Classical Music – Page 120

Renata Scotto Spun an Actor’s Insight Into Vocal Gold

The Italian soprano’s dramatic acumen and hard-to-characterize voice brought a range of classic opera heroines vividly and emotionally to life.

By Oussama Zahr

A teaser for the Netflix biopic has ignited a new round of criticism that the family described as a misunderstanding.

By Marc Tracy

Maxime Pascal, a latecomer to classical music, forged an unusual path to the podium that has paid off for him and for audiences.

By Joshua Barone

Ms. Scotto, a leading Italian soprano, sang more than two dozen roles at the Metropolitan Opera and was a charismatic and demanding stage partner.

By Jonathan Kandell