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One story is dominating the Twittersphere for opera fans just now, and that is the outraged reaction by singers to critics' observations of the body shape of a cast-member of Glyndebourne's season-opening production of Strauss' 'Der Rosenkavalier.' -
Sir George Christie, Beloved Glyndebourne Opera Chief, Dead at 80
One of the best-loved figures in the British musical establishment has passed away. -
Era of the "Fat Lady" is Over, Says American Soprano Danielle de Niese
The American soprano Danielle de Niese, has told the Daily Telegraph newspaper that the era of the "fat lady" stereotype in opera is over. Or rather that it has no basis in fact, though it might linger in the media and people's imaginations. -
With Andrés Orozco-Estrada as Principal Guest Conductor of the London Philharmonic Orchestra, What Will Happen to Vladimir Jurowski?
Not to steal even the smallest beat away from maestro Orozco-Estrada's good news, but inquiring minds do want to know what's up with Jurowski's tenure at the LPO. -
The Column: Are Live Broadcasts Good for Classical Music?
Classicalite wants to know. Really. -
Andrés Orozco-Estrada Named Principal Guest Conductor of the London Philharmonic Orchestra
Andrés Orozco-Estrada was just named principal guest conductor of the London Philharmonic Orchestra, effective September 2015. -
GIFT GUIDE: Top 6 Classical Music Recordings to Buy in 2014
It's too late now to order a classical music CD or DVD for Christmas, but why not take the New Year as a cue to freshen up your musical tastes? -
Looking at New York City Opera, in the Past Tense
New York City Opera has announced it will close; Classicalite take its measure... -
Classicalite's Five Best: Luciano Pavarotti Recordings
Essential recordings from the much-missed great Italian tenor, as Decca marks 50 years of his international career...
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