cabaret you can enjoy from the comfort of home (or hammock!). Check out the phenomenal cast for this program and be sure to add it to your calendar!
Lyric Opera Streaming On Demand
Tchaikovsky’s The Queen of Spades (2020) is one of several Lyric Opera productions you can now listen to on demand. Choose your favorite streaming service and read up on the background of this masterpiece with our synopsis, digital program notes, and more.